In the administrative profession, too many talented individuals have been taught to stay small. But true support isn’t about shrinking — it’s about showing up with impact. Your potential isn’t waiting for permission from others. It’s waiting for you. Say the thing. Ask for more. Step into the space fully. You weren’t hired to hide. You were hired to lead.
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If It’s Only About What the Business Needs, It’s Not a Development Conversation
If your career check-ins never include your goals, your growth, or your aspirations—then it’s not development, it’s deployment. Assistants deserve more than support plans. They deserve progression plans. Don’t wait to be asked.
From Assistant to Administrative Business Partner: Why the Words We Use Matter
As the role of administrative professionals continues to evolve, so must the language we use to describe them. The shift from “assistant” to “administrative business partner” reflects a growing recognition of their strategic value, collaboration, and leadership within modern organizations.
Unity Over Division: The Power of Collaboration in Revolutionizing the Administrative Profession
The administrative profession is undergoing a major transformation, and now more than ever, it’s crucial for professionals to unite and focus on collaboration, not division. The challenges we face, from disruptive changes brought on by the pandemic to the ongoing fight for respect and recognition, require us to work together as one voice. The infighting, toxicity, and jealousy that sometimes plague the profession only serve to hold us back. By supporting one another, sharing knowledge, and embracing unity, we can redefine the role of administrative professionals and ensure it is recognized as an essential, strategic part of any organization.