Career Development Cover Story
Issue: September / October 2019

See Yourself as a Strategic Partner

By - September 25, 2019

Joan Burge’s top tips on how to become a strategic partner to your executive
Career Development
Issue: May / June 2019

Choosing an Administrative Conference

By - May 24, 2019

An administrative conference should feed your brain and soul says Joan Burge
Communication
Issue: March / April 2019

Create Connections and Long-Lasting Relationships

By - March 25, 2019

People are our most important resource in the workplace explains Joan Burge
Career Development
Issue: November / December 2018

Seek Mentors

By - November 26, 2018

Regardless of your administrative title, industry or organization size, you need to find a good mentor explains Joan Burge
Career Development
Issue: September / October 2018

The Big Secret

By - September 25, 2018

In an extract from her new book, Joan’s Greatest Administrative Secrets Revealed, Joan Burge details her top tips for being an outstanding Assistant
Technology
Issue: July / August 2016

Webinar and Facebook Live Etiquette

By - July 25, 2016

Joan Burge explains why it’s important to be courteous and patient
Career Development
Issue: January / February 2016

Be a Revolutionary Assistant

By - January 25, 2016

Don’t just experience the working world’s dramatic shifts, says Joan Burge, initiate them
Cover Story
Issue: September / October 2015

Executives and Assistants Working In Partnership

By - September 25, 2015

In our fast-moving world, how do we find time to get along? asks Joan Burge
Career Development
Issue: March / April 2015

The How and Why of Creating a Career Portfolio

By - March 25, 2015

A career portfolio is a tool to showcase your talents and create conversation with your leader or interviewer, explains Joan Burge
Editor's Letters
Issue: January / February 2015

The Way Forward

By - January 26, 2015

So that’s it! The International Year of the Secretary and Assistant is no more. After a year of speaking, writing, and campaigning it has come to an end.
Personal Development
Issue: January / February 2015

Resilience: A Must-Have Skill

By - January 25, 2015

Joan Burge looks at what it means to be a resilient Assistant.
Communication
Issue: September / October 2014

Three Office Dragons and Weapons to Slay Them

By - September 25, 2014

For many people, work is like a dragon, says Joan Burge
Cover Story
Issue: March / April 2014

Getting to Yes! – Gaining Support for Training

By - March 25, 2014

Don’t take “no” for an answer, says Joan Burge
Profiles
Issue: November / December 2013

PROFILE – Celebrating You! Inspirational extracts from three essay submissions

By - November 25, 2013

This year, Joan Burge, one of the first ladies of the Administrative Profession, celebrated the 20th year anniversary of her Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. Joan wanted to extend the celebration beyond herself and the longevity of the event. She wanted to celebrate the individuals who have made the event a true success for the... Read more »
Communication
Issue: July / August 2013

All the World’s a Stage

By - July 23, 2013

Many people, administrative assistants included, are afraid of public speaking. In fact, it’s the number one fear in America, rated higher than snakes or fire! Truth be told, there is so much more to it than just talking on a raised platform. While you speak, you stand alone and all eyes are upon you making... Read more »
Cover Story
Issue: November / December 2012

The Future of the Administrative Profession – Surviving or Thriving?

By - November 26, 2012

Joan Burge on the future of the administrative profession In this age of great economic change, it is essential that the administrative professional rises to the challenge and thrives. It’s important to recognize the difference between surviving and thriving, because the key to success is available to those who successfully manage to cross the divide... Read more »