Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

I had always meant to do a post on job searching and so I figured, why not now? AKA – Kiyomi’s 21-Step Job Hunt Strategy 1) Contact everyone you know in a personalized, positive, fun email When I first graduated college and whenever I am seeking new opportunities, I will literally email everyone I know.

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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. Don’t set the bar so high. Mark James said. be Confident.

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On The Job

JULY 9, 2018

Super-secret jobs. This is the job offer that no one else knows about, but this person (or recruiting company) seems to know about it and offers it to you. Be very careful, especially when the job is portrayed as being with the government. When posting your resume online, only include your email address.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Job-hunting tactics that worked even a few years ago may appear passé, while using fresh strategies can help professionals stand out among a large applicant pool. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut during the job hunt,” said Robert Hosking, executive director of OfficeTeam. “If They also can lead to full-time job offers.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 10, 2017

Hello New & Returning Readers, About 2 years ago I wrote an in-depth post about how I job hunt. Have more than one phone number and email address - Besides your personal cell number from your iPhone, get another free number just for job hunting or work. They had asked an outside company to look for an assistant.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

Kearney, who now works as a project manager for Swedish telecommunications company Ericsson in Plano, Texas, says jobs are out there for veterans, but finding them takes a lot of planning and hard work. A lot of companies don''t understand the military language, and they may feel intimidated about hiring vets," he says.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 29, 2017

Let your connections know that you are active and relevant in your industry. Tag people and companies in your status updates. Join ones that are relevant to your industry and personal brand. Contribute to industry forums, show your knowledge, experience and insights and link back to your URL. Join LinkedIn Groups.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Kearney, who now works as a project manager for Swedish telecommunications company Ericsson in Plano, Texas, says jobs are out there for veterans, but finding them takes a lot of planning and hard work. A lot of companies don''t understand the military language, and they may feel intimidated about hiring vets," he says.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Previously, the only way your employer might get a hint that you were looking for another job was when you showed up in a nice outfit suitable for interviewing during your lunch hour instead of your usual scruffy khaki pants and T-shirt. Or, maybe you were careless enough to leave your resume in the office copier.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

Over the last 10 years I have been employed full time in 6 different companies. Is that a lot of jobs for one decade? But I have left a job because it was completely mis-sold (having stuck it out for a year) and another I left because the opportunity to move to Barcelona came along both of which are slightly unusual.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

And, you are well aware that your resume speaks volumes. Perhaps you aren’t job hunting, but have an idea you’d like to pitch to management. Presentation: package yourself like you would your resume: tidy things up and keep it current. You enjoy the challenge of each workday. So how is your packaging in comparison?

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

And, you are well aware that your resume speaks volumes. Perhaps you aren’t job hunting, but have an idea you’d like to pitch to management. Presentation: package yourself like you would your resume: tidy things up and keep it current. You enjoy the challenge of each workday. So how is your packaging in comparison?

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

It's not near as much fun as say, watching to see if Lady Gaga will show up covered in raw eggs and bran cereal, but it's something I feel I need to do for my job. People depend on me to give them job hunting advice that will help them get out of the unemployment ranks. I asked for more details and then sent in my resume."

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 26, 2009

The great thing about the job is I learned what it's like to be on the other side. I loved being a cheerleader for the company and helping people get hired. One of the unexpected surprises was that once my contract ended all the recruiters that I worked with said I did well and offered to help me with my job hunt too!

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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. On several occasions, he would get to the final stages prior to hiring with a company showing great enthusiasm, only to suddenly be dropped from consideration. I say this to save your ass.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 6, 2013

"What is the best career path advice or source for career path advice/strategy to go from EA at a top private equity firm to EA with development potential with a production company?" It’s great you are already an EA from a reputable company. The next step is to jump industries and focus on the creative. What a great question!

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Then, I did what I always did: I picked up the phone and started asking experts on how job seekers could succeed in this tough market. Phil Haynes says it’s these kinds of blunders that can prevent a job seeker from finding a position, but he says a revamped strategy can help bring success. Do your homework. Do walk out the door.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 21, 2012

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. Through volunteering, you can network and keep your pulse on the industry of your choosing. So when they get that job hunting email, it's just a typical update.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

That’s because like many job seekers, you’re probably spending way too much time poring over job boards and sending resumes to cyber black holes that offer you little chance of finding a job. In other words, it’s time to network, still the best way to land a job. “The Be prepared. I think the word is misused.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 16, 2012

Q: You mentioned being headhunted consistently by Fortune 500 companies. A: I do agree doing all those basic employment tests are a drag, but companies still feel it's safe to do it and a good way to weed out candidates. They also take into consideration which C-Level executive you assisted and at which company.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

After only 2 weeks, I found a great company through a staffing agency and the position was full time working for a wonderful CEO. I did very well on my interviews and it's down to me and one other EA who already has a full time job. I am a dynamic, successful EA with 2 long term business relationships spanning 26 years.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

Prior to this role, I supported 4 Executives at a Security company for 8 years and loved it but they relocated the division to another city so that's how I ended up where I am currently. I knew I didn’t want to job hunt for more than 6-9 months if I didn’t have to. It also looks bad on one’s resume. So keep that in mind.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

That means being better prepared for downturns in the economy or your industry, and keeping an active network so that when bad times do hit, you’re ready to get the help you need. Invest time in reading the latest industry news. Your resume should always be able to reflect that you’ve kept up on the latest training and skills.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

You ask a very good question and I'm so glad you are being proactive with your job hunt and career. You'll find that every major movie studio, tv network, or entertainment company usually has their own in-house temping agency. Don't forget to reach out to those companies too! Thanks so much in advance!"

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

On my first day there, as I walk to my desk, a guy appears out of nowhere and introduces himself to say hi and welcome me to the company. Any recruiter who sees your resume will silently wonder the following questions. Whether based on your cover letter or resume, recruiters only take 6 seconds to see if you are match.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

In my industry, this seems like an exception to the rule, although good business sense dictates this is how supervisors and colleagues should be for the best work environment and professional relationships. It's very hard to read the corporate culture of a company unless you're already working there and have been there for awhile.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Aside from what I will write below, you should consider re-reading my post from July 2011 titled The Realities of Job Hunting As a High Level Executive Assistant. Will you constantly review your job and life every 3 months when a new opportunity comes up? You don't want to appear as a job hopper. 3 months is very short.

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