Success

MAY 22, 2024

I remember one instance when I applied for a communications job and the male interviewer asked if I was pregnant or planning to have children soon. Today, I would have admonished the guy and abruptly ended the interview. I didn’t like being on camera or giving live radio interviews. Skip the master’s degree What?

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Allwork

MAY 15, 2023

Upskill: Continuously improve your skills and knowledge by taking online courses, attending workshops, or earning certifications. Practice your interview skills : Prepare for interviews by researching common questions, practicing your answers, and developing a list of questions to ask potential employers.

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Success

JULY 2, 2024

“For creators out there to start to expand and just play with it a little bit, you’ll start to see…the more you play with it, the more confident you become in the fact that it can actually help you.” Let’s say she’s doing a long-form podcast interview. She might make a course out of it.

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Executive Leadership Support Blog

JANUARY 27, 2022

Earlier this year, Team ELS had an opportunity to interview Monique Helstrom, speaker, activator, and un-locker of human potential, on effective communication. I have two online courses. ELS: Can you tell us more about your online course on effective communication? MH: The course is Introduction to Effective Communication.

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Success

APRIL 3, 2023

Resume Builder released a February survey showing that 78% of participants “got an interview after applying for a job using a resume and/or cover letter written by ChatGPT,” and 59% of participants got the job. You won’t make it through the whole interviewing process.” However, not all HR teams are pro-ChatGPT.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Brianne talks about pivoting from being a teacher to being an assistant, launching a business, and being confident in new realms. Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job.

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Job Advice Blog

APRIL 22, 2010

Many of my clients have asked me to help them prep for a phone interview. Of course your body language, smile, and ability to connect with someone on a personal level gives you the upper hand when sitting in the same room. The Call: When you do your phone interview make sure that you are in a quiet place with good phone reception.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 30, 2014

I’ve written four blog posts on interview questions specific to PAs, EAs and Administrative Assistants and they are all extremely popular so I thought I’d add another ten questions that I have been asked at various interviews over the years and my answers. In my next blog I will look at those dreaded scenario based questions.

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Success

JANUARY 9, 2023

Of course, there are some wonderful consultants out there who add value to our businesses—the key word above is totally. In an interview, he was asked how he prepared his team for the next game. You can learn to check impetuosity, overcome fear with confidence and laziness with discipline. Excellence is not a policy decision.

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Success

JULY 28, 2022

There’s no one reason, of course: She has plenty of attractive traits, including brains, humor and astounding cheekbones. For weeks, Kelleher failed to compose a persuasive note requesting an interview. Confidence to spare. Another magnetic person I’ve been lucky to know is the journalist Susan Kelleher. What would you say?

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Whether you’re attending a networking event, heading into a job interview or meeting your new boss for the first time, the initial meeting can be one of the most important interactions you’ll ever have. Of course, this doesn’t mean you have to put on an act and wear your best power suit for every meeting.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

AUGUST 25, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Monique shares her best tips for interviews, gives us a peek inside the administrative recruiting world, and walks us through her advice for resume writing. Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

JUNE 16, 2024

This episode is a recording from a Nova Chat webinar where Maggie flipped the microphone my direction and interviewed me about being an assistant, hosting a podcast, writing a book, and more! Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job.

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Karen Vivarelli

OCTOBER 11, 2020

She was trying to decide whether to join the next round of my VA Course. We chatted about whether the course was the right fit for her because Krystal was already working with clients at this stage and she wanted to make sure she was going to be learning the right skills and tools before signing up. About Krystal. My name is Krystal.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2024

She also shares her favorite interview questions and tips, and talks about the importance of networking. Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job. Visit leaderassistant.com/nova to learn more and secure your spot!

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 6, 2020

In a recent interview, I was asked, “What motivates you to be an Administrative Professional Trainer and Coach”? Joan is best known for her highly-acclaimed Star Achievement Series® course which promotes “Star Performance” among executive assistants and administrative staff. Sunday, March 8.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Chandra prides herself on her ability to lead and inspire confidence in others, and regularly looks for ways to network and grow her personal and professional network. Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job.

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Allwork

JULY 14, 2023

Job seekers should be cautious about the companies they choose to work for or interview with. This could involve taking courses, attending workshops, gaining certifications, volunteering, or seeking out projects at your current job that will help you develop the necessary skills. These are the gaps you need to address.

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Workplace Insight

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

It is now a principle that has become an issue talked about in the mass media, as shown by a CNN interview with one of Europe’s leading proponents of biophilic office design, Oliver Heath. The interview explores how biophilia taps into our embedded love of nature to evoke certain behaviours and emotions.

