7 Essential Resources for Elevating the Admin Role in Your Organization

The administrative profession is changing rapidly, driven by the growth of automation and evolving workplace demands. To navigate these changes and leverage new opportunities, administrative assistants must be prepared to advocate for their value, continuously develop their skills, and showcase their indispensability. Here are seven essential resources from the ASAP library that will help admins elevate their roles, enhance core leadership competencies, and instill trust and credibility in their positions.

1. Gain Credibility with PACE Certification

ASAP’s Certification Program: PACE

Achieving PACE certification not only enhances your professional skill set and validates your expertise but also significantly boosts your credibility. Employers increasingly recognize the value of this certification, as evidenced by the $6K salary increase we found in our 2024 State of the Profession Report for admins who hold an admin professional certification. This demonstrates that PACE-certified administrative professionals are being rewarded for their commitment to excellence, making it easier to advocate for the admin role within your organization.

2. Transition from Assistant to Leader

Webinar: Career Mapping

This webinar, led by career expert Madelyn Mackie, is tailored for assistants aiming to move into leadership roles and wondering how to start this process. It covers how to begin your strategic career planning and professional development journey, empowering you to leverage your unique vantage point, anticipate challenges, and contribute to your organization's strategic vision.

3. Increase Your Financial Acumen

Workshop: Cost Control for Admin Professionals: Navigating Budgets and Expenses with Confidence 

Learn essential strategies to better optimize financial processes, reduce costs, and make informed decisions from a financial planning perspective. This workshop teaches you how to develop robust budgeting frameworks and project future expenses and needs, helping you to add even more value back to the business and executive operations. Superior financial management skills showcase your organizational and strategic decision making abilities, making a strong case for the critical nature of the admin role.

4. Boost Efficiency with Advanced Admin Apps

Course: Microsoft AI & Automation for Admins

As an admin, you often need to be a jack of all trades, stepping in to support various tasks across the organization. We also know that thousands of members of the ASAP community use Microsoft 365 tools on a daily basis and are either actively using or considering how they can incorporate AI such as Copilot and other forms of advanced automation into their workflows. This course shares how to master the latest Microsoft tools in a rapidly evolving and competitive business climate. By implementing these AI and automation processes, you can significantly boost your efficiency and demonstrate your versatility in leveraging technology for peak performance.

5. Master Project Management

On-Demand Course: Project Management for Admins

Managing projects that span multiple departments is a primary responsibility for admins, requiring coordination, communication, and organization across various teams. This on-demand course equips you with the foundational project management skills necessary to excel in this critical role. By mastering these skills, you’ll be better prepared to handle complex tasks and lead projects to successful completion, making you an indispensable asset in achieving your organization’s broader goals.

6. Build Trust and Credibility

How-To Guide: Start an Administrative Steering Committee 

Forming an admin steering committee fosters collaboration, support, and professional development for admins at all levels of your organization. This guide helps you kick-start your committee, so you can enhance visibility for the admin role, promote best practices, and drive strategic initiatives within your organization.

7. Learn Self-Advocacy from Peers

Podcast Episode: How to Advocate for Admins

As admins become increasingly essential in their organizations, self-advocacy is more important than ever. However, it often takes the insight and experience of seasoned admins to help you confidently advocate for yourself. This podcast episode offers practical tips on doing just that. Listen as fellow admins share their experiences in navigating similar challenges, offering valuable insights on articulating your contributions, negotiating for better roles or compensation, and ensuring your value is recognized within your organization.

Maximize Your Potential with ASAP Resources

Start with these essential tools from the ASAP library to elevate your position as an indispensable asset to your team.

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