Do you have the opportunity to do what you do best every day? A lot of people don't. It’s not uncommon for our natural talents to go untapped. Do you even know what strengths make you stand out? If you don't, you need to. “From the cradle to the cubicle, we devote...
One of the fastest, easiest, and most convenient ways to advance your admin skills is by reading. Each day, I read the newspaper, as well as industry and profession-related articles online. I always have at least one book, sometimes two, that I'm actively engaged in...
Despite a wealth of options out there, books – both paper and digital – are still one of the greatest resources for continuing your administrative professional education. Whether you want to be a better listener, better manage your time, or learn a new skill, reading...
One of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to learn something new is to read. And one of the best parts about reading is it's easy to fit into the small chunks of time that you have available throughout the day. I recently asked a group of assistants I was...
June is effective communication month. And while being an effective communicator is important in any profession, it’s absolutely essential for administrative professionals. Throughout the month of June, we’re going to help pinpoint ways for you to improve your...
We are very excited to finally announce that The Organized Admin is now available for purchase on Amazon! This is the latest book by All Things Admin Founder Julie Perrine, who wrote it with the hope that it will help you better organize yourself, your work, your...
Hello, This week, we’re celebrating a fun milestone at All Things Admin: the second birthday of The Innovative AdminTM! It’s hard to believe that it’s already been two years since the book was published. And I’m so thrilled with the impact it has had on admins across...
Understanding yourself -- especially how you work and communicate best -- can make you a more valuable asset to your company and executive. By recognizing and accepting your specific set of personality traits, you can better leverage your strengths and work on areas...
The holiday season is here, and you’re likely searching for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Choosing thoughtful and useful gifts for loved ones can be a challenge, but you can usually accomplish it with some careful thought. However, selecting gifts for...
Review written by Julie Perrine, CAP-OM, MBTI Certified As I’ve been working on some research projects and facing some big personal changes over the past year, I discovered a book that has been very inspiring and helpful to me throughout that journey. The book is...
By Erin O’Hara Meyer, PHR Reviewed by Julie Perrine, CPS/CAP, MBTI Certified Administrative Excellence starts with a memo from the author to admins: “I write this book for you, administrative professionals who strive for excellence and seek greater appreciation for...