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Automation and the Impact on our Profession

July 2018

In Executive Secretary Magazine

Automation is already flooding the business world and it's only going to increase. Are you ready for the impact it will have on our profession?

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How to Make Up Your Mind

May 2018

In Executive Secretary Magazine

The decision making process can be quite complicated but this article will guide through the steps to take to ensure you won't be second guessing the choices you make.

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How to Talk Tech

March 2018

In Executive Secretary Magazine

Being able to communicate effectively with Information Technology staff means first taking care of the likely simple troubleshooting steps so that everyone can be focused on getting your computer up and running.

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Making 2018 Your Best Year Ever! (What will it take?)

January 2018

In Executive Secretary Magazine

This could be your best year ever if you just follow these simple steps.

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Five Clichés That Are Killing Your Career

November 2017

In Executive Secretary Magazine

There are many phrases that we have been raised with that might have good ideas when you were a child but now are holding you back in your career.

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8 Steps To Prepare For A Job Loss While You Are Still Employed

September 2017

In Executive Secretary Magazine

The best time to prepare for a job loss is while you still have one. Review these tips to see what you can do to be better prepared if you lost your job today.

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Writing Your Own Self Assessment

July 2017

In Executive Secretary Magazine

Many administrative professionals struggle when writing their self assessments, but this article will walk you through the process step by step.

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Conduct a Personal SWOT Analysis

May 2017

In Executive Secretary Magazine

A Personal SWOT analysis can help you get your career in order and your life on track and allow you to make progress toward your ultimate goals.

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Become a Google Guru

March 2017

In Executive Secretary Magazine

Learn the secrets behind advanced Google searches with this article.

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Debriefing Events

January 2017

In Executive Secretary Magazine

Why reinvent the wheel every time you organize an event, especially an annual event. A proper debriefing will ensure the future events run better and better every time.

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Moving Up Through The Ranks

September 2016

In Executive Secretary Magazine

Have you got a plan in place for your next promotion? You will after you read this article.

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Inserting Symbols in Microsoft Office

July 2016

In Executive Secretary Magazine

There is a lot more to entering symbols and specialized text characters in Microsoft Office than you may realize.

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How to Learn New Skills

May 2016

In Executive Secretary Magazine

When you have been out of a school for a while, you might wonder if you can teach an old dog new tricks, but new skills can indeed be learned with this process.

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Setting Up a Corporate Mentoring Program

January 2016

In Executive Secretary Magazine

Administrative professionals can benefit from a strong mentoring program in the workplace. Learn how to set one up.

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Rules in Mail Merges

November 2015

In Executive Secretary Magazine

Learning the rules available to you in Microsoft Word's mail merge function will open up new worlds of ease for you.

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Other Published Articles

You can COUNT on Excel

March 2017

In AdminAdvantage

Do you know the various counting formulas available in Excel as well as you think you do?

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Public Speaking

March 2016

In AdminAdvantage

There are some simple techniques you can use to improve your public speaking skills.

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Looking Back, Moving Forward

July 2015

In OfficePro

If you could travel back in time, what would you tell your younger self to create a better career path?

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Maximize the Value of a Seminar

December 2013

In PA Enterprise

Wring every last drop of value out of the seminars that you take.

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Set and Achieve Your Career Goals

May 2013

In OfficePro

Learn how to set goals and map out a strategy for achieving them to greatly increase your productivity.

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Digital Photograph Manipulation in Microsoft Office

February 2012

In AdminAdvantage

Learn how to manipulate photographs using the tools built into Microsoft Office 2010 and higher.

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Bouncing Back From Negative Performance Review

July 2010

In OfficePro

Don't let a negative performance review derail your career. These tips will help you bounce back better than ever.

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Top Five Reasons To Update Social Media

May 2010

In AdminAdvantage

If you want to get ahead in your career, updating your social media sites is definitely one tool you need to utilize in your arsenal.

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Negotiating Your Career

August 2008

In OfficePro

You may never have learned how to negotiate the best job offer or promotion package for yourself, but there's no time like the present to embrace that skill.

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Becoming the Renaissance Administrative Professional

June 2007

In OfficePro

Developing strong critical thinking skills will set you apart from other administrative professionals and help you to rise to the top while receiving greater respect from your peers and co-workers.

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Mentoring - The Path To Success

June 2006

In OfficePro

It takes courage to seek out a mentor, but the benefits and rewards are multiplied when you do it.

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Developing the 21st Century Professional

April 2005

In OfficePro

Developing the skills that you need for this century takes strategic planning and action. Discover what will get you noticed and ahead.

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Dealing in Hypotheticals

May 2004

In OfficePro

Using the scientific method to solve problems is a a skill that you can apply to many areas of your life to help you solve your most difficult challenges.

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Internet Searches in Hyperdrive

May 2003

In OfficePro

Use search engine math and other advanced search techniques to streamline the time you spend looking for information on the internet.

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