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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
AUGUST 22, 2020
I f you’ve been a long time reader of my blog, you know that I believe personal and professional development are closely related. I wanted to share my tips on what works for me in times of stress, but I made it a clickbait-y title so it would seem more timely. Interestingly, the last year or two is the calmest I've ever been.
On The Job
OCTOBER 21, 2009
Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt I hear from a lot of people who are out of work. Mark James said. Read Think Confident. be Confident.
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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
OCTOBER 29, 2010
How do I get a recommendation letter from my boss for a new job hunt without raising suspicion or improve my situation without my boss’ help? One of the best ways to get a raise is to try to ask for more responsibility and increase your skills and talents much like you did. Happy job hunting and keep me posted!
Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 18, 2013
Following on from Monday’s blog here are another five interview question and answers specifically for assistants. A lot of assistants work with just their manager so it is important to stress that you consider this to be a partnership and in effect you are working together as a team. How do you work within a team?
Practically Perfect PA
DECEMBER 5, 2011
I decided to leave my previous employee in June 2010 but was job hunting for 6 months and when I did get the role I am in currently I had to complete a detailed application form, attend three interviews and sit two psychometric tests (for language and numerical skills). However, this just isn’t the case anymore.
Job Advice Blog
AUGUST 2, 2010
But because people need a job, they’ll continue to force it – and with a lot of hard work, sweat, and stress – it can be made to fit, but never very well and never for very long. Every person is unique, and every company and job is unique. Job hunting isn’t that different from dating.
On The Job
JANUARY 27, 2011
Blogs such as The Cynical Girl (by Laurie Ruettimann) have generated some entertaining -- and informative -- discussions about what older applicants should wear to an interview. Older workers should embrace learning new skills and seek training on new technology. Eat well. Learn new things.
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