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Preparing for the Phone Interview

Job Advice Blog

Many of my clients have asked me to help them prep for a phone interview. What do you do on the phone? Despite the limitations associated with a phone screen you can still make a powerful impression – powerful enough to get the real deal – an invite to the office. This is probably going to be your home and cell phone.

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Call off the cheerleaders!

Practically Perfect PA

They read a blog you’ve written. They receive a copy of your CV and read the covering letter. Sometimes they’ll pick up clues via auditory channels : They speak to you on the phone. The receive your LinkedIn updates. They read your Twitter profile. They monitor your Tweets. They browse your Facebook updates.

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Riding that Job Wave

Who's the Real Boss?

Listing the reason why you left an employer is really important, especially if you want to make it to at least to a phone screening. 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

The Office Professionals Place by Elite Office Concepts The purpose of this blog is to educate, enlighten, motivate, inspire, and strengthen office professionals to grow in their professional development. Youve sent out dozens, or maybe even hundreds, of resumes and cover letters. Lets grow together!

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Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles

Laughing all the Way to Work

Laughing All the Way to Work: A Survival Blog for Todays Administrative Assistant We all have to work, but who says we cant enjoy it too! My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Thank you so much and I intend to come back to your blog often.

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Small Business Start-Up Idea – C.V. Writing Service | THE SMALL.

The Small Business Blog

Business Telephone Systems & Phone Lines For Your Business techdepot.co.uk Other Great Business Blogs Social Media for Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Martin Everard Benefits Of Building A Home Business Is There More Financial Hardship To Come? One I would add would be to blog as we. You want a little more. Do you think.

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Answering Reader Mail: What Do Employers Look for in High-Level EA Candidates?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

“I came across your blog while surfing the net for information on high-level executive assistants. I found your blog very helpful. Dear MJ, I’m glad you enjoy my blog. I also always bring many copies of my resume, cover letter, and recommendations. There wasn't much information out there.

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