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The job of looking for a job

Laughing all the Way to Work

1) Do try the temp agencies. When on a temp job, work as if you are on probation all the time. 5) Do research about each company you are applying for. What are you saying in chat rooms, on FaceBook, Twitter etc. Your question could be What opportunities does this company have for growth? Here is what