Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Job-hunting tactics that worked even a few years ago may appear passé, while using fresh strategies can help professionals stand out among a large applicant pool. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut during the job hunt,” said Robert Hosking, executive director of OfficeTeam. “If Assume they’re not interested.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 10, 2017

Hello New & Returning Readers, About 2 years ago I wrote an in-depth post about how I job hunt. Have more than one phone number and email address - Besides your personal cell number from your iPhone, get another free number just for job hunting or work. I will admit they are not conventional, at all.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 25, 2022

Types of Recruitment Automation Software to Choose from Applicant Tracking System : To put it briefly, an ATS provides all-in-one solution for managing job applications, resumes, candidate data, emails, and job postings. Mobile recruitment can't be ignored today by recruiters.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2013

Remember that you can always say during the interview that you will go away and think about their offer and then negotiate over the phone or by email. Interviews admin assistants EA Education and Training Executive Assistant Interview questions Job hunting PA Virtual Assistant'

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

OR if you want to EMAIL me why you would PAY to hire someone like me, I'd love to hear your thoughts. Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life? Also realize that hiring managers are people too.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

While you are at it, do as much automatic or online bill pay as you can - rent, phone bill, etc. Do a great job. Do a great job and learn to negotiate to a better salary or when you job hunt after you've gained a lot of experience. You can just write “Thx!” It usually takes me 3-4 days to answer.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 12, 2012

This could mean monitoring their phone calls, emails and meeting requests. Well on a simply level I think the term refers to managing the boss’ time effectively and controlling how often they are interrupted. To add more complexity to the role really depends on your manager and their requirements.

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On The Job

AUGUST 28, 2009

This is the URL to my "Use Twitter for the job hunt" post: [link] August 30, 2009 10:28 PM Anita said. No more interruptive phone calls, just an employment verification that can be used over and over again, forever. Thanks, Miriam.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 11, 2011

Here are the 10 types of tests I've encountered during my job hunts. Situations related to dress code, how/what to tell customers, phone messages, seniority, office politics, and other typical situations. Another variation of this test is to write a sample email or letter to a client or vendor.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

You may even start to think your current job is not that bad afterall. Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:22 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , bored , interview , job hunting , job satisfaction , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Foley-In-Charge said. Were you reading my last post? :) Great article.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

I would like to email her after they meet to let her know I am interested in the role. To email her expressing my interest and why I would be great in the role? Don’t automatically assume because the package looks good or the job sounds great on paper you will like it. Job hunting and dating are very similar.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

I was so excited to see your email and as I read it, I thought it would eventually end on a high note. However, to shed some light on culture and the business world for any readers who are young, new to EA work, or going through the same thing, I want to address your email in its entirety. I will definitely answer your question.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 13, 2016

Look for a job CONFIDENTIALLY. State that on your resume, in your cover letter, over the phone, and don’t tell anyone at work. And anyone can email me questions and I respond only via this blog, not to your personal address. Explain it in the same manner. Should you stay? If you stay, yes, you are bored and could be laid off.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

I will answer your questions by addressing your entire email and I will answer from two perspectives - 1) I used to and still sometimes work in a recruiting capacity and 2) as a job applicant and EA. Because I knew nothing about the job except my title (EA) and the dept (I think it was in marketing). You can just write “Thx!”

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

I opened the phone book and signed up with every single one in town. 6) Be strategic about your career plan and job hunt. If you’ve been doing the same job every year without any growth or increased responsibility, you really only have 2 years of experience that’s been repeated X amount of years. It was all go, go, go!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

You ask a very good question and I'm so glad you are being proactive with your job hunt and career. Once you find out their email or fax number, they will ask you to submit your cover letter and resume. And realize sometimes there isn't a lot to do but answer the phone and take messages. Thanks so much in advance!"

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