How can you make better decisions as a remote administrative assistant?

Often, clarifying the goal requires a keen ability to communicate effectively in order to ask the right questions and to best understand the requests you receive as an assistant. I have always found it easier to complete remote work by focusing on how I communicate with my coworkers, as a process for building strong relationships and better outcomes. From the beginning, push yourself to be an expert communicator who can quickly assess, gather info, and discuss the work with ease.

I agree, check in when working remotely is a great way to ensure all projects are meeting deadline. This also helps you make those important connectons with your team.

Have a clear understanding of the goals calls for effective communication. Ask questions, check in with your team, observe the process.

It's always helpful to have a clear understanding of your goals. So, why not take a moment to jot down all your aspirations - even the ones that may be a stretch beyond your comfort zone? Once you've listed them all, try grouping together the ones that complement each other and breaking them down into manageable steps. And don't forget to start with the first step - simply writing them down!

You need to be confident and decisive, but also flexible and adaptable. You might need to consult with others, such as your supervisor,

It's also advisable to be reflective of any data collected so as to be understood by the reader. Consequently, your information must be clearly in relevant to a particular topic in the smooth delivery of services to achieve objectives.

It's 1974, and I strict orders from my dr no heavy lifting, etc., bed rest six weeks. As the Asst Finance Officer this could'nt happen at a worst time. We were "in process" of interviewing candidates for the Finance Officer's position. Meanwhile, we had several deadlines to meet by the end of the month. The following week, the office manager set up a three-way confererce call between the director, him and I. We laid each scheduled report; the ones he could handle and the ones he could not. The biggest problem was our four-team food processing on the 25th of each month. This team were bonded/insured to handled the food stamps by USDA. During the conference, I agreed to come up with a "Work from Home Plan".

Angelic Pierce-no ma'am, those days are so far behind! Would love to read your comments. Thank you for the up vote. Have learned a lot from LinkedIn regarding WFH and RTW situations affecting families with young children. In my opinion, flexible work hours could benefit some, others maybe 4/day work week. Employer's risk losing top candidates by offering these perks. It's not all about the $$$$$ anymore.

Working as a remote administrative assistant offers flexibility and autonomy, but it also comes with unique challenges, particularly when it comes to making decisions. As a vital part of a team or organization, your choices can impact efficiency, productivity, and overall success. In this article, we'll explore strategies to help remote administrative assistants make good decisions in their roles.

Thank you Shawna Ayers: I have never taken a job just for the money. Well, maybe my first job, but I learned if was'nt happy doing what I loved, I would'nt be there be long. You hear the sad stories from unhappy people dreading to go to work! I was determined, I would not be that person for all the money in XXXXX (LOL). I am certain they had reason to be unhappy. Employer's risk losing top candidates by not offering flexibility perks along with $$$$$. While four-day work week may not be an option, but loving what you do is very important for your mind, body and soul.

I usually begin by offering at least three alternatives, only adding more once the existing choices have been taken off the table. It is easy to come up with at least three options, giving you and your team something to begin working with. Once you evaluate your options, you can begin to see the decision making process from a broadened perspective that continues to be informed by your research for alternatives.

Um exemplo do que realizo no meu dia-a-dia é usar o MPP: mínimo progresso possível (as mínimas tarefas fazer na hora). Depois pegar as tarefas já definidas na agenda e verificar as importancias: fazer agora, decidir quando fazer mas fazer, delegar e eliminar. Isso sendo ajuda a definir uma sequência de tarefas diárias.

Being confident is key. Especially if the decision is a sensitive one. Be confident but not arrogant - you want to allow room for any changes that may be necessary. Confidence will also help you to justify your decision.

During the 70's, resources were limited. The office manager was amazing. The Financial Reports, he would'nt touch! The plan was (1) bring the reports, print the supporting documents, pencils, adding machine, etc. When the reports are completed, he would return for pickup. The Fiscal Clerks assisted with a few reports and job duties in abssence. Everyone was flexible to obtain our goal. Our next master project was approaching on the 25th. We had to involve security to transport the food stamps and the director said no. Resort to Plan B.

