Office Dynamics
JUNE 12, 2018
Several years ago, I found myself in a position at a company that was facing budget cuts. I knew with my experience and overqualifications the interview committee would want to know why I would be willing to take a pay cut and less work responsibilities. Prepare answers for anticipated questions the committee might ask.
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 3, 2012
I had a job a few years back that provided support for twelve Committees who had four meetings a year, which meant I was writing a set of minutes practically every week. If there are things you don’t understand spend 5 minutes with the Committee Chair before the meeting to ask questions you might have. The attendees. The apologies.
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Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 3, 2012
I had a job a few years back that provided support for twelve Committees who had four meetings a year, which meant I was writing a set of minutes practically every week. If there are things you don’t understand spend 5 minutes with the Committee Chair before the meeting to ask questions you might have. The attendees. The apologies.
Office Dynamics
JULY 10, 2018
A performance evaluation is more than a method to measure outcomes for a company though, it’s also an opportunity to discuss professional and personal development opportunities that help each employee grow. I’ve spoken with several assistants that have voiced frustration at the standard process.
Practically Perfect PA
DECEMBER 5, 2011
I worked at the ICAEW for 3 and a half years and in that time was promoted to an Account Manager where I looked after 12 Committees and supervised one administrator. During my most recent interview for an Insurance company, I said: “I’m very organised, I don’t get stressed out easily and can deal with most situations. “In
Eat Your Career
DECEMBER 12, 2012
Sure, it’s important to stand up for yourself and be assertive, but you still have to be respectful and professional and well…nice. It’s only going to hurt the company to keep her around. You’d like to see him leave the company. You’re leading the committee to plan a company party and the group can’t decide on a theme.
Practically Perfect PA
FEBRUARY 1, 2016
Some examples: I’m working on editing internal team communications with someone at Dropbox Austin, planning the site-wide events for 2016 with the Office Team and re-vamping our European All Hands meeting format with a cross-functional committee. Don’t be afraid to be assertive! What would you do if you were not an assistant?
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