Most of the people in your office do a good job, and many of them excel. To really stand out, you need to be known for something beyond your job description. Think of the most successful admin or assistant you know–someone you emulate or who is doing what you’d like to do. What characteristics put her or him above the crowd?

It’s probably not that she or he excels at travel planning or produces great-looking documents or understands the ins and outs of corporate reporting. What sets that person apart is most likely something about how they think. You can cultivate thought processes that help you stand out, too. How about this, for example? Become known for creative ideas that offer solutions, improvement, or innovation. Train your brain to think out of the box. Here’s how:

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