msgladiator
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« on: July 03, 2001, 12:18:59 am » |
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Just noticing through many of the posts that there are a number of "admins" out there dreaming about something better. That's great! What I would like to see more of at this site is what "admins" are actually doing to make their dreams come true. The reason I say this is because I have finally risen through the ranks of admin to manager status and I know from experience that you can talk all you want about what you would like to have and what you would like to see changed, etc. but the only way to make things happen is to put your words into action. I like to hear from you all about what you have done or are doing to make your dreams come true. What strides have you made in the workplace?
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winkiebear
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« Reply #1 on: July 03, 2001, 12:59:08 am » |
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I'm in the same sitch as you, moved myself up through the ranks to mgr status.
Mine was a golden opportunity .... I supported a man who had a career path laid out for me, that would take me up through the ranks of the executives, as my heart desires. Then, a woman I was also supporting was being given her own department and offered me the admin position. I turned her down stating the facts above, and a few weeks later she returned with the manager position for me.
I'm here now, been in the job for several months, and I love it. My boss and I have a great working relationship, and though my ex-boss was sad to see me go, he never stood in the way.
winkiebear
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energizer
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« Reply #2 on: July 02, 2001, 01:00:38 pm » |
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Good topic!
I had a management position at another company several years ago (Office Manager with a staff of 5 people reporting to me). My current employer doesn't have Office Managers, which is about the farthest I want to go in Management. I thoroughly enjoy the work I do as an Admin, and an Office Manager position allows me to continue to do what I love doing while also supervising and possibly being a "mentor" for other Admins.
I am currently taking courses to complete a degree in Office Administration, with a minor in Human Resources Management. If an Office Manager position is not eventually created here, I believe I would like to transfer into the Human Resources Department. Positions in that area do include managerial titles and responsibilities while still allowing me to do some of the Admin work I enjoy. There aren't any openings now, but once I have my degree, I'll see what's available. I don't want to leave my present employer, because I really enjoy working here, and I don't necessarily need a "management" position to fulfill my career goals.
Everyone is different, of course, but that's where I stand right now.
Thanks for asking!!
Energizer
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countrigal
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« Reply #3 on: July 02, 2001, 02:19:36 pm » |
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I'm 2 years from having my BA in Business Management, have discussed my goal to become management with bossie - who supports me wholeheartedly, and am actively working my way toward one of those positions. In the meantime, I am discussing management issues with bossie, sharing ideas, plans, thoughts and finding out which worked or not, learning from his experience as well as my own.
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msmarieh
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« Reply #4 on: July 02, 2001, 02:36:24 pm » |
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I would ultimately like to own my own business. Having worked from home for the last year, I know that I have the discipline to do this. Unfortunately I can't afford the ramp up period of lost income while building my clientele. Therefore, while I continue searching for a regular job, I am also working on starting a side business.
I have been teaching computer classes at my local park district to build a name for myself within the community where my hubby and I just moved last year. This past week we reserved a PO Box, and domain name for ourselves. I have been working hard to get the web site set up and get business cards designed. I'll be helping people buy computers, setting them up with updated software/drivers, teaching them how to use the programs, and creating a preventive maintenance plan for them. My target audience is primarily home computers and small offices.
I'll also be doing speaking engagements, corporate training and data input / manipulation (setting up spreadsheets, databases, corporate presentations, etc.). I have been getting my certifications up to date and setting up my office.
Marie
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superninjaadmin
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« Reply #6 on: July 02, 2001, 08:06:04 pm » |
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This is a great topic of discussion -- thanks for asking!
I'm being proactive a little bit at a time and working toward a degree in Business Management. I'm not in any hurry, just taking my time on school, since I work full time. Fortunately for me, my employer is very supportive in promoting its admins into exempt positions within the company. I've been here since 1994 and in my current admin job since 1997. I hope to be here another 20 years if they'll keep me! I work in a pretty large company that has a variety of departments I could move around in. My boss is in upper management and I very much enjoy working in the higher level of operations. I think being in my current position as an admin is an invaluable learning opportunity for me because I've got my thumb right on the pulse of this company. I'm able to see how upper management handles the problems and issues that arise. I am also very involved in several internal and external committees - both give me a lot of "leadership" experience and it's a good way to network, too! My employer requires all of the employees to develop a career developmental path with the company. Fortunately, my experience working here so far has been "Be careful what you ask for---you just might get it!" The opportunities are there---all I have to do is speak up, or take advantage of an opportunity...to this day, I haven't been told "no" yet!
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execsec
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« Reply #7 on: July 03, 2001, 08:15:06 am » |
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I try to be proactive every day. I've been an admin for almost 30 years with all sorts of titles and levels of responsibilities (up and down the food chain). I have my CPS, I have my CAP. I also make it my policy to only work for the top executives of an organization (CEO, President). That's where the "power" is (yours too); the knowledge (ever NOT learn anything from a top level executive?); the responsibility (especially yours); the leadership/mentoring (you can help other admins) and the rewards (perks, pay, time off, etc.) I don't necessarily have to be "management" to have all these things. I love being an Executive Assistant because I'm good at what I do. If you're good at what you love, you can go as far as you want!
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msgladiator
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« Reply #8 on: July 03, 2001, 09:45:03 am » |
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Big congrats to all those who are being proactive and propelling their careers into new directions! I have my CPS and will take the CAP at some point. I'm going to get a college degree which I do not have yet - I've had to go the long and hard way to get the respect. Persistence is the key so keep that in mind!
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