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A Story of Inspiration for all Administrative Professionals

Office Dynamics

We also talk about resumes and a unique tri-fold marketing piece. Thank goodness Gillie had her career portfolio, resume and tri-fold marketing piece done. Recently the company Gillie had been working for was going through a merger and she was no longer going to have a position. Learn business etiquette and protocol.

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25 ways to get noticed on LinkedIn

Practically Perfect PA

Tag people and companies in your status updates. If someone accepts your request, then adhere to polite etiquette and say hello and thanks. Unlike a traditional CV / resume, LinkedIn allows you to inject some personality so why not make the most of this opportunity. Out of sight means out of mind. Join LinkedIn Groups.

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Answering Reader Mail: Being Terminated (Social Etiquette Part 2)

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Hello Readers - 8 months ago, a reader asked me a question about fraternization and social etiquette at work. The lady that disapproved used to work for a very corporate company and happened to be my boss because she was the CEO's assistant. The link is that original post.

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OMG! Could Technology be Ruining your Professional Reputation?

Tips From T. Marie

This article from 2008 states that Nielsen Mobile of the Nielsen Company reported the average mobile user sends 357 text messages to 204 voice calls (incoming or outgoing). The questions arise, when we begin to think about applying traditional etiquette rules to this progressive style of communication. Can we text an RSVP?

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Guest Post: What Makes Virtual Administrative Assistants Work?

Laughing all the Way to Work

Administrative assistants do more than just assist with the day-to-day activities of a company – in fact, for most employers, they’re Person Fridays without whom nothing gets done. Since there is no chance of a face-to-face interview where you can convince people of your abilities, your resume should say it all.

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When working isn't fun: Ho hum, ho hum, it's off to work I go.

Laughing all the Way to Work

Polish up the ol resume It is all right to send your resume out and see what kind of response you get. In this new age of not doing anything more than a quick spell check on documents, make sure you do not have any spelling mistakes in your resume. Job satisfaction is important. They are interested, now what?

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Get A Job With A Thank You Letter

Professional Assistant Blog

Last Name: Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to talk to me about the Position Applied For with XXX Company. Basic membership is free and you can post your resume online for many prospective employers to see. I appreciate your time and consideration in interviewing me for this position.