While visiting India, I discovered a role that commands deep respect in many companies—the Learning and Culture Secretary (LCS). These professionals play a crucial part in onboarding, training, and integrating new employees, ensuring a seamless transition into the workplace. Their proactive approach made me reflect on how administrative professionals are often perceived as reactive rather than strategic. In reality, our role involves foresight, planning, and enabling organisational success. How can we shift this perception and showcase our true impact? Tomorrow, I’ll share 10 ways to help redefine our profession’s value.
Tag: Leadership
Earn the Right to Expand Your Role: Master the Basics, Then Prove Your Value
When looking to expand your role, trust is the key factor. During a recent discussion with a CEO and his Executive Assistant, the CEO expressed frustration over assistants trying to redefine their roles too soon. But the real issue isn’t ambition—it’s timing. If you master the tasks you were hired to do first and then demonstrate clear value in taking on more, no manager will object. The key is to frame your contributions around the benefits to the business, not just your own growth. Show measurable impact, and opportunities will follow.
Redefining the Role: 10 Ways Administrative Professionals Can Drive Change and Elevate Their Impact
As an administrative professional, you have the power to redefine your role and showcase your value within your organisation. From embracing AI and leading strategic initiatives to mentoring others and advocating for role evolution, this article explores ten actionable ways to elevate your impact. Start with one step, and be a catalyst for change in your profession.
Tech-Savvy and on the Rise: How AI Skills Are Fast-Tracking Career Growth
Embracing the latest technology, particularly AI, is no longer just a workplace advantage—it’s a career accelerator. A new Microsoft and LinkedIn report reveals that employees who adopt AI and digital tools are significantly more likely to earn promotions. With 82% of business leaders recognizing the value of AI in enhancing performance and decision-making, mastering these tools positions professionals as indispensable assets. For administrative roles and beyond, staying ahead in the digital landscape isn’t just about efficiency—it’s a direct path to leadership and career growth.
Stepping Beyond Comfort: How Taking Risks Elevates Administrative Professionals
Growth and resilience for administrative professionals often lie just beyond the comfort zone. It’s easy to stick to familiar tasks, but real progress comes when we embrace the unfamiliar. Jo Sedgwick, a PA who had never hosted a webinar, exemplified this by stepping up to celebrate the first anniversary of my book launch. By reaching out, taking the initiative, and pushing past her fears, Jo not only created a new opportunity for herself but also showcased the true potential of proactive, strategic talent in administration. Her story reminds us: the greatest opportunities often lie in the open waters, not the safety of the shore.