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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2017

And Google has become the new resume. The real challenge in today’s society is simply getting the attention of the people that can buy from you, hire you, promote you and/or recommend you. You should be able to answer these 2 questions: A company would hire you (or promote you) over another event professional because?

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Success

AUGUST 17, 2022

For many, though, having a side gig bolsters their resume rather than detracting from it. Another example: You are a marketing leader for a national company and you just sold a book on the side. We’re breaking society’s rules about how employment is supposed to work here—not your company’s actual rules. Brand awareness is key.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 29, 2017

Tag people and companies in your status updates. Don’t self-promote too much. Check updates from your network as you may spot opportunities which may be perfect for you or other connections. Unlike a traditional CV / resume, LinkedIn allows you to inject some personality so why not make the most of this opportunity.

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Recruit CRM

OCTOBER 7, 2020

A social networking site that primarily focuses on professional networking and career development, you can extensively use this platform to find a perfect job or internship. Resumes with dozens of different formats or profiles of the candidates in the same manner? Populate your company name. What would you prefer?

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Recruit CRM

OCTOBER 7, 2020

A social networking site that primarily focuses on professional networking and career development, you can extensively use this platform to find a perfect job or internship. Resumes with dozens of different formats or profiles of the candidates in the same manner? Populate your company name. What would you prefer?

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Eco-Office Gals

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

And, according to an article that was featured in Business News Daily last spring, approximately 72 percent of people who are in search of employment would prefer to work for a company that is eco-friendly. You never know who they are connected to and would be willing to introduce you to as a direct result of being in their network.

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Allwork

JULY 14, 2022

His TED Talks “3 Ways to (Usefully) Lose Control of Your Brand” and most recently “4 Ways to Build a Human Company in the Age of Machines” have been viewed more than 2.5 Three Ways to usefully lose control of your brand and most recently, four Ways to build a human company in the age of machines. Jo Meunier.

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Page Personnel

AUGUST 7, 2017

If you are keen to progress in your current company, be alert and connected to any potential internal job openings before they are advertised publically. Speak to the relevant managers, including your direct boss, about your interest in advancing your career with the company to ensure the right people know about your ambitions.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Hundreds of college students are buying dress clothes, running off resumes as Kinkos and removing nose rings and covering tattoos. Internships have become one of the key ways that companies make permanent hires, so competition for them has intensified. Abbott Laboratories is looking for employees who can grow with the company.

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On The Job

APRIL 19, 2011

Everyone blames everyone else, and little work gets done because there's too much bickering over who left the break room a mess or who didn't get a promotion. You hear about company news third hand, your boss has taken to hiding behind closed doors and no new projects are scheduled. Dust off that resume.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 31, 2014

Whether they are looking to fill a new role, or make decisions about annual raises and promotions, employers find it difficult to pinpoint the candidates with the right knowledge, motivations and skills to excel. You gain reputational prowess within your company. You think more creatively and strategically.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

I would like to get better assignments, promoted, or get a raise before a few more years go by. While you have a job, recruiters are much happier to steal you away to their company instead. I can not stress volunteering enough to spruce up your resume for when are you ready to leave your current company.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 30, 2007

Be honest: The last time you went to a job fair, did you do more than fill out a couple of applications or toss your resume at a recruiter? Did you use the event as a chance to network with everyone, or stand alone and drink free coffee? What does the company do? The candidate who can move beyond, “What does your company do?”

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Eat Your Career

MARCH 8, 2015

I was promoted from corporate trainer to program lead in three months. Again, I took my own advice and activated my professional network. Surprise, surprise—the ideal position came from an early morning resume submission through Indeed.com. My role was to design and deliver training courses for internal staff at my new company.

