Success

MAY 1, 2023

So, while you don’t have to change who you are, be mindful throughout your job hunt that future employers might be learning more about you through your public accounts, and understand the potential ramifications the posts on those accounts can have on your career.

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Allwork

APRIL 29, 2024

Due to the high volume of applications job seekers will likely have to make, AI can help in adjusting applications to many different jobs and companies in a very efficient way. A recent survey published by Resume Builder included 1,000 respondents who were actively job hunting in the past year. 18% of U.S.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 15, 2013

Here are 10 things to consider as you conduct your job hunt. To conduct a job hunt confidentially, only tell those people you MUST (the recruiters you are interviewing with, etc). Plan ahead how you will juggle job hunting and your current schedule. What's the correct approach? A Hi Allie, Great question!

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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 Network solely when you’re looking for a job.

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Allwork

JULY 26, 2023

The remainder is spent on non-work activities like checking social media, browsing news websites, chatting with colleagues about non-work topics, making personal calls, and even job hunting. Middle managers need to abandon the unfounded belief that employees will slack off when unsupervised.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 28, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Jenna talks about the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) system and how assistants might interact and support executives utilizing EOS, understanding different communication types, delegation as an assistant, and quick tips for those on the job hunt.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 13, 2011

Here are some tips as your career progresses that will affect how you job hunt. The lower-level admin you are the more jobs there are. Those jobs support the President, CEO, CTO, CFO, and Chairman. Your job hunt will take a lot longer. Job hunt with focus. Make a decision.

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JUNE 13, 2011

Lately I've been poking around online trying to see what else is out there for self-branding and job hunting. So brilliant, AOL bought it in a heart beat. Relationships and networking will always be about one on one connections. I'm by no means an expert in social media at all. In a word, brilliant.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 10, 2012

One of the most surprising things for me was to learn that not all companies will give you an expense account or a company credit card. Have money for job hunting and working. Whenever you interview for a job, there’s at least 2-3 interviews if not more. Have enough credit. Sometimes you have to spend money to make money.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 17, 2008

There's enough instability right now in the economy that everyone -- and I mean everyone -- needs to be in active job-hunting mode. That means in addition to ramping up your networking efforts, you need to immediately take steps to clean up your online footprint. I say this to save your ass. and MSN right away.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

We had an incredible webinar event with over 1,300 assistants registered to learn more about why, as an administrative professional, they should consider a career certification. Is it possible to get a list of attendee email addresses to network after the webinar? We have listed each speaker and what the attendees will learn.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 26, 2009

I'd like to think of myself as having a lot of initiative, creating my own luck, and being pretty good at networking. Often, my hard work, optimism, and drive pays off in job leads, but since I'm looking for the RIGHT job, it's been a long journey. Because I've been working for 9 years now, I've grown my network steadily.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 26, 2016

Our network of clients ranges from startups and SME’s, to global tech and media brands. You can learn more about the Office Support division here and you can also check out our sister divisions; HR , PR & Marketing & Broadcast. We also work with a number of high-net worth individuals looking for a private or business PA.

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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. I had always meant to expound on that post about how the internet, social media, and networking online play a very big role for how I conduct my search and also improve my chances of protecting myself.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 28, 2021

Your professional network can be a great resource!) It may help to compare your job description with your administrative procedures binder to highlight how you’re going above and beyond and adding value to your organization. If you aren’t familiar with the levels and pay scales for your job position, the best place to start is HR.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 21, 2009

I have turned down the Fortune 75 companies because the two jobs weren't right for me. Luckily, all my temping experiences have also been amazing so I've actually enjoyed my job hunt and gotten a lot out of it. For some reason, the job hunt doesn't bother me. I've been professionally "homeless" for a while now.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Fortunately the police managed to stop the would be terrorists but it did lead to chaos on the transport network. I see myself working as an Executive Assistant because I do enjoy the job but I hope to have really perfected my skills and am in a position where I can utilise my talents but also still challenge and stretch myself.

