Practically Perfect PA

MAY 29, 2017

Write your own blog and put the link in your profile. Will this inform, educate, inspire or motivate? Tag on media at the bottom of your summary profile (videos, pdf, blogs, etc.) Unlike a traditional CV / resume, LinkedIn allows you to inject some personality so why not make the most of this opportunity.

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Job Advice Blog

AUGUST 2, 2010

Every person is unique, and every company and job is unique. Job hunting isn’t that different from dating. She’s seen over 600,000 resumes and knows how hiring authorities think and how they hire. Sign up for her free newsletter and receive a comprehensive resume report in return!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 21, 2012

Thank you so much for taking up this blog. Dear LM, I am so happy you like my blog! I've been blogging for about 4 years now so that's a lot of material! So, it's best to search for temporary, short-term admin work via temping, volunteering, applying for part time work so you have something to put on your resume.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

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 Job satisfaction is important. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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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. I also learned some disturbing information during my research : Most people only check out what's online about them several times a year. People will typically Google what is on the resume.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, November 17, 2009 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job market While I knew there was a good chance the unemployment rate would go up, when I heard the latest figures were 10.2

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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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On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, December 28, 2009 10 gifts to give your career As the gift-giving season draws to a close, it’s time to remember that you still have one more gift left to bestow: The gift of a better career.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Thursday, September 17, 2009 What to Do When Youve Run Off Into a Career Ditch If I could leave you with one thought today, it would be this: You are a work in progress.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

I'm so glad I found your blog. Very informative and I spent hours reading your former posts. For any new readers, I will answer your entire email line by line and explain general information which may or may not apply to you, and give you some things to ponder. It also looks bad on one’s resume. Many thanks!

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On The Job

OCTOBER 28, 2009

The problem is that “this exposes managers to information they might not normally have,” Atkins says. Employers aren’t supposed to know about an employee’s sex, religion or politics, but the employee forgets about the boss now having access to the information (through social networking),” Atkins says. Thanks, Karen.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

“I love your blog and really appreciate your insights and advice. Thanks again for all your informative blogs!!! Your termination is more “in the past” than being the focal point of your resume because your first job description will be the temping stuff. I’m sure they have received a lot of resumes.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Welcome back to my blog! As you know I only blog when I feel inspired and hopefully feel that I have some wisdom or tips to impart. Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 13, 2016

I came across your blog and found it so informative and interesting. I landed my dream job a year ago, I absolutely loved it and had plans to stay for the very long-term. Dear BL, I am so happy you found my blog! I am happy to hear you find it informative and interesting. Congrats on the dream job!

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, February 10, 2010 5 Ways to Avoid Freaking Out About Networking Hear that? In other words, it’s time to network, still the best way to land a job. “I That growling noise?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

For any readers of my blog and my column , you’ll know I hail from Japan and also consider myself an Angeleno! I learned through informational interviews that I should apply to temp agencies. Any recruiter who sees your resume will silently wonder the following questions. 6) Be strategic about your career plan and job hunt.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, December 1, 2009 Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y? However, his contact information is in the link if you want to follow up with him.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

The second one now puts you in the role of the company ambassador organizing an informal event as if it were company approved/sponsored. Now to answer your question on how you should address your termination while you job hunt. 5) Practice interviewing and answering any questions related to your last job and the departure.

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