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Allwork

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

” Scott shared how his research revealed six core “mental muscles” that leaders must develop: confidence, boldness, fortitude, decision-making, goal focus, and positive messaging. Confidence, boldness, and messaging are closely intertwined. I enjoyed the extensive interviewing I did in my first book.

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Success

JULY 13, 2021

Of course, whether your friends live across the street or across the country, building and keeping close relationships takes time and effort—things it seems we have too little of these days. I interviewed 300 people to discover the quality of their relationships and here’s what they had to say. Can you relate?

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

OCTOBER 20, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, I speak with 3 graduates of the Nova Chief of Staff Certification course – Leah Mlitchin Carson, Mallory Zier, and Jess Pigot. The group talks about problems the course helped them solve, the biggest takeaways, and what it was like working with Maggie Olson as they navigated the course.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

AUGUST 6, 2023

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast with Jeremy Burrows, Maggie shares a bit about her experience as a Chief of Staff and walks us through her new course, the Chief of Staff Certification. LEADERSHIP QUOTE People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.

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Success

MARCH 14, 2023

Put them on your mirror to boost your confidence on days you find yourself struggling with negative self-image. It allows you to better communicate your new idea to a group of investors or sell yourself in the interview of your dreams. Improve yourself by taking Ivy League courses. Combat emotional enemies to improve yourself.

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Allwork

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Informational interviews can help you identify the appropriate stepping stone jobs, certifications, or other professional development opportunities necessary to become a more attractive candidate in your target field.” However, this should be carefully considered against the potential debt and further time investment required.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 10, 2017

Of course, sometimes a full diary is unavoidable, but it’s my job to make his life as easy as possible, so I feel like I’ve failed him if he’s having a tiring week! I’m really proud of that, and so grateful that the company had the confidence in me to give me ownership of the project. Hot melty butter.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Selling a digital product, such as a book or an online course is far simpler. You need to actually get out there and hear people, whether through interviews or surveys or combing through product reviews or forums. “It Set up interviews. But you can’t be confident in your choice until you get out there and test your idea.

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Eat Your Career

AUGUST 5, 2024

Of course, in the absence of concrete information, the imagination is happy to fill in the blanks. Might your interview skills need some improvement? But of course, there are plenty of things you simply cannot change. But they loved me in the interview!” Interviewing is a weird game. But it’s discrimination!”

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

There are exceptions to this rule, of course. Of course, as a non-digital native myself, I know that doesn’t mean anything. If you’re not feeling confident in your tech skills, consider taking some classes or even getting a professional certification to boost your credibility. But that’s the standard.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

Communicate with your manager to ensure you both understand the expectations of your position and confidently discuss the future vision for you and your position. Be prepared to ask questions & request justification if negative feedback is given. Learning is always a win-win for an employee & manager and progress is easily tracked.

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Recruit CRM

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

So, to have spent so much money and come so far in the hiring process, if your agency doesn't end up training candidates for job interviews, it'll definitely affect your employer brand. We all know that it is the final interview rounds where all the jitters lie. Read more: 10 practical interviewing tips for recruiters.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 3, 2018

There are numerous free webinars, courses and a variety of professional conferences and seminars. Confidently acknowledge your experience as a valuable asset. Actively learn personally and professionally. Enhance work skills by learning as much as you can about the programs you use, organizational tips and meeting coordination.

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Success

MARCH 15, 2024

Operating sans crystal ball or time machine, we can’t say with certainty, but we have a few ideas we feel pretty confident about. Which self-help guru will future generations talk about the way we talk about Dale Carnegie? Getting to a debt-free place can feel impossible, but it can change your life, and O’Neal wants to help you get there.

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Success

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

While physical health is, of course, important, mental health is just as important and, for me, video games have been one of the best ways I’ve found to relax. The Wait Until 8th movement is all about community,” says founder Brooke Shannon in a 2019 interview with Institute for Family Studies. “We

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Success

MARCH 31, 2023

Sara had a vision for what Spanx could become that very few people shared,” says Gillian Zoe Segal, who interviewed Blakely for her book Getting There: A Book of Mentors , in which she profiles luminaries such as Warren Buffett, Ian Schrager and Anderson Cooper. And I went, ‘Uh-huh, of course.’

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 14, 2013

I knew I could do more and I really wanted to but a lack of confidence in my role prevented me from stepping forward. My confidence crisis came to a head in the most unlikeliest of places – I was applying for a new assistant role. I could set my mind to anything if I just had the confidence to push myself forward.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

JANUARY 16, 2022

In this episode, I share an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant , where I talk about what should motivate us as executive assistants and administrative professionals when it comes to professional growth and development. Online Courses for Assistants at AssistantsGuide.com.

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