What does it take to become a Administrative Assistant?
An Administrative Assistant should have basic experience and skills, at a minimum, in an office setting. The desire to help and be of service combined with a drive to learn, are immeasurable. Good luck!
Well it all depends. If you have a degree in Admin and one have about 3 years working experience . Must also be an organized individual.
Organization and mind reading . . . Organization and a "ticker" file are your keys to maintaining control. You probably will need to be able to switch gears quickly and become a "jack of all trades" and technology. A lot depends on the industry you would be working in. Usually ask for Assoc. degree in business but work experience could qualify you as well.
It takes a college degree, at least that is what it took for me an Assoviates degree will land you this kind of job
I agree whole heartedly with masterson staffing. I have learned all my skills over the years on your job. It is a well rounded position one that can advance you into other positions because of all the knowledge you need to do the job. As an administrative assistant you are always learning so you need to love learning new skills. I volunteered all the time for projects so that I could get my skill set up to speed. It is a wonderful position to have and very versital in the office.
Ability to multi task, nerves of steel and the ability to remain calm.
A Manager/Supervisor who wants to have lunch with you everyday and trusts your opinion over all the office gossip!
I hope the link is helpful for you. https://www.mastersonstaffing.com/blog/8-administrative-assistant-skills/
I think what makes a great assistant administrator is having the office skills necessary to be proficient but also having he ability to recognize needs and then implement the actions necessary to achieve them. I think being a team player with a positive attitude should be inherent, as well as having a solid work ethic, being responsible and going the extra mile when necessary to achieve your goal.