What do they do?
They help with the daily operations of the office by filling papers, answering phones, preparing documents for meetings, etc.
You'll need a high school diploma and enrolling in an associate degree programme or a secretarial training programme after high school.
Educational background
In a rising number of industries, secretaries often have bachelor's degrees or speciality certificates such as ALS or CMAA.
Degree and Certificate
Executive assistants and secretaries should have a bachelor's degree or at least some college credits.
For Executives
Consider starting with a temporary employment agency for training.
Start as a temp
New recruits are occasionally given training.
Training
If you have some basic secretarial or administrative skills, you may be able to receive on-the-job training while learning the ropes of a particular business or sector.If you have some basic secretarial or administrative skills, you may be able to receive on-the-job training while learning the ropes of a particular business or sector.
On-the-job training
You should be familiar with Microsoft Office, email, and the internet.
Must know
If you work for a small business, you may need to be familiar with QuickBooks or other accounting software applications.
In-case of accounting assistant
Multitasking abilities are especially useful if you also manage others. You should be able to balance multiple requests at the same time.
Multitasking
Communication skills, both verbal and written, are crucial.
Commute easy
You should have a strong understanding of the English language as well as excellent proofreading abilities.
Good in English
You'll be interacting with a variety of people, including clients and office staff.
Widen your people’s circle
The importance of good manners and a calm disposition cannot be overstated.
Disciple