Opinion
Issue: January / February 2018
Issue: January / February 2018
Are You a #MeToo? Assistants Ready to be the #SilenceBreakers
By Bonnie Low-Kramen - January 25, 2018
Bonnie Low-Kramen asks if this is the year when assistants speak up regarding the dark truths of their workplace in an effort to create a better one?
Opinion
Issue: November / December 2017
Issue: November / December 2017
The Foundation of IAAP: Admins supporting Admins
By Amy Hooley - November 25, 2017
The future is bright says Amy Hooley
Opinion
Issue: November / December 2017
Issue: November / December 2017
Gratitude for this profession: Webathon Recap
By Vickie Sokol Evans - November 25, 2017
My heart is full of joy, respect, gratitude, and humility says Vickie Sokol Evans
Opinion
Issue: September / October 2017
Issue: September / October 2017
Executive Assistant by Day and Trainee Special Constable by Night
By Carly McIntyre - September 25, 2017
When considering outside commitments, don’t underestimate the power of your skillset and experience explains Carly McIntyre
Health & Wellbeing Opinion
Issue: March / April 2017
Issue: March / April 2017
I Have a Mental Health Condition
By Leanne Cripps - March 24, 2017
Mental ill health affects one in four people, so it is very likely that you, or someone you know, could be affected says Leanne Cripps
Opinion
Issue: March / April 2017
Issue: March / April 2017
What is the Reality?
By Rona Cant - March 24, 2017
Who is right – the people on the ground or the reported news from those who want to sell a paper? asks Rona Cant
Opinion
Issue: January / February 2017
Issue: January / February 2017
What I Wouldn’t Give…
By Sandy Geroux - January 25, 2017
Never be too quick to assume the worst, nor give up hope says Sandy Geroux
Opinion
Issue: November / December 2016
Issue: November / December 2016
Rio 2016: I’ve had the time of my life!
By Regina Rezende - November 25, 2016
Regina Rezende shares her experience of the Rio Olympic and Paralympic Games
Opinion
Issue: November / December 2016
Issue: November / December 2016
Creating a Better Tomorrow – Today
By Jacqueline Smith - November 25, 2016
Jacqueline Smith shares her journey to becoming a magistrate, whilst continuing her role as an Assistant at a City law firm
Opinion
Issue: November / December 2016
Issue: November / December 2016
Thoughts on joining the administrative profession
By Sophie Roche - November 25, 2016
Sophie Roche gives us an insight into her first six months as an Assistant
Opinion
Issue: November / December 2016
Issue: November / December 2016
Good Recruiters Are Like Good Hairdressers
By Niki Fuchs - November 25, 2016
Niki gives a personal perspective on what businesses are looking for when they recruit, and why trust is so vital in making the relationship work.
Opinion
Issue: September / October 2016
Issue: September / October 2016
Because You’re Worth It
By Richard Arnott - September 26, 2016
Richard Arnott asks whether recognition and salaries in the Executive Assistant profession are where they should be
Opinion
Issue: March / April 2016
Issue: March / April 2016
A Conference is not just a Conference
By Joanie Nel - March 25, 2016
Joanie Nel explains why attending a conference, such as LIVE Johannesburg, can be a minefield of golden nuggets ready and waiting for you to snatch them up
Opinion
Issue: January / February 2016
Issue: January / February 2016
Can you Imagine Life Without Your Phone?
By Carole Spiers - January 25, 2016
Ring the changes with Carole Spiers’ timely guide
Opinion
Issue: January / February 2016
Issue: January / February 2016
What’s Holding you Back?
By Rona Cant - January 25, 2016
The sky’s the limit if you’re brave enough, believes Rona Cant
Opinion
Issue: November / December 2015
Issue: November / December 2015
Rugby Balls, Juggling Balls and Breaking Balls
By Claire Lister - November 25, 2015
Clare Lister is not happy about England Rugby’s World Cup performance but she has realised that business can learn a lot from sport