Laughing all the Way to Work
MARCH 15, 2016
Most Executive Assistants work for the CEOs, Presidents and Vice Presidents of the company and what better place to be to initiate change. It was probably the best model I have ever seen in all my career, but it came about by having the support of senior management. Some of the best ideas I received were actually from my boss.
Laughing all the Way to Work
JULY 23, 2008
Here are some things that I have often wondered about, but was always afraid to ask: Is there a budget for education for the administrative staff? If you don’t have this as a benefit, would your company pay for you to further your education so you can be a better assistant? What about the assistant?
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Laughing all the Way to Work
JUNE 4, 2008
Having a polished letter was considered a reflection of the company and they wanted it to shine. I think with the education system not taking spelling as seriously as it used to and with the use of Spell Check, we are just not noticing anymore or taking the time to look it over carefully. Poor spelling and grammar would never do.
Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 13, 2008
For example: Secretarial experience in offices including [names of different companies you worked for]. EDUCATION: [If your education is 20 years ago and only includes high school, I would recommend putting it after your Work Experience or not putting it at all, your work experience becomes more relevant if your education is too old.]
Laughing all the Way to Work
FEBRUARY 18, 2008
How loyal are you to your company? If someone offered you a higher-paying job would you take it without a second look back or would you hesitate because you really like the company you work for and feel loyal to your boss? The success or failure of the company can depend on their loyalty to the cause.
Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 19, 2012
We both went our separate ways: I moved out west with my young daughter and started working for an oil company and she got married, started a family and continued to work at the law enforcement agency we had both worked for. I worked with one of my friends over 30 years ago. A few years later we reconnected and now we are the best of friends.
Laughing all the Way to Work
MAY 26, 2008
Many professional associations have monthly dinner meetings with educational speakers. I rarely put education or work experience over 10 years old as anything before that is probably not relevant. Being a member is not only a great place for networking, but for mentoring and learning of jobs in your area. First impressions count.
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