In the 1980 film comedy called ‘Nine to Five’, Dolly Parton sang about the quiet frustrations of a person working hard and feeling unappreciated. It was one of the few Billboard chart songs to feature the clacking of a typewriter. The lyrics were amusing and quirky, and it hit home with many working women who were quietly struggling to balance their work and private lives.
Today, the secretary’s job scope has expanded. Besides keeping track of the boss’ calls and meetings, they are able to manage all the administrative details of planning a conference; they handle personnel paperwork and are required to have a broad range of skills and problem-solving abilities.
Sometimes as bosses, we rush through our daily schedules and we forget to thank the ones who work behind the scenes. The assistant who ensures the boss’ calls are screened, schedules are updated, the letters are sent out promptly and so on. She’s that someone you can rely on and trust in the office. Your ever-efficient secretary who hands you the aspirin and alka-seltzer when you most need it…
It’s good to remember that a secretary who makes your work life easier to manage is someone to be valued.
This Secretaries’ Week, strengthen your relationship with your secretary/administrative assistant by affirming your belief in her. Let her know that her presence has attributed to the success of the company.
Treat your secretary to a wonderful surprise by sending her a thank you gift for her patience, diligence and loyalty.
Have a look through our category for Secretaries’ Week. I’m sure that you’ll find a wonderful gift that will put a smile on her face and a joyful song in her heart.
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