Ibrahim, thank you. This is only experience for working In Home. I have no comparison. Never had the opportunity again. Thanks again.

Ensuring information gathering are accurate before evaluate and decision making process as this can distorted view. Ones you are confident that information gathering are 100% then focus on decision making and fully agree it is always good to consult with other stakeholders on decision to ensure no silo view on decision and taking other factors stakeholders noted into account is key to have the best end result before communication stage of process.

I agree being confident is the key, but when you are working remote, you need to have good support and the best way is to connect with others in similar roles and don't be afraid to ask questions no matter how silly they sound, often the silly ones are the questions everyone needs answered, compare what others have to say and if necessary ask then why or how but do this before you make and implement a decision, learn from others and don't be afraid to ask for help and take on advice.

Master Project: Mail Out $125,000. Food Stamp paper Benefits to clients by 30th of the month. Fact: It takes four people/roughly (7/hours) to issue, check, seal & reconcile, & inventory (2/days). Decision: Plan B: For 2/days, we moved the operation to the conference room. My husband worked flex hours a few days, transporting me at my request. We met our goal, and I was fine. We followed-up 3/way conference calls with director, office manager, and I for updates once a week until I returned. In 1977 President Carter signed into law, The Food Stamp Act known as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) as we now know it. Benefits are now issued electronically. During the 1970's receipients paid cash to purchase their food stamps.

I fully agree with this step. Review and learn from decision and outcome of matter at hand for one to learn/grow/ build experience, as each case can be unique and we are not perfect, but want to provide/suggest the best/honest outcome/solution and it in turn helps you improve your decision making skills going forward taking previous decision making experiences into account.

For this project, no. If you read the final analysis we made the best decision for the limited time we had to achieve our goal, and happy to do it. No complaints from anyone. Those days without modern technology, cross training are long gone. Thank you for reviewing.

Because nobody is perfect, please remember that making decisions is a skill to hone over time. By staying organized, communicating effectively, and continually seeking improvement, you can become a more effective remote administrative assistant and a valuable asset to your team.

Thank you Kelly Ann. Good point. Our main focus was to stay within the targeted timeline. No time for "arrogance" or "I'm the boss", etc. We were a team of four who stragtegized how to delivery a commodity to a community on time. The community expected that delivery to be on time, and it was my job to ensure we meet the deadline in an efficient manner.

This experience was wild. It just happened and we adjusted to the situation. The "work from home" was convienient easy to adapt too. I'm very flexible. However, during COVID, Administrives Asst were "In Office", and we sent our staff home. In office, increases teamworks, better communications, connections and creativity. Our staff seem pleased I guess from less commuting, heavy traffic and saving on high gas prices, over all work-life balance. **What did I learn about the 1975 Work from Home? I loved my love job; I would do it all again, as long as the circustances stayed the same. My goals have always been get the job done; meet your deadlines; work diligently, and respect your coworkers.

Trabalhei por mais de 1 ano atendendo remotamente o CEO da empresa e diretoria durante o período de isolamento da pandemia (por decis?o estratégica e de H&S , a empresa ficou em home office além do período de "lockdown"). Conhecendo bem meus executivos, tendo um relacionamento de extrema confian?a, dedicada às suas prioridades e objetivos, ciente também da rotina da empresa e resultados que deveriam ser entregues, n?o foi difícil me adaptar ao trabalho remoto. Com a comunica??o sendo prioridade para entender demandas que presencialmente ficam mais claras (e mais rápidas), além do senso de urgência, prioridades e gerenciamento de tempo, o trabalho remoto é perfeitamente possível no ambiente administrativo e de suporte executivo.

I said it once and will say it a million times over. Your biggest and best bet is yourself; there's nothing like staying brain-fit. Follow the path of continuous learning. Invest in your professional development. The more knowledgeable you are, the better equipped you'll be to make informed decisions.

If you have multiple clients, keep the specific client in mind when considering the options and making the decision. You cannot apply a "one size fits all" approach. Each client will have different circumstances that must be considered. And communicate - ask, listen, share.