Many people focus on the support aspect of administrative roles. However, there are plenty of times in an admin career where leadership skills not only become necessary but can also make the difference for advancement. Administrative assistants certainly need the hard skills such as computer competency and organizational skills, but soft skills like communication and… Read more »
Monthly Archives: July 2014
Avoiding Employee Burnout This Summer
You may have started to notice that your employees are feeling the summertime blues. They may be showing signs of being overworked or anxious about spending time anywhere but cooped up in the office. The lazy day of summer can breed inactivity. How can you avoid summer burnout in your office? Here are some ideas… Read more »
Employee Referral Programs: Happy Co-Workers, Better Candidates
It has been said that good people refer good people. Tapping into your existing employee base for your next wave of new hires can be a great way to bring talent into your business. Referral programs offer incentives to your current staff, allow your employees to be comfortable working with one another, and increase your… Read more »
Smartphone Apps for Landing a Perfect Administrative Job
Your mobile device is always with you, so there is no reason not to leverage it for your job search. With the advancements of cloud-based computing and more businesses ensuring that their websites are optimized for mobile users, job seekers have more information at their fingertips than ever before. If you’re in the market for… Read more »