One moment, processing...

Printer-friendly version

Leadership


At our January meeting during introductions we were asked to explain in a few words what "Leadership means to you?", "What does a Leader look like?" "Are you a Leader?.

The majority of everyone in the room started by stating they were NOT Leaders but explained what they looked for in a Leader.  This was in interesting experiment. 

Do you consider yourself a Leader?  If you are not sure....read the following list and decide for yourself.


This is the list of "attributes" compiled by our dinner group for what a Leader should look like :

Honest;
Transparent;
They must walk the same talk you expect of me;
Supportive;
Professional;
The ability to respect others time;
Willing to roll up sleeves and help for the goal;
Someone who can motivate a team toward a common goal;
A Leader that is open to listening to ideas;
Respect from the people you work with;
Appreciative of the work you do each and every day;
Decisiveness;
Someone who can delegate;
Someone who can give me a challenge;
Respects the skills I have;
Integrity, helping employee to see potential and encourage to grow;
Someone who makes you think;
Open door policy and honesty;
Someone who helps me find the best in me;
Someone who leads by example and is willing to work hard;
Manager that doesn't micromanage;
One that thinks ahead;
Cheery disposition and human;
Has discernment - knows when to butt kick or relax.  Gives jobs that match skills.

How many of these ATTRIBUTES DO YOU have?  As Administrative Professionals, we ARE Leaders!! We are called upon and relied upon to keep others organized, we are required to learn and take on new tasks building our skills, some of us are in charge of entire departments or teams.  We have to think ahead, we need to be honest and transparent, we have to delegate and we have to work hard.  If you look at the list that was provided above, by a group of people who predominately did NOT identify with being a Leader, you will see that we are all indeed (including the ones providing this list) LEADERS!

Your thinking creates your reality. 
~Robin Sharma~

Lead WITHOUT a Title...Food for Thought.

As we talk about Leadership and living to our full potential, living out our PASSIONS...how do we get out of our mindset that we are NOT leaders? How do we focus on our passions and how do we BE all we can be?  Robin Sharma, author of "Lead without a Title", "The Monk who sold his Ferrari" as well as many others, talks about how we need to BE our best AND Lead WITHOUT a Title.

Membership Cards - A Message from HQ

Starting in January 2013, IAAP is reinstating the membership card for new and renewing members. We are also sending all new members (via mail) a hard copy new member packet in addition to sending them the link for the online new member kit.

Here's how it works:

Starting in January, new and renewing members will receive a membership card. New members will also receive a mailing with the current edition of OfficePro, a member brochure, a certification brochure and (when applicable) a flier with current event information.

When members renew throughout the year, they will receive a membership card with their renewal receipt.

Once you receive your membership card, hold onto it. Replacement cards will cost $15. We are unable to issue cards to renewing members before your next anniversary renewal date.

Emily Allen
IAAP
Sr. Manager of Communications and Marketing

The Receptionist Is Watching You......

Director at Large, Michelle Wispinski was interviewed by the Wall Street Journal in June 2012.  How did that happen? Well she responded to a post on the IAAP International Facebook Page.  The question asked was "As an Administrative Professional, do you have experience "pre-screening" employees for your employer at the interview stage?"  She responded she did and several days later, Leslie Kwoh of the Wall Street Journal contacted her to chat about her experience pre-screening.

September 21, 2012, the article hit the web and you can read it here.....

Do you assist your employer in finding qualified candidates?

 

GET CERTIFIED


You've been an admin long enough to know the ropes. You can handle the daily juggling act of fielding phone calls, scheduling meetings, compiling reports, gathering data, troubleshooting technology, streamlining processes and all the other tasks your job demands. You've earned the respect of your colleagues and managers.

It's time to reach your potential. You've earned it. 
For more information.....

 

4 Ways to Cope with Difficult Colleagues

<From the "Professional Assistant Blog>
Do you find yourself having to deal with a difficult person in your office? Do you feel that they are overbearing and don’t know when to keep their opinions to themselves? Do they make inappropriate comments in a professional environment?

In my previous jobs, which I’d rather not mention, I had to deal with these types of personalities. At times, I would think to myself, “If I could only talk to them.” or “I wish I could quit!”

There are ways to help yourself of dealing with these types of personas. Here are 4 ways you can help yourself and hopefully the rest of your team
:.....keep reading
 

FACEBOOK PAGE is MOVING......

We've moved!! Our Facebook Page that is!

Please LIKE US here......

Why the move?  Well, we want to ensure that our Website and Facebook/Twitter/LinkedIn pages are consistent and are built to last for many years through many changes.

We want to ensure our Members and Guests receive relevant, timely information and updates and doing a minor upgrade is a small part of what it will take.

                                    We hope you will join us!

Volunteers Wanted!  


Are you a Member who would like to get more involved but don't want to commit to being on the board?

Would you be interested in being part of an inclusive creative committee?
 

IAAP Edmonton has lots of great opportunities to get involved and make the MOST of YOUR membership.

Contact Us TODAY to find out how you can help...or let us know how YOU can HELP US!

NOW HIRING!!!    


Are you an employer with a Career position for an 
Administrative Professional?
 

Would you like to advertise to a membership of dedicated, committed Admin Pros for FREE??

Send your job postings here: NOW HIRING and we'll be sure to post them on our MEMBERS ONLY Career Opportunities.

Follow Us On Twitter

We are now on Twitter!!  Follow us @iaapedmonton

Become a Fan!

ADMIN PRO WEEK
BEN & JERRY & YOU!

.......But your fully appreciating that recognition depends a great deal on your own ability to appreciate yourself, and to feel like you are fully developing your abilities and your potential.


 
So during Administrative Professionals Week this year (April 22-28), I hope you will take advantage of some of the many opportunities being offered by your IAAP local chapter and IAAP nationals to focus on yourself and develop your professional and personal abilities.
Read More.....

 

Under Construction

 


IAAP Edmonton Website is and has been a work in progress for several months.  If you happen to visit us and the page doesn't look right, please try again later.  It just means that our Webmaster Michelle is moving things around and updating the site to make it BETTER FOR YOU!! our valued members.  Don't see something you'd like to see or would like to contribute to the site or give us ideas...CONTACT US!! Our goal is to make this site user friendly, useful and full of knowledge, tips and a place where you can come as a resource.  Your input into how OUR site looks is valued and welcomed.  We thank you for your patience and understanding.