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| *Ostroff, Fair and Company>>>Administrative and Office Support |
I need suggestions about how to improve/broaden my job skills? |
I most recently worked as an office supervisor/executive assistant. I started as a receptionist & worked my way up over the next 3 years. My existing skills include: typing, filing, proficient in MS Office (although I only have working knowledge, not mastery, of Excel), experience with PhotoShop, friendly & professional phone manner, etc. I have a college degree, but not in a business field. Specifically, I am looking into taking classes to increase my employability. I have considered studying to get the MS Office certifications. I am also curious about what the local tech school's "Medical Coding" classes are. Any thoughts? Especially from anyone who does hiring, what would you look for in terms of training/education for an office worker? I am an office manager and maybe I can give you a few pointers... Definately take any training on excel you can. I use excel everyday and it's important to know formulas and etc.. to make things more professional looking. If you have time to volunteer in an office do that. I look at that when hiring because it shows you are not stingy with your time and aren't afraid to take extra time to do things that need to be done. Research any company you apply to as much as possible and integrate your knowledge into an interview. That shows the employer you are interested in the company not just the paycheck. Always ask higher than you expect to get paid. I have learned from experience employers will offer you the lowest amount to see if you will take it. They usually have room to play with. Good luck to you! Mandi volunteer Sounds like a great idea! Check out some communit colleges or rec centers for possible classes. Sometimes Your city council puts together adult education classes that add skills to your resume. Good Luck! If you are looking for money in the long run get the MS certifications. The medical coding classes are the popular online thing now with no real future. A work at home scam. Check out community centers in your area. Usually they offer classes where you can freshen up on your computer skills. Usually they are free. If you are interested in medical coding, try the junior colleges. They are affordable too. Oh ... try your local library too. The best course anyone can take is intro to Financial accounting. No,it won't make you a CPA, but if someone ever asks you " how does a co gain the ownership of an asset without showing any debt." you can fire right back "capital lease." I recently took Intro to F/a and Office,( word, excel, access) I found that a lot more valuable and interesting that trying to remain awake through Victorian Poetry and Philosophical Psychology. |
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