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General - Discussion on miscellaneous topics
Navigating a Tough Job Market With a Medical HistoryI'm approaching age 50...diagnosed with breast cancer...spent 2009 being treated... by Anonymous (03/09/2010) 1
Social Networking ResourcesHello, I want to use social networking such as LinkenIn, Twitter, Facebook, e... by Irene Scott (03/09/2010) 1
How to address unemployment periodHi everyone, hope you can help me. Everyone in this forum is so helpful and I h... by Anonymous (03/04/2010) 10
Cover Letter questionThe company I worked for closed and all employees were laid off in 2008. I am c... by Anonymous (03/02/2010) 10
College Degree vs. High School Grad - wordingI am an Administrative Manager hiring a PT admin under me. This person has to b... by Kathy J. (01/26/2010) 18
Event Planning SoftwareHi everyone! I plan about 20-25 meetings a year, which include city/state selec... by Kathy J. (01/15/2010) 5
Ideas for Keeping Your Boss on Task During A ConferenceHello, We are planning a two-day Governor's Conference this month. I am looking... by Irene Scott (12/03/2009) 4
Gift for BossDoes anyone have any ideas on xmas gifts for their boss. My boss doesn't like us... by Kim Trout (11/20/2009) 5
Salary/HoursAnother question. BTW - thank you for the 2 responses I received yesterday. ... by Diana Russell (11/17/2009) 14
Executive Assistant TitleIs this worth discussing, or debating? I was hired to be the executive assist... by Diana Russell (11/16/2009) 8
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Worklife Balance - Discussion on managing your personal and professional life.
Making My department more efficientCan someone give me an example of what they did as an administrative assistant i... by Anonymous (11/04/2009) 3
Mission Statement for Administrative AssistantsI have been asked to start facilitating Administrative Meetings and my first ass... by Vivian (08/13/2009) 7
Work SharingDue to a medical condition, I will be reducing my work-week hours, and my full-t... by Rebecca Harrington (08/12/2009) 3
Email Hosting ServicesWe are getting ready to change our web hosting to a service that doesn't offer e... by Barbara Hughes (10/25/2007) 3
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Software, Internet, Office Equipment & Technology - Discussion of new software tips, trouble shooting and office equipment
Following Your BossHas anyone followed their executive to a new job? My CEO boss is being recruited... by Megan (03/07/2010) 5
Travel ReimbursementI told my boss that employees cannot include mileage between home and business o... by Susan Hudson (03/04/2010) 15
Calendar ManagementIs there a way to add an updated hyperlink attachment to a recurring weekly meet... by Anonymous (02/25/2010) 10
Conference NotesDoes anyone have a recommendation for a netbook or laptop for taking notes durin... by Lucky Admin (02/03/2010) 9
iPhone and CalendaringHi! If anyone is using the iPhone with a calendar system, I would be greatly in... by Denise Sciulli (01/20/2010) 5
Procedure ManualI would like to create a Procedure Manual for my position as Administrative Assi... by Anonymous (01/08/2010) 2
Business Cards & StationaryCould someone please recommend a business card and stationary vendor. We want go... by Jessica Ratter (12/29/2009) 5
MS Word ApplicationIs anyone familiar with how to turn a Word document into a booklet? One of our ... by Patricia Harrison (12/22/2009) 4
Is anyone familiar with Microsoft Access?I'm an Admin. Asst. for a hospital quality control dept. I use Microsoft Access ... by Dawn Schulz (12/06/2009) 3
Microsoft Office 2007 New to Company and TrainingMy company is preparing to implement Microsoft Office 2007 from 2002. We will n... by eapmember (12/02/2009) 3
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Workplace Issues - Discuss problems with difficult people, situations and events.
