Scary Good Admin Inspiration: Halloween Edition

As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to blend a little seasonal fun into your professional world. While the rest of the office plans costumes and candy bowls, admin professionals can use this time to reflect on how to turn everyday challenges into opportunities with a creative twist. Whether you're managing a packed calendar, coordinating events, or keeping the office running smoothly, here’s how to draw inspiration from Halloween while staying focused, productive, and motivated.

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My Journey Toward a Medical Administrative Assistant Certification

The healthcare industry has always fascinated me—not just the doctors and nurses but also the people working behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. Right now, as I study for my Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA) certification through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), I find myself reflecting on this journey, the challenges, and the exciting opportunities ahead.

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I Came, I Saw… I Forgot: Living with Chemo Brain and Laughing Anyway

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to honor survivors, support those in treatment, remember loved ones we've lost, and raise awareness about the many layers of this journey. But beyond the pink ribbons and powerful stories of survival, there are also lesser-known side effects that deserve the spotlight. One of them? Chemo brain.

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Leveling Up My HR Game!

Committing to the aPHR exam isn’t just a career milestone—it’s my path to greater confidence, deeper knowledge, and the future I’m creating in HR support.

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Deliberate Study Meets AI Innovation

With my aPHR exam on the horizon, I embraced a thoughtful and targeted approach to preparation—focusing on areas where growth would have the greatest impact. Instead of simply moving through content, I’ve leveraged structure, intention, and AI-driven support to elevate both retention and application.

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Stay Motivated Despite Obstacles 

September has that “fresh start” vibe — summer’s winding down, school’s back in session, and it feels like the perfect time to refocus and finish the year strong. It’s a great moment to check in with your goals and find that spark again.

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The Way Autumn Should Feel

As the leaves begin to fall and the morning air turns crisp, a symphony of seasonal aromas wafts through the air, filling the shops with the scents of candles and potpourri. This is my favorite time of year.

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Positive Affirmations

Reading inspirational quotes, movies, biographies, self-help books on various topics, and spiritual readings are just some ways I gain new perspectives, reflect, get back or stay in a positive mindset.

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Professional Assessment

Have you ever done a professional/personal assessment? I did one recently, and it read me like a book. I appreciated reading it from the perspective of someone seeing me in my professional element. It also helped me to identify areas in need of improvement. It provided me with the benefit of seeking out opportunities to strengthen those skills. (Note: The link I provided is not the test I took but figured I would share where you can start your research for completing one.)

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Life Learner

Do you consider yourself a Life Learner? I have always claimed to be. Whether it's choosing one of the many books on my bookshelf, seeking an online course, joining groups with shared interests, the learning opportunities are never-ending.  

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Write It Out!

I recently started journaling again. I once devoted time in my days to write. I found it therapeutic and reflective. I wondered to myself why I let it fall off. Over the last week, I've done a journal entry each day. I found it helpful in tuning into what I am feeling. It helps me to address those matters that often on my mind. I used my journal to set my S.M.A.R.T. goals for my personal and professional life.

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Self-Care

The topic of self-care has come up so many times recently. I have come across articles and blogs. I have read the topic in books. Self-care has come up in conversations. Although I have been mindful of self-care, I realized that I do not practice it enough. So, I started a list to add to my self-care practices. Some of those include:

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