Editor's Letters
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
Diversity Is a Fact, Inclusion Is an Act
By Lucy Brazier OBE - January 25, 2022
Time and again in our profession we see examples of a lack of inclusion, some being so ingrained they are viewed as ‘normal’ and ‘‘acceptable’
Cover Story Leadership
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
The Need For Inclusion
By Simone White - January 25, 2022
We rarely see DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) in action for us as a profession explains Simone White
Business Strategy & Acumen
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
Do You Speak “Finance”?
By Jeff Lockhart - January 25, 2022
An Assistant who speaks the language of finance and accounting is more marketable and more mobile, says Jeff Lockhart
Career Development
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
The Importance of KPIs
By Rhonda Scharf - January 25, 2022
KPIs lead you towards your goal, but they are only useful if you identify the right ones for you, says Rhonda Scharf
Profiles
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
PROFILE – Wayde Walker
By Kathleen Drum - January 25, 2022
Wayde Walker is the National President of the Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP) and a member of the Australian First Responder Foundation
Career Development
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
10 Ways to Get the Most Out of Negotiating with Your Vendors
By Patrick S Woods - January 25, 2022
Negotiation is a necessary skill for all Assistants. Patrick S. Woods shares 10 key ways to shine in vendor negotiations
Technology
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally
By Karen Roem - January 25, 2022
Use mnemonics to help you remember tips, shortcuts and formulas across Microsoft Office, explains Karen Roem
Personal Development
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
The ‘SixEss’ Threat/Reward Model
By Sue France - January 25, 2022
Sue France explains how understanding threat and reward neuroscience can help you communicate effectively, collaborate better and influence others
Health & Wellbeing
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
You’ve Got Them. Who’s Got You?
By Bonnie Low-Kramen - January 25, 2022
Not having adequate back-up in place leaves you vulnerable, explains Bonnie Low-Kramen
Personal Development
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
The Long Game Versus the Short Game
By Jason W Birkevold Liem - January 25, 2022
Where we choose to place our focus dictates how we invest our cognitive energy explains Jason Liem
Communication
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
Netiquette: Etiquette for the Internet
By Brad Revell - January 25, 2022
For clear communication that will save you time, use netiquette, says Brad Revell
Career Development
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
Are You Ready to Reinvent Yourself?
By Julia Schmidt - January 25, 2022
What must you do to cope with the pace of change in your workplace and the need for constant reinvention? asks Julia Schmidt
Career Development
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
8 Ways to Reinvigorate Your Career When Working Remotely
By Stephanie Naznitsky - January 25, 2022
Working from home doesn’t have to mean putting your professional life on hold, says Stephanie Naznitsky
Leadership
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
Five Steps to Creating an Inclusive Culture
By Sid Madge - January 25, 2022
By developing an inclusive culture within your organisation, you will create a healthy and enjoyable place to work, explains Sid Madge
Technology
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
Excel Spreadsheets: Using Vlookup and Index / Match
By Traci Williams - January 25, 2022
Traci Williams explains the similarities and differences between Vlookup and Index / Match
Leadership
Issue: February / March 2022
Issue: February / March 2022
Peer Synergy: Finding Strength in Unity
By Joan Burge - January 25, 2022
People are the foundation of all businesses, and those who are team players will transcend the pack, explains Joan Burge