Looking for an Administrative Assistant position in Rockland NY or Northern NJHello, My position was eliminated in January 2010 so I am now looking for a job... by Joann Sugrue (03/03/2010) 0
Files crying and messyMy immediate boss has a limited space in his office. 1 main desk, 1 for the comp... by Lurkspur (10/19/2009) 7
Work Place Blow UpHelp! Wednesday night I ended up having to work 4 hours overtime because my n... by DessertDreams (07/31/2009) 1
Handling diifficult situationsAs an executive asslstant, how do you handle difficult situations on the job? by Anonymous (06/17/2009) 6
RespectWhat do you do if your boss doesn't respect you? If you do everything that you ... by Anonymous (05/18/2009) 16
Dual PositionWork for one VP another VP wants me to also work for her. Does anyone work for ... by O.K. (12/17/2008) 5
Managing the ExecutiveI am fairly new to the Exec. Assistant position, though I've worked as an office... by Anonymous (11/05/2008) 15
The Boss/Admin Assistant RelationshipI, and another exec assistant at my company, are trying to figure out a way to g... by Anonymous (07/24/2008) 2
Employees who need to lead a "posse"All of our Admins sit in a "pod." There are 7 of us total (I am the Ex... by cjt99 (06/25/2008) 3
Multi-Generational Workforce InformationDoes anyone have the handouts from the 2007 conference regarding understanding a... by Anonymous (06/12/2008) 1
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Networking - Increase your career success by connecting to fellow members
Tools for SchoolsI am writing to appeal to any of you or your companies that are interested in co... by Victoria Hahn (08/14/2009) 0
Charlotte NC RecruiterHi everyone. I will be relocating to Charlotte NC in the next few months. Does... by Laura Wiltse (07/28/2009) 0
New MemberHello, I just joined AEAP and have 4 years experience as an EA the the president... by John Malek (03/27/2009) 1
Admin Needed ASAP-Herndon, VAI work for XO Communications at their corporate headquarters office in Herndon, ... by Senior EA-Business Writer (03/16/2009) 0
Seminars/TrainingI'm interested in taking a seminar presented by SkillPath. Is anyone familiar w... by Deborah Billiter (03/06/2009) 26
New MemberHello and greetings from north Alabama! While I am a new member to AEAP I have ... by Kim Abernathy (02/19/2009) 1
New MemberHello I just signed up as a new member and am excited in getting to know eve... by Toni Henry (02/15/2009) 1
Work from Home Hello- I am still lucky that I am working however I have had my hours cut back ... by Tina Stytz (02/11/2009) 6
Position needed as Admin or Exec Assistant PleaseHello everyone. I was recently laid off and am driving myself insane on the job ... by Kelly Watkins (02/05/2009) 11
Job Seeker Hello! I am in search of a EA job. I lost my job 12/15/08 and I realize that... by Sheila Malloy (02/03/2009) 10
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Company Policies and Office Procedures - Discussion of company sponsored benefits, policies and office procedures
360 Degree Assessment for Administrative ProfessionaslDoes anyone have an example of a 360 Degree Assessemtn specifically for administ... by Rhonda Strong (02/25/2010) 4
Travel authorization form request Hello, I need to develop a new form for employees to use when requesting travel... by Jamie (02/03/2010) 6
General Office Standards“I have been tasked with developing general office standards for our company, i.... by Judith (01/19/2010) 2
car rental with AEAP discountI need to rent a car in Richmond, VA for the upcoming Labor day weekend and was ... by Pat Grisbaum (08/04/2009) 5
Process DocumentsI am trying to create a process document for our Real Estate from the beginning ... by Lucky Admin (07/30/2009) 0
Administrative Team MeetingsI work in a department with four other assistants. We support different teams w... by Shea CPS/CAP (07/21/2009) 5
Program called "Time Builder"Hi everyone -- the firm I work for is going to implement "Time Builder"... by Cathy (07/17/2009) 2
External Communications: Guidelines for EmployeesDoes your company have a policy or set of guidelines for employees regarding how... by Senior EA-Business Writer (07/15/2009) 4
Business DressHi there, I have an employee who dresses inappropriately for a business situa... by Linda Kreutz (05/22/2009) 4
Administrative Assistant and four 10-hour daysI've been at the same company for 24 years and for the past 18 I was lucky enoug... by Debbie Williams (01/23/2009) 10
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Career Development - Discussion of current and future goals, objectives, advancements, changes, education and training.
EXCEL REFRESHERI am a senior level Administrative Assistant. My role is primarily scheduling, ... by TLP (12/23/2009) 7
Seeking Relocation Information in Washington, DC Hello, I am considering moving to Washington, DC. I am seeking suggestions for:... by Irene Scott (11/16/2009) 1
Meetings for Administrative AssistantsI saw that a few other members have their administrative assistants meet. My bo... by Kim Trout (09/14/2009) 7
International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) - Multi-chapter Symposium 2009For those of you living in Southern California or wishing to get away for a fall... by Victoria Hahn (08/13/2009) 1
Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS)I would like to acheive the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) cr... by Anonymous (06/11/2009) 5
On Line CPS/CAP Review CoursesVirginia Tech is offering its results driven CPS/CAP Review Courses on line. Pl... by Kathy Ely (03/20/2009) 1
CPS/CPA exam dutiesHi, I'm new to this website and membership. Could someone give me details on the... by Judie Petersen (11/20/2008) 1
Virtual Training for CPS/CAP CertificationI have been visiting with a colleague, a fellow CAP to determine whether there i... by Victoria Hahn (09/27/2008) 5
Networkingnot sure if this has been done in the past, but it would be great to start a blo... by Arsian (09/26/2008) 0
CPS/CAP?Hi. Has anyone gotten their certifications? I am taking the exams in May 2009.... by Kathy J. (09/25/2008) 13
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AEAP Annual Conference - Network with others attending the annual conference
St. Louis ConferenceHello all! This will be my first year attending the conference and I'm looking f... by Monica Hetu (06/06/2008) 1
