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AUGUST 16, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection Do You Have That Spark in Your Eyes? Like an actor’s role, the interviewee’s role can be learned too with the proper guidance. I practice this every day.

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AUGUST 29, 2010

Next, I Googled the company name–and searched on other search engines as well–to try to learn something about the proposal/agreement signer with the title of managing director. The firm listed offices in various cities nationwide, so I attempted to research the company a bit further. My research led me to a résumé-writing service.

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MARCH 21, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection While in Transition, Are You Keeping Pace with Technology? Many recruiters and hiring managers take advantage of them, and so should you.

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AUGUST 25, 2010

Approach a career coach at a networking meeting to learn what he or she can do for you. In addition, job seekers who attend such meetings exchange information with each other, and there often is support by career coaches and counselors. You’ll probably get answers to questions you didn’t even know to ask!

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Job Advice Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

This exercise will allow you to learn more about yourself and promote increased self awareness. You will learn about key players and emerging trends. An online presence (with positive information about you) is a great way to get exposure while allowing someone to learn a little bit about you before they meet with you in person.

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JULY 13, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection So, How about a Career Coach? Learn what your total expense will be, and find out what to expect once the coaching is done.

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OCTOBER 13, 2010

Duh.”) Answer with what you learned while you were there, and remember not to disparage any previous employers. Resist rolling your eyes if they go through your entire resume this way or if you’re asked a Barbara Walters question: “If you were a tree, what type of tree would you be?” That’s why I left.

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Job Advice Blog

MAY 31, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection The Interview Is about Understanding the Psychology of the Interviewer On May 31, 2010, In Interview Skills by Alex Freund , By Alex Freund 0 We may not recognize or admit it, (..)

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2010

While we heard news the 4th quarter of 2009 that the recession was over, people are still being let go from their position. You've got to get a great resume in order that sells you and your expertise. The approach to resume writing and interviewing has changed. Know about them and bring what you learned up in the interview.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2010

While we heard news the 4th quarter of 2009 that the recession was over, people are still being let go from their position. You've got to get a great resume in order that sells you and your expertise. The approach to resume writing and interviewing has changed. Know about them and bring what you learned up in the interview.

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Make or Break Moments

JULY 19, 2010

Each had a resume, test scores of the tests they’d volunteered to take to show their abilities and each provided a cover letter and their hourly rate. I thought I would prefer someone from the United States and Canada but I soon learned that they were the highest cost and not all had experience.

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The Office Professionals Place

AUGUST 13, 2009

Thursday, August 13, 2009 Self Defense for Admins We are soldiers for the office. Take a course, if you already know the basics, go to the next tier and learn at the intermediate and expert levels. Enhance your resume and get the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification or Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS).

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 30 March, 2009 When working isnt fun: Ho hum, ho hum, its off to work I go. Polish up the ol resume It is all right to send your resume out and see what kind of response you get. If you have typos in your resume, what does that say about your attention to detail and pride in your work?

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 28, 2008

After speaking with you and the group, I believe that I would be a perfect candidate for this position, offering the quick learning and adaptability that is needed for a diversified position. Basic membership is free and you can post your resume online for many prospective employers to see.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 2, 2012

I looked at a typical month during the high of the recession, which was April of 2009, and 4 million people found jobs that month and there were 3 million vacancies that didn’t even get filled that month. And, the corollary to that is that, in the worst of times, there are always millions of people that find jobs.

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JANUARY 1, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 1 January, 2009 Happy New Year! As we head into the New Year it will be easy to forget and put 2008 instead of 2009. All the best in 2009. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne. Lets enjoy our day together.© 23, 1 p.m. (New

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Guest Blogger: David B. Youve sent out dozens, or maybe even hundreds, of resumes and cover letters. Youve posted your resume on all the top job boards plus the various industry-focused and niche job sites related to your type of work. Lets grow together!

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FEBRUARY 24, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 24 February, 2009 Guest Post: What Makes Virtual Administrative Assistants Work? Make sure your resume is up to scratch: Your resume should list your skills, your experience in working as a virtual assistant, and any other capabilities that you think potential employers are looking for.

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The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2007

Executive Coach Training Said on January 27th, 2009 at 12:28 pm Creating a work-life balance can be difficult. Joel Said on April 10th, 2009 at 7:16 pm I need to keep this in mind… sometimes I’m a complete workaholic! rob Said on July 3rd, 2009 at 9:29 am Good tips to work life balance and small business.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 19, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 January, 2009 10 Things = Frustration When one team member doesn’t want to play. January 19, 2009 Patricia Robb said. January 19, 2009 Chelsea McNabb said. so handy, but yet so dangerous! :) January 20, 2009 Patricia Robb said. January 20, 2009 Foley-In-Charge said.