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Eat Your Career

MARCH 8, 2015

I was promoted from corporate trainer to program lead in three months. Again, I took my own advice and activated my professional network. Surprise, surprise—the ideal position came from an early morning resume submission through Indeed.com. My role was to design and deliver training courses for internal staff at my new company.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

I heard about the job when they promoted it on Twitter," she says. "I I asked for more details and then sent in my resume." Mike Maul , Wordsworth's president, says the company decided to post the job on Twitter after being dissatisfied with the response when the job was advertised via traditional methods.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 10, 2017

I had always meant to expound on that post about how the internet, social media, and networking online play a very big role for how I conduct my search and also improve my chances of protecting myself. Google voice, Sideline, and other companies offer local phone numbers for free. That company looked online and found me.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 5, 2012

Milkman says that minorities and women seeking jobs or perhaps a promotion or big project need to make sure that decision-makers understand their qualifications, they play up their references, and “you leave as little question to your abilities as possible.” Any distance for a minority is bad,” Milkman says.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 17, 2008

That means in addition to ramping up your networking efforts, you need to immediately take steps to clean up your online footprint. And that, my friends, could be disastrous at a time like this when we should all be actively promoting ourselves in the marketplace. 1) We changed everything (resume, cover letters, online profiles, etc.)

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, February 10, 2010 5 Ways to Avoid Freaking Out About Networking Hear that? In other words, it’s time to network, still the best way to land a job. That growling noise?

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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. Call your old contacts, do informational interviews, network twice removed.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 24, 2008

How many of us have kicked ourselves for not being better networkers so that when the layoffs came, we didn't have many places to turn for help? How many of us have regretted that we didn't promote our skills and abilities better so that when bonuses were scarce, we didn't garner one for ourselves? Get a second opinion. Help someone.

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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). I actively grow my LinkedIn network every week, if not every day. When I got home I looked up the company.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 15, 2013

When you look for a job, also tell people you are looking confidentially because you are still employed so they can't call your current company. Realize it may take more than 2-5 interviews to get the job with one company alone. This will give your boss and company peace of mind that you won't leave them high and dry.

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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. While it seems extremely unfair and almost illegal, companies do take age into account when hiring or letting employees go. I recently found myself out of work and started my search.

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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. If the company won’t fund your efforts, look for free webinars or podcasts online that provide experts to expand your knowledge. Stay current. I love #10.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 17, 2012

I like many aspects of my job, but the most important thing for me is working for the right company, in the right industry and with the potential for growth, and my current position offers none of those things. Any recruiter who sees your resume and finds out you used to be a lawyer will silently wonder the following questions.

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On The Job

AUGUST 5, 2010

That’s because Bonnell – with a master’s degree in early childhood education and a resume that included stints in senior management for a nonprofit – was doing a job she never thought possible just a few months before. And you never know--volunteering could help you network and make the contacts you need to find your next job.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

Usually, the bigger the company, the more responsibility. they have been upfront about the company's situation and if they have asked for the input of their people. they have been upfront about the company's situation and if they have asked for the input of their people. Are You Boring Your Network Silly?

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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. Get as many recommendations on LinkedIn as you can and network with people and help them out.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

Some have lost jobs, didn’t get promotions or pay raises, or lost funding due to employer budget cuts. Not only are you improving your skills and adding to your resume, you are making yourself more indispensable and an asset to your company or the next one. The other alternative to the internet is - pick up a book!

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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. That one unassuming, non-meaty, first temp gig got me my first CEO EA job and eventually my promotion to project manager down the road. If the fit isn’t close enough, they toss or file your resume.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 31, 2010

The cards are all made with recycled paper and you can even include a gift if you like and this company will send it off for you. It is an American based company and I am in Canada, but the cards I sent were all received within a week. To send to clients of your company. What a convenient way to send cards.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 10, 2009

If you can prove yourself as a good worker you can go up through the ranks and because they already know how you work, they are more apt to promote you. She said it wouldnt look good on my resume if I was seen as a job hopper. I have seen admin assistants climb up the corporate ladder just that way.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 26, 2014

I have developed both a great professional relationship and personal friendship with my boss and have enjoyed working with him and the company. He's expressed his appreciation for my hard work and his desire for me to move up in the company once I've decided where I want to be, which I am still figuring out. I love being an EA.

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