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As I Enter My 60s, Here’s the Advice I Would Give to My Younger Self

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Stand up for yourself more Assertiveness was never my strong suit, especially when I was younger. I’ve discovered that assertiveness—without compromising kindness, respect or professionalism—is empowering. We traveled, bought a Jet Ski, joined a volleyball league, threw parties and regularly met friends for dinner and drinks.

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Day in the life: Donna Lindsay

Practically Perfect PA

Donna recently spoke at the Assist Conference and had loads of advice for the audience on how to deal with confidential matters and remain discrete. Working for Scottish Government requires quite a bit of travel between offices so in one day I can be in Ayrshire, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Here is a day in the life: Donna Lindsay. .

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Overqualified and Interviewing

Office Dynamics

Seeking better benefits; health, retirement, education assistance or flexible schedule. I needed health insurance and retirement opportunities and wanted to stay within the industry I had most of my career experience in. Returning after a career gap due to health, caregiving, education, etc. Changing career field.

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State of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

Joan Burge delivers her State of the Profession at the 17th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. Later during the conference, Joan presented her annual State of the Profession address. The general public boldly asserts: “ anyone can be an assistant.” We need to bring these things into the 21 st century,” said Joan.

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State of the Administrative Profession

Office Dynamics

Joan Burge delivers her State of the Profession at the 17th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. Later during the conference, Joan presented her annual State of the Profession address. The general public boldly asserts: “ anyone can be an assistant.” We need to bring these things into the 21 st century,” said Joan.