Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2009

Gloria just finished a temp assignment and experienced an awful case of sabotaging by a peer admin who is a lot younger than her and has been with the company for a year. She asks for information on dealing with a saboteur. I believe I have written about this in previous blogs on my web site. Well, this is a tough one.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2009

Gloria just finished a temp assignment and experienced an awful case of sabotaging by a peer admin who is a lot younger than her and has been with the company for a year. She asks for information on dealing with a saboteur. I believe I have written about this in previous blogs on my web site. Well, this is a tough one.

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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! Temp, volunteer, apply for PT work and list that as your present role. Call your old contacts, do informational interviews, network twice removed.

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The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2010

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. Temp agencies are useful – look at them as being a trial period for potential employees. Do you think.

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Job Advice Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Companies are hedging their bets by hiring temps instead a steady workforce. Most of them are expressing the negativity that currently exists in the labor market. Since the early ‘80s, the US economy has been taking longer to regain all the jobs lost in a downturn”. It mentions also that 26% of working Americans have “non-standard” jobs.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 10, 2008

Today's blog is in honor of Lois Maxwell, the actress that was best known for her role as Miss Moneypenny. Anne Hathaway- as Andy Sachs in “The Devil Wears Prada” - Who hasn’t been snide to a temp? You can find her on her blog Paid, Professional, Nudge. Call me crazy. It won't be the first nor last time.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 16, 2010

“I came across your blog while surfing the net for information on high-level executive assistants. There wasn't much information out there. I found your blog very helpful. Dear MJ, I’m glad you enjoy my blog. I mention how I worked for all my CEOs because I was recruited away as a temp.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 6, 2013

Most people in the business are obsessed with their chosen field and their knowledge and breadth of information spans knowing more than just current, popular stuff. Here is more information on my other blog posts that might be useful to you. Since you have already worked at a well known company, you are half way there.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 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 Recently, a temp worker at my job gave me another Google tip.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

JANUARY 11, 2023

In January 1986, Bonnie Low-Kramen, who was 27 at the time and temping in Broadway box offices as she tried to carve out a career as an actor, was tipped off to a gig as the public-relations director for the Whole Theatre, a small theater in northern New Jersey. .” There were low times, too.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 24, 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 Thank you so much and I intend to come back to your blog often.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

“I just came across your blog and really enjoy the information you posted! I have tried to research what the next level(s) up is, I can't seem to find any information. Even when a company is downsizing or merging, there’s a lot of opportunity for contract roles or temp gigs to help them thru the transition.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 21, 2012

I started out as a temp and figured I’d pay my dues, network, and hop to another company or department. You understand office politics and are sensitive to making sure no one is either kept out of the loop, offended, or find out information they should not. You are already the social director of your group of friends or sorority. -You

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 17, 2012

“First of all I would like to say thank you for the wealth of incredibly useful and generous advice on your blog! Dear SH, Glad you enjoy my blog! The shortest route is to look for temp work thru agencies or TaskRabbit, Craiglist, or volunteer. Thanks very much!” 1) Do you have the admin skills to be an EA?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 20, 2015

Create an office bible In case you get sick, go on vacation, or get hit by a bus, it’s always good to have an office bible so your temp or co-worker can have info at their fingertips when needed. This office bible should list any detail you can think of from both basic information, like or dislikes, favorite catering places, etc.

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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. The staffing agent asked if I was open to temp to perm, even though the position was for a full time EA, he feels the CEO may need time to see if it is a good fit. I have no idea how long "temp" is considered before they would offer the permanent position.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

You can access more information about coaching with Joan virtually or in person. For more information please contact Jasmine Freeman. (JF). This webinar has been very informative. I obtained my 4-year Bachelor’s degree while temping as an AA and fell in love with my career. Very informative. – Karen.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

First, what you have been up to recently that is exciting, fun or new, why and what sort of job you are looking for, and your contact information and an online link to your resume or a social media profile (more on this later). You can hang out with your friend and informally conduct an informational interview. That’s great too.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 7, 2012

"I recently stumbled across your blog and have thoroughly enjoyed reading your posts! Dear KC, So glad you like my blog and hope I can be of help! Whoever controls the flow of information, controls what happens. Get your boss' personal information now. Names, contact information, relevant data.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 13, 2011

As you are job hunting, think hard about if you want to temp, freelance, do contract work, temp-to-hire, or direct hire roles only and under which circumstance. Instead of saying no to an opportunity or believing you know something, ask for more information and details. Job hunt with focus.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 10, 2012

It occurred to me that even the most basic information isn't common knowledge sometimes. Sometimes companies don’t validate for parking especially if you are doing testing at a temp agency and are there for a few hours. I hope these tips help you! Have a great credit score. You have to wear a different outfit each time.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 6, 2013

Hi there, I just stumbled upon your blog today and am glad that I've done so! I plan on spending some time going through your blog but was wondering if I could get your input. Dear Anonymous, I am so happy you like my blog and wrote in a question. This week’s question also comes from an international/non USA reader!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 12, 2010

I spent the next four months resting, soul-searching, temping here and there and took a 2 week vacation. Some of them might include taking new or refresher courses, doing informational interviews, networking, and volunteering. So I quit my job. It took me the entire four months to unwind and finally feel normal.

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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. 4) Start temping immediately. 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.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 16, 2007

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. Virtual workers can be from a “Temp-Agency&# or a from contracting firms. You want a little more.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 8, 2016

Hi New and Returning Readers, As you know I always wish I was blogging constantly, but it takes a lot of inspiration and something meaningful to impart for me to blog. This is partly because I’ve been writing this blog for so long. I’m also juggling work/life, and I want to be really passionate about what I write and share.

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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! Tell us your story on how you went from temping in LA to being the EA of high-profile CEOs. I found every single one of my jobs through a temping agency or by referral. We really like her.” It’s just that simple.

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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. We have a new reader with a question today! Many thanks!

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On The Job

JULY 10, 2009

I always hear that temp work is a good way to get experience, but wonder if HR ever cares about it. If not, and this is happening on a regular basis, it may be worth working with a career coach to help you find ways to steer clear of misconceptions about temp work when speaking with hiring managers. July 12, 2009 6:55 AM Anita said.

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 1, 2009

On our blog, for example, we write three times a week, regularly, religiously. Natalie The Tiny Soprano´s last blog. Sally B´s last blog. Regards, Kelly Kelly´s last blog. The Chatty DM´s last blog. poch´s last blog. You feel… better after. You feel accomplished.

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