Joan Burge's Administrative Blog

"When executives and assistants create a synergistic relationship, they can actually drive change rather than wait for change to happen to them. There is no more powerful team in an organization than an executive and the administrative assistant or executive assistant. There has to be a clear understanding from both parties as to their commitment to build a strategic partnership; and then drive the changes that need to take place to help the organization succeed."

We had two exciting presentations by Erin O'Hara Meyer, PHR, and President of Administrative Excellence. Erin worked in the administrative profession and Human Resources for several years before starting her business so she knows this career first hand. She covered many wonderful themes but I will just give you a glance.

Tim Schneider, President of Soaring Eagles Enterprises (Las Vegas) energized our attendees and provided us with great ways to stay rational with today's crazy workplace environment.

The 16th Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence was one of our best ever thanks to our fabulous speakers, energetic attendees, and the fantastic customer service from Red Rock Resort and Spa

It's time to get organized at the office and prepare for 2010. Joan offers some quick tips in her next video blog.

Congratulations to our second Blogathon winner - Shannon Ashley!

It's bosses day, I'm sure you remembered!

Are you in shock? I certainly was when I read my Training magazine September issue. It says, “A company with 100 employees can expect to lose approximately $450,000 a year, or more, because of e-mail blunders, inefficiencies, and misunderstandings, according to The Top 10 E-mail Blunders That Cost Companies Money, a free special report from Creative Communications & Training."

Perhaps you have been viewing Joan's 4th Quarter Success Series? Here is her latest installment of the weekly seasonal series on how to prepare for your annual review - enjoy!

A common question I receive as Joan's Chief Executive Assistant is, "What's it like to work for Joan Burge?" I answer your questions here in my video blog on the subject.