Contributions of secretarial practitioners to the development of an organization

Abstract

Contributions of Secretarial Practitioners to the development of an organization cannot be underestimated. The services of Secretarial Practitioners are core to the survival and growth of any organization. This paper identifies the administrative functions of Secretaries in today's office, examines their contributions to the development of an organization which requires a large amount of initiative, tact, resourcefulness etc. It highlights the attributes of a good Secretary, enumerates and explains the various modern technologies needed to succeed. Challenges confronting Secretarial Practitioners and responsibilities of employers in recruiting the right caliber of Secretaries, that will contribute to the success of an organization were enumerated. It concludes that those who lack the required abilities, drive and skill would become liabilities to the organization.