Administrative Professionals Day is April 23, and in addition to flowers, cards and candy, we think there's a lot companies can do to keep office managers, executive assistants and administrative pros engaged at work. We're sharing more details on our blog: http://bit.ly/1ltWNSD

1. Smart Ways to Thank
Administrative Professionals
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2. Being an administrative
professional is a really hard job.

3. They’re on call 24/7.

4. They’re on call 24/7.
Dealing with tough personalities.

5. They’re on call 24/7.
Dealing with tough personalities.
Moving mountains during a crisis.

6. Their to-do lists seem to never end:
ü Manage schedules and travel
ü Plan company events and outings
ü Support executives and HR
ü Keep the office stocked
ü Everything else…

7. But they still find time to put
your dirty coffee cup in the sink.

8. So let’s show them
how thankful we are.

9. Here are Smart Ways to Thank
Administrative Professionals
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10. Our list doesn’t include
flowers, but they’re
always a good idea.
Pro Tip
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Here are Smart Ways to Thank
Administrative Professionals
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11. When you’re feeling
thankful, just say it.
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12. Favorite snack magically appeared at the office?
Full day of meetings coordinated flawlessly?
Sales kickoff entertainment got people fired up?

13. Favorite snack magically appeared at the office?
Full day of meetings coordinated flawlessly?
Sales kickoff entertainment got people fired up?
Take the time to say thanks.
Nice work today!

14. Help them network
with other admins.
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15. You’ve probably worked with the executive
assistants or office managers of your peers.

16. You’ve probably worked with the executive
assistants or office managers of your peers.
Why not introduce them to the administrative
professional in your life?

17. Having a well-developed professional network
makes it easier to gather feedback, vet new
ideas and feel more connected at work.

18. Be more consistent with
your travel preferences.
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19. It might not sound like a way to say thanks,
but being consistent about your travel
preferences will save your admin tons of time.

20. It might not sound like a way to say thanks,
but being consistent about your travel
preferences will save your admin tons of time.
Bonus: it’ll be easier for your admin to adjust
travel plans when your itinerary changes.

21. Start by answering a few simple questions:
ü What airline, hotel and rental car do you prefer?
ü Do you like an aisle or window?
ü Economy, business or first class?
ü What are your loyalty account numbers?

22. Invest in his or her
professional growth.
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23. A great way to keep your admin happy is by
taking an interest in developing their career.
Offer training to refine a skill or give them the
autonomy to build and run a new program.

24. Not sure what to offer? Here are some ideas:
Training Opportunities
• Software
• Public speaking
• Leadership
• Conflict negotiation
• Goal setting
New Responsibilities
• Philanthropy
• Executive coaching
• Event planning
• New hire gifts
• Internal newsletter

25. Offload the easy
stuff to an app
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26. Apps can make it even faster to DIY, and they
free up your admin for high-impact projects.

27. Apps can make it even faster to DIY, and they
free up your admin for high-impact projects.
OpenTable
Get a reservation
almost anywhere in
seconds.

28. Apps can make it even faster to DIY, and they
free up your admin for high-impact projects.
TripIt
Automatically
create an itinerary
for your travel.

29. Apps can make it even faster to DIY, and they
free up your admin for high-impact projects.
Seamless
Working late? Order
dinner in just a few
clicks.

30. Apps can make it even faster to DIY, and they
free up your admin for high-impact projects.
Uber
On-demand car
service in 35+
countries.

31. Apps can make it even faster to DIY, and they
free up your admin for high-impact projects.
FancyHands
Need personal
errands run? Let
FancyHands help.

32. Oh, there’s one more app you
should check out.

33. It’s ours.
Try Cotap. It’s a simple, secure mobile messaging app that
instantly connects you to everyone you work with, without
having to swap phone numbers. It’s perfect for busy executives
and administrative professionals.

34. Be sure you thank your administrative
professional on April 23rd!
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