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News and Announcements - Admin topics in the news and announcements from headquarters
What factors do you consider before you make limo reservation?What keywords do you use to find the limousine service or airport transportation... by Shareen Rizvi (12/09/2009) 4
Special for Airport Transportation We offer Holiday Special for airport transportation fo Chicago Airports. For Res... by Shareen Rizvi (12/09/2009) 0
AEAP 34th Annual ConferenceLast chance to attend AEAP's 34th Annual Conference, September 17 - 19, 2009 in ... by Ruth Salta (08/14/2009) 0
Chicago areaI am going to Chicago in December and would like advice on the best places to se... by Teresa Wall (11/19/2008) 10
Job SearchI have not logged into the AEAP website for awhile. The job search section seems... by jh (08/06/2008) 1
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Government Admins - Connect with other admins working for the various government agencies, city, state and federal
Federal Resume KSA'sDoes anyone know how to draft a KSA resume for the government? I'm coming out o... by Teri McCullough (12/28/2009) 3
recognition derservedI would appreciate any advice that you can provide regarding being overlooked fo... by Deborah Garitson (03/11/2008) 1
Paternity LeaveWhere can I I find information on paternity leave for state of California? How ... by Leyina Chen (03/03/2008) 11
Performance Eval.I have an employee that I will be meeting with to discuss her Performance Evalua... by Serena Willock (03/03/2008) 17
Office PoliciesOur new insurance carrier is requiring us to add additional office policies to t... by Sandra Clair-Ball (02/12/2008) 1
Updating Contact InformationI would like to know more efficiant ways to update our contact information than ... by Diane Beecher (12/06/2007) 1
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Healthcare Admins - Connect with other admins working in the healthcare field
Healthcare AcronymsI'm looking for a listing of healthcare acronyms to include in our Board Orienta... by Lisa Porria (01/13/2009) 7
Job HuntThis is my first time with an inquiry. I have a string of bad luck - I get a gre... by Diane Klepadlo (08/15/2008) 15
Dress Code for Non-Patient Care Healthcare EmployeesI am an executive secretary in Administration at a hospital. I have been asked b... by Lisa Cudd (07/28/2008) 13
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Financial Admins - Connect with other admins in the banking, finance, accounting and insurance fields.
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Education Admins - Connect with other admins in the education field
Textbook Inventory SystemOur school system is looking at textbook inventory systems. We do not currently... by Mona Kay Helper (04/24/2008) 2
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Human Resources Admins - Connect with other admins working in HR
Nepotism PolicyMy company's policy: "No member of the immediate family of a current City s... by Joan McHale (07/17/2009) 0
Nepotism PolicyDoes anyone have a sample of a nepotism policy? Our company is growing and it i... by Anonymous (07/10/2009) 7
Payroll SpecialistDoes anyone have a job description of a Payroll specialist? We only have one HR... by Anonymous (07/08/2009) 2
Exit GuideI have been asked to compile a list of things to do or items to receive from a t... by Amy (06/22/2009) 11
Going from 5 day week to 4 daysWe are considering changing from a 5 day week to a 4 day week (32 hour week). D... by Amy (06/09/2009) 5
Pink SlipsI have been asked to write pink slips for a layoff that is coming up at the end ... by John Malek (04/15/2009) 9
Mapping Software for FMLA trackingDoes anyone know of a software where I could map our offices and see which other... by Anonymous (03/23/2009) 5
Human Resources QuestionI would like to know how to get experience in the human resources field, after g... by Anonymous (01/12/2009) 10
Emergency Preparedness & Business ContinuityI am on a committee to develop an Emergency Preparedness & Business Continui... by SWW (12/08/2008) 2
New Employee Orientation PresentationHello: I am trying to put together a power point presentation so that we can of... by Anonymous (05/14/2008) 9
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Legal Admins - Connect with other admins working in the legal field
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Virtual Assistants - Connect with other VA's
Legitimate home-based admin opportunityDoes anyone know of a legitimate opportunity for someone with excellent admin sk... by Julie Dasher (05/08/2008) 10
All Season Flea MarketsI have a client who is thinking about renting a permanent space at an All Season... by Susan Rogers (12/07/2007) 0
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Communication/Technology/Computer Admins - Connect with other admins in the technology and communicaiton fields
Reply vs. Reply AllDoes anyone have a best practice they can share on how to address others on when... by Anonymous (03/04/2010) 5
Outlook 2003 Read Receipt QuestionI am a long-time user of Outlook 2003 and recently had my computer replaced. Of ... by Anonymous (10/28/2009) 15
Outlook Meeting PlanningHi all. I plan sooooo many meetings using Outlook. My frustration is that I wi... by Kathy J. (10/23/2009) 5
Secretarial CompetenciesFor the State of Washington, you can find competencies at the following URL. The... by Carroll Ferguson (10/01/2009) 1
Secretarial CompetenciesI have worked as a secretary for the federal government for the past 14 years. T... by Anne Wagner (09/30/2009) 2
Web 2.0 ToolsI'm an admin completing a masters degree and need to demonstrate the need for ad... by Stacy Leitner (09/20/2009) 6
Interview Questions for Admin/Exec AssistantsI've been asked to interview/pre-screen some candidates for an admin role report... by Anonymous (10/10/2007) 8
Moodle SoftwareAny suggestions or ideas for learning to use Moodle Software and some of its fun... by DLC (10/07/2007) 2
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Manufacturing/Construction Admins - Connect with others in the manufacturing and construction fields.
Technically firedI have a situation that I would like some help with. I work for a local Pastor ... by wondering (09/03/2009) 12
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