Broad knowledge is a great attribute for an admin pro. Thomas Edison valued it. He wanted smart, practical people to help run his empire of inventiveness. So, he devised a test to measure each applicant’s breadth of reading and knowledge.
Stress may be inevitable, and it can be a positive force. But your ability to keep from burning out is important not just for your productivity in the office but your physical health, as well.
Committing a major mistake at work can feel like it’s the end of the world. But it isn’t the end of your career … depending on how you handle it. Here are three steps to take.
When tough times threaten the office, your most powerful ally may be your attitude. Shift it into high gear with these three thoughts. Then move from fear toward solution by taking these steps.
Even if your co-workers are your only customers, applying the principles of great customer service will allow you to sell your skills at a premium price.
The very fact that great admins keep the wheels of business well-greased can make it difficult to identify all the specifics in job descriptions, much less to develop concrete goals, objectives and recognition for excellent performance.
Take a few tips on using the art of self-promotion, from communication consultant Peggy Klaus.
Rachel Montgomery of Ft. Meade, Md., came close to burnout, working long hours and weekends, before she found the power to make a priority of what she has to do, should do and even wants to do. Here are her tips.
To survive in your workstation, you may have unconsciously adapted to many small inconveniences. Take a few minutes to analyze your surroundings, and you’ll see how small changes could add up to a major improvement to your work space … and your mood.
If you don’t win the promotion or new job you interviewed for, find out how to strengthen your position for the next opening. After every interview, immediately critique your own performance by asking yourself these questions.
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