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Overqualified and Interviewing

Office Dynamics

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. Ask questions during the interview.

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How to Stay Motivated While Job Hunting During the Holidays This Year

Success

A lot of the people who feel disheartened right now don’t realize that companies have budgets they haven’t spent yet. On your résumé and during interviews, highlight transferable skills that will help you add value to an employer with potentially changing business objectives. Employers are looking for candidates who are adaptable.

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Experts Weigh in on 17 Investments for a Rich Life

Success

We’ve all heard the tip: Hire an assistant. Buy as many URLs around your name as your budget allows so that competitors can’t get near you. Caroline Ceniza-Levine, a co-founder of career coaching firm SixFigureStart, has these tips: “Budget money to update your attire, briefcase, stationery and office supplies.”. “If

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Simplify Daily Tasks with Technology

Office Dynamics

One of my favorite aspects of attending a professional development conference is the opportunity to connect with other administrative professionals to share processes, tips, best practices and learn how they simplify daily tasks with technology. Teams can prioritize tasks while sharing files and viewing the entire team’s progress.

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Ep 222: Chynna Clayton – Former Special Assistant to Michelle Obama

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

Chynna also shares tips on navigating high pressure situations, managing stress and burnout, prioritizing self-care, and more! HELP ME, HELP YOU (MAKE THE PODCAST BETTER) Do you have questions you’d like me to answer, guests you think I should interview, or suggested topics you’d like me to address on the show?

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Ep 216: Claudette Clayton on Calendar and Email Management, Delegating, and Evolving as the Assistant Role Evolves

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

In this episode, Claudette talks about her journey as an assistant, tips for calendar management, delegating, evolving as the job evolves, email management, and dealing with difficult executives. Claudette Clayton has over 25 years of experience as an executive assistant, has a dog named Thor, and loves the Lord of the Rings.

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7 Ways to Position Yourself as an Admin Leader

Eat Your Career

So, back in 2006, I started a blog for admins called The Executive Assistant’s Toolbox, where I shared tips and tricks for success in the field. I was being interviewed by major news publications! While some of the larger events tend to rely on professional speakers and trainers, the smaller ones just don’t have the budget.