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APRIL 27, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 27 April, 2009 New Hire Overload I remember starting a new job at a law firm and on my first day I was handed a 3-inch white binder and told to read it. Be kind to your new hires and available to answer their questions and help them learn the ropes. Patty Buckner April 28, 2009 Anonymoussaid.

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JANUARY 13, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 13 January, 2009 Is it that time of the year already? All you need is to put some time aside and close your door, or put some earphones on, and plug into your computer and learn. I have had great experiences learning online in interactive courses. January 13, 2009 Anonymoussaid.

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JULY 20, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 July, 2009 I look like that!! Helene Sinclair July 21, 2009 Anonymoussaid. July 21, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Thanks, Patricia July 21, 2009 Danielle McGawsaid. July 23, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Lets enjoy our day together.© I cant believe I look and act like that.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 14 February, 2009 Just a secretary. I am sure I could have done well as I have learned nearly everything there is to know about getting someone from point A to point B. February 18, 2009 Zelma De Souzasaid. Zelma De Souza Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates February 25, 2009 Patricia Robb said.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 21 February, 2009 Thats not my job! February 22, 2009 Patricia Robb said. February 22, 2009 Patricia Robb said. February 22, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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APRIL 8, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 8 April, 2009 April 22nd - Administrative Professionals Day It often amazes me that a day is set aside for our profession. April 09, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Patricia April 10, 2009 Foley-In-Charge said. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 22 February, 2009 Protocol for addressing Canadian and foreign dignitaries A reader asked if I would post on the proper protocol to address Canadian dignitaries such as the Prime Minister or other Ministers in the government. February 23, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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Eat Your Career

MARCH 8, 2015

And at some point, just learning to trust that wherever it is, you’ll land on your feet. I started this business in 2009 and truly loved every minute of it for the first two years. Surprise, surprise—the ideal position came from an early morning resume submission through Indeed.com. Things change and thank God they do.

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Eat Your Career

MARCH 8, 2015

And at some point, just learning to trust that wherever it is, you’ll land on your feet. I started this business in 2009 and truly loved every minute of it for the first two years. Surprise, surprise—the ideal position came from an early morning resume submission through Indeed.com. Things change and thank God they do.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 26, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 26 July, 2009 Frustration Busters! She wanted me to show her other tips and thought I really should do a lunch and learn on these shortcuts. July 30, 2009 Anonymoussaid. 0188 = ¼ 0189 = ½ 0190 = ¾ I learned this trick some time ago but I do not think it is widely known.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

Wednesday, November 25, 2009 What Are You Thankful For? So you can’t attend every workshop or seminar, surf the internet, there are many FREE programs available online at sites like HP Learning Center and Microsoft. Lets grow together! The other alternative to the internet is - pick up a book!

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DECEMBER 28, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 28 December, 2009 Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her boss My assistant sent me a link to a story about an Executive Assistant in British Columbia, Canada, who gave the gift of life by donating a kidney to her boss. December 29, 2009 Helene Sinclairsaid. 23, 1 p.m. (New

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 September, 2009 Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles I recently arrived in Atlanta, Georgia to attend OfficeArrow s Lift Summit on Social Media. Click on that and you will find a wealth of templates from a resume, cover letter, minutes, agenda and many others. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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FEBRUARY 19, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 19 February, 2009 Welcome to Canada, Mr. President. February 22, 2009 Patricia Robb said. link] February 22, 2009 busymomof4said. February 24, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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JULY 29, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 July, 2009 Monty Python Officeland One of my former bosses said working with me was like being in a Monty Python movie. July 30, 2009 Patricia Robb said. July 31, 2009 Hélène Sinclairsaid. ▼ 2009 (58) ► December (5) Office Confidential: Just for fun to start your Ne.

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JANUARY 3, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 3 January, 2009 P.S. I Love You Is the P.S. passé? If you want your thoughts to be read, they really need to go into the body of the e-mail January 03, 2009 Patriciasaid. January 03, 2009 Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 7 September, 2009 We live in an Acronym Happy World. Depending on how acronym happy your office is, it can be like learning a new language. I suppose we better get used to it as it seems to be a trend and start to learn the language of acronyms and initialisms. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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