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21 Tips for Job Hunting - A Comprehensive Strategy

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

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. No, maybe 1 minute.

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Answering Reader Mail: Taking Your Career to the Next Level

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I have heard of EAs working for successful international corporations and earning a very large salary. When you interview for new jobs, do your yearly job performance reviews, network, or whenever appropriate, make it clear you have bigger goals. 5) Look for jobs under different titles with the same skill set.

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The Full Interview - The Person Behind the Professional

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I found every single one of my jobs through a temping agency or by referral. I learned through informational interviews that I should apply to temp agencies. That one unassuming, non-meaty, first temp gig got me my first CEO EA job and eventually my promotion to project manager down the road.