Ask a Manager

JULY 3, 2018

If there is a holiday, she purchases gifts for EVERYONE in the building, plus brings trays of food. The other day, she left on her 15-minute break to get food, and when she returned, asked if I would like half of her sandwich. I then left for my break, to purchase coffee and a breakfast sandwich. I wanted my own.”. *

Food 18

Food Purchasing Equipment Office Equipment 18

SnackNation

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Office Administrators take on different tasks every day, but nearly everything OAs do will require an eye for efficiency and an intense attention to detail. Maintains office equipment and troubleshoots when necessary. Runs major office projects, such as renovations, installations, and office design initiatives.

Office Management 48

Office Management Office Lease Problem-Solving Supplies 48

Ask a Manager

JANUARY 16, 2019

My office is pretty flexible about office equipment, so after the first chair, I gave her the catalogue to pick what she needed. If she pushes back, say, “I’m sorry this is upsetting, but I don’t have any flexibility with the budget anymore, and I do need you to stick with the chair I’m purchasing.”. But she ate it.

Flexibility 30

Flexibility Flexibility Salary Food 30