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Maybe She's Born with It: The DNA of a Star Assistant

Are star assistants born or made? Career visionary and administrative-training expert, Joan Burge, tackles this tricky question and provides a well-researched answer. What does she say? Read on to find out.

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Financial Aid for the Nontraditional Student

By: Tess Price, PhD Discuss

If you've been in the workforce for a while but are now considering going back to school, you may be looking at your funding options. Financial aid is a helpful resource that you may be eligible to take advantage of. Learn more about the different types and how to determine what's best for you.

Exploring Specialized Fields Series, Part 4: Working as a Court Reporter

By: Tess Price, PhD Discuss

The final installment in our series focuses on working in the field as a court reporter. The OA Training Doctor explores the various technologies used in this profession, and shows you what's required to break into this exciting and growing field.

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Administrative Excellence: Rise to the Top of Your Field (and Stay There)

Joan Burge, internationally acclaimed author and trainer, has developed remarkable strategies for helping administrative professionals achieve extraordinary career success. Her two books, considered "work bibles," are valuable resources and here, she shares short excerpts to help inspire and motivate you.

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Exploring Specialized Fields Series, Part Three: Working as a Paralegal or Legal Secretary

By: Tess Price, PhD Discuss

Our four-part series continues and, this time, the OA Training Doctor explores the field of legal assistance. Learn what's required to excel in this profession and find out if this career is right for you.