Beyond the Desk: Admin Advocates

Welcome back to Beyond the Desk Admin Advocates! In this episode, Melissa Mahoney, CEO of the International Association of Administrative Professionals, and Rachel Suman, CXO of IAAP, dive into the vital topic of admin-executive partnerships. Transitioning from theory to actionable advice, they identify and break down the top barriers to successful partnerships. Drawing from their personal experie...

Welcome back to Beyond the Desk Admin Advocates! In this episode, Melissa Mahoney, CEO of IAAP, and Rachel Suman, CXO of IAAP, delve deep into two crucial leadership skills that can transform your professional journey. Melissa and Rachel explore the intertwined topics of feedback and self-awareness. These elements are not just leadership competencies; they are the foundations of personal and profe...

Welcome back! In this episode, Melissa and Rachel tackle IAAP's diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging philosophy, a topic they previously introduced and are now ready to explore in greater depth. You'll hear a thorough discussion on the language and definitions used at IAAP, alongside personal insights from Melissa and Rachel on why inclusion is a top priority for them. The episode...

In this episode of "Beyond the Desk Admin Advocates," Melissa Mahoney and Rachel Suman from the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) tackle the pressing issue of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on administrative roles. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into the workplace, Melissa and Rachel explore whether it poses a threat to admin jobs or off...

Welcome to Beyond the Desk Admin Advocates, your go-to podcast for navigating the complexities of the administrative world and beyond. I'm Melissa Mahoney, CEO of the International Association of Administrative Professionals, joined by Rachel Suman, CXO of IAAP. In this episode, we embark on a transformative journey into the realm of binary thinking and its profound impact on our lives. Join...

Join Melissa Mahoney, CEO, and Rachel Suman, CXO of IAAP, as they launch "Beyond the Desk Admin Advocates," a podcast dedicated to delving into the world of administrative professionals. In this debut episode, Melissa and Rachel set the stage for what's to come by sharing their vision and intentions for the podcast. From embracing authenticity to prioritizing inclusivity, they'...