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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

AUGUST 21, 2012

Through volunteering, you can network and keep your pulse on the industry of your choosing. And applying for part time work allows you to use the other 20 hours to find a full time job and make the leap when you get an offer. Call your old contacts, do informational interviews, network twice removed.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 6, 2013

Google for the UTA list and sign up for all email lists and job boards for the entertainment industry, network with people you know, send your resume and cover letter snail mail to every company you want to work at to the attn of the recruiting department, and establish an online presence so headhunters find you via LinkedIn and job sites.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

When you interview for new jobs, do your yearly job performance reviews, network, or whenever appropriate, make it clear you have bigger goals. State you’d love to be an EA and learn so much you can be promoted to coordinator, director, manager. When you job hunt keep this in mind. Work on your weaknesses.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

Hosted on a social media platform (typically LinkedIn), it’s a way to attract attention, share your accomplishments and expertise, and create a professional global network. A social portfolio helps you stay in front of current and prospective employers. A digital portfolio is great for situations where face-to-face interactions are difficult.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 26, 2014

For me, and this may or may not be the case with you, I learned I was bored, unhappy, stretched too thin, and I was neglecting myself. How did I learn this? However, after I’m in a role for 2-3 years I’ve learned the ins and outs of my new boss, role, job, dept, and company. I learned I need a vacation ASAP.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life? OR if you want to EMAIL me why you would PAY to hire someone like me, I'd love to hear your thoughts. And what sort of online content you would pay for?

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Allwork

JUNE 20, 2024

Additionally, 31% said they networked within activism circles, 28% deleted online evidence of their activism, and 9% went as far as discontinuing their work in student activism to navigate the job market more successfully.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

I had always meant to do a post on job searching and so I figured, why not now? AKA – Kiyomi’s 21-Step Job Hunt Strategy 1) Contact everyone you know in a personalized, positive, fun email When I first graduated college and whenever I am seeking new opportunities, I will literally email everyone I know. That’s great too.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

This is my first admin job supporting a mid-level executive. I love working in admin, but I have been stuck in this dead end job for more than a few years now without a raise. I also haven’t been growing or learning anything new since Day 1 because my boss won’t give me projects. Happy job hunting and keep me posted!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

If I had more work to do and would be learning along the way, I would stay. I knew I didn’t want to job hunt for more than 6-9 months if I didn’t have to. And as I was working, job hunting and/or temping, I had to find other sources of happiness. So I read a lot about happiness, job hunting, and a meaningful life.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

I do know that the more experienced an EA is the PERCEPTION is they are less hungry, less flexible, less tech savvy, or less open to learning than new EAs who are trying to get their foot in the door, prove their worth, and are new to the EA role. What did they learn? However, this is what I’ve learned. How will they improve?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 16, 2012

Sign up with the major job hunting sites with your resume and profile, join social network sites geared towards work, and meet with every temp agency in town just to be safe. Get as many recommendations on LinkedIn as you can and network with people and help them out. Know how to network and be helpful.

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Allwork

MAY 7, 2025

For example, job titles like AI engineer, systems engineer, and datacenter technician have seen a spike in hiring among recent bachelor’s graduates, as companies invest in emerging technologies and automation. One grad transitioned from a sales job to a machine learning role, ultimately landing a position as an AI engineer.

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Success

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Networking events can conjure images of stale conference rooms, mediocre hors doeuvres and awkward small talk under fluorescent lights. Nowadays, networking get-togethers foster diverse forms of collaboration, learning and growth without the drudgery. What Is A Networking Event? And how can you get the most out of them?

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Success

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Sadie Funk is the national director of The Best Place for Working Parents , with 1,400 businesses in its national network. Opportunities for growth and advancement, such as attainable opportunities for raises, promotions and skills training programs that allow them to learn new skills. We know that 1.3

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

You 'll learn my most cringe worthy moment, tips, and a little about me as a person. I learned through informational interviews that I should apply to temp agencies. I mentioned my gig was over and I learned a lot and enjoyed my assignment and hoped to have the chance to return again. We are super excited to have you!

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Success

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Networking is essential for professional growth, career advancement and long-term success. In fact, according to a 2022 LinkedIn survey, 85% of all jobs are filled through networking. So whether you’re job hunting or building industry connections, networking can unlock countless opportunities.

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