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5 Ways to Include Soft Skills on Your Resume

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Although soft skills won’t replace technical know-how in some positions and industries anytime soon, many hiring managers are eager to find a candidate with technical expertise who can also complete tasks effectively and get along with team members. Why is it important to list soft skills on your resume?

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A Comprehensive Guide to Hiring an Executive Assistant

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Additionally, certifications in project management, administrative support, or relevant software proficiency can be advantageous, showcasing a dedication to ongoing professional growth and mastery of essential skills. However, certifications are not always recognized by all industries.

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Riding that Job Wave

Who's the Real Boss?

They have had the opportunity to work is some fantastic and varied businesses and industries, but the fact that they’ve jumped around seems concerning to you. Be upfront in your cover letter. Now I’ve said it a hundred times before in my blogs, that the cover letter is the opportunity to sell yourself.

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Guest Blogger: David B. Wright, Author

The Office Professionals Place

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. Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Guest Blogger: David B. Wright, Author So Youve Got the Job Interview - Now What?

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Answering Reader Mail: From Lawyer to Executive Assistant?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I like many aspects of my job, but the most important thing for me is working for the right company, in the right industry and with the potential for growth, and my current position offers none of those things. Whether based on your cover letter or resume, recruiters only take 6 seconds to see if you are match. Why be an EA?

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The Path to Chief of Staff Whitepaper

Admin Awards

Anyone who has served as an Executive Assistant knows there are nuances to the role , many of which depend on the executives you support, the industry you’re in, and the company you work for, says Hallie Warner, Chief of Staff to the founder and CEO of Adam Hergenrother Companies. The Path to Chief of Staff Whitepaper. ” LEARN MORE ….

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The Full Interview - The Person Behind the Professional

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

And as I climbed the admin ladder, when I got recruited for a project manager role, the person who referred me was also someone I had met when I was “just a temp” stuffing those thousands of envelopes. Whether based on your cover letter or resume, recruiters only take 6 seconds to see if you are match.