Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

I believe meeting planners and administrative professionals possess similar skills/traits that enable them to be good at what they do. It’s a full-time job and then some and for the administrative professional who is asked to plan a meeting over and above (or even as part of) their normal day-to-day responsibilities.

Suppliers

Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 26, 2017

Ask everyone to brainstorm all the things they can think of that needs to happen eg for a conference – programme design, sponsorship, risk identification, evaluation method, speakers, budget, topics, travel and accommodation etc. She is a past National President of the Association of Administrative Professionals New Zealand Inc.

2015

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 5, 2010

Try to attend training courses that are offered for executive admin as much as you can (even if it is just one time a year and you travel to another city for it). If training/travel aren’t an option it may be a goal to strive for as a reward for a job well done. Don’t be shy because you are an administrative professional.

Networking

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Because we offer so many learning solutions for administrative professionals and there are other companies also offering administrative seminars, I am frequently asked, "How do I determine what is best for me? In other words, the purpose isn't really to learn, it is to travel and have fun.). What is your budget?

Training

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Because we offer so many learning solutions for administrative professionals and there are other companies also offering administrative seminars, I am frequently asked, "How do I determine what is best for me? In other words, the purpose isn't really to learn, it is to travel and have fun.). What is your budget?

Training

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 5, 2010

Try to attend training courses that are offered for executive admin as much as you can (even if it is just one time a year and you travel to another city for it). If training/travel aren’t an option it may be a goal to strive for as a reward for a job well done. Don’t be shy because you are an administrative professional.

Networking

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 7, 2014

I urge you to take advantage of this administrative conference scholarship application if budget was a primary reason why you aren’t able to attend an administrative conference this year. Scholarship winners are still responsible for their own travel, hotel and incidental costs.

2014

Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

Several years ago, I found myself in a position at a company that was facing budget cuts. For example, I noticed on your website that some board members are out of state, will I help coordinate their travel needs for board meetings? Without my ‘overqualified’ opportunities, throughout my career, I would not be career happy today!

Interviewing

Office Dynamics

AUGUST 8, 2016

I had the fortunate opportunity last week to be a part of an incredible graduation and celebration for 39 administrative professionals graduating from our Star Achievement Series® who embarked upon this journey that started 3 years ago. Yes, I said 3 years. You will gain mastery and strengthen yourself. Joan Burge.

Goals

The Leader Assistant Podcast

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

In this episode, Deedee talks about how to understand the business so you can better support your executive team, supporting multiple executives, creating a professional and personal brand, as well as championing the collective administrative professional brand.

2004

Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 8, 2009

On that note, It is hard to believe we are getting close to Administrative Professionals Day which is on April 22 nd. I hope all of your professionals appreciate what a privilege it is to have someone look after them. or Gifts or Ideas for Administrative Professionals Week. Another great article Patricia.

Administrative Professionals

Office Dynamics

JUNE 16, 2010

For instance, as an administrative assistant, maybe your leader delivers her travel expense receipts just before the statement deadline…and it becomes easy to think, “She’ll just pay a late fee monthly.” As administrative professionals, we need to cognitively and consciously challenge our thinking daily.

IAAP

Office Dynamics

JUNE 16, 2010

For instance, as an administrative assistant, maybe your leader delivers her travel expense receipts just before the statement deadline…and it becomes easy to think, “She’ll just pay a late fee monthly.” As administrative professionals, we need to cognitively and consciously challenge our thinking daily.

IAAP

Page Personnel

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Handling day-to-day administration for one or more executives, a team or network, an admin assistant is the “eyes and ears” of a company, privy to unique and powerful insights about the company culture , performance and future direction. Administrative professionals are highly valuable to the smooth running of a business, team or office.

Administrative Professionals

Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Until March, 2020 brought travel to a screeching halt, I had worked in 14 countries and 38 states. Ask for an annual training budget and make your case for why a particular training program is useful for your role. In our current environment, the issue has gotten more complicated because of the invisibility factor of working from home.

2021

All Things Admin

MAY 18, 2022

The pandemic has shown us that putting business travelers first is more important than ever. Whenever employees are ready to get back on the road, administrative professionals have an opportunity to offer their teams a more streamlined, flexible business traveler experience. Offer Ride Options for Every Traveler.

Travel