Joan Burge

Joan Burge is known as the red-lipstick-wearing “Rock Star” of administrative and executive assistant training and a successful entrepreneur who founded a movement in 1990 to help administrators see themselves as professionals so they could excel in business. She is the creator and host of the “Event of Distinction” Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence™ (started in 1993); the World Class Assistant™ Certification course; more than 40 customized workshops and seminars for executive and administrative assistants. She has authored 8 books; 4 for administrative and executive assistants.

Make the Most of An Administrative Conference by Being in the Moment

January 1, 2023September 2, 2021 by Joan Burge

The Value of Professional Development and Educational Conferences Professional development and educational conferences offer a wealth of opportunities for administrative assistants looking to advance their careers, network with their peers, and expand their knowledge and skills. Attendees of these conferences often leave with a renewed sense of motivation and inspiration, feeling empowered to take their … Read more

5 Key Reasons Why Attending an In-Person Conference is More Impactful Than Virtual Attendance

August 8, 2022July 22, 2021 by Joan Burge

As I sit at my desk, I seriously ponder why a person should or would attend an in-person conference. After all, it is so much cheaper to attend a virtual conference or training event. It certainly is hassle-free; no travel woes, getting up early to catch a flight, checking into a hotel, sleeping in a … Read more

Increase Your Networking at Administrative and Executive Assistant Conferences

January 1, 2023April 30, 2021 by Joan Burge

One thing assistants tell us they like about attending our administrative conference or any of our live training courses is the ability to network with other assistants from various industries and different parts of the world.

Networking at administrative and executive assistant conferences is another way to gain new ideas, tips, share best practices, find mentors, and build life-long relationships.

On the other hand, not every assistant (or person) is comfortable about just walking up to someone they don’t know and starting a conversation. They want to meet new people but don’t know what to say.

There are many benefits of creating connections. Here are some ideas to help you get started and make the most of your experience when attending an administrative conference.

That Amazing Webinar with Administrative Conference Speaker, Leni Miller

July 23, 2020 by Joan Burge

We’ve received email after email and dozens of comments on social media from assistants who attended The Way We Work is Changing, Are You? webinar for administrative professionals with Leni Miller. If you did not have the opportunity to join us in real-time, you can register and receive a link to watch the replay. This … Read more

9 Reasons Why you Need to Attend the Office Dynamics 2020 Conference For Administrative Excellence

December 4, 2019 by Joan Burge

We know administrative and executive assistants have many options today for administrative conferences; many more than existed 10 years ago and even 5 years ago. Here is why you need to attend the Office Dynamics Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence in 2020. You need the most up-to-date information on your career. We all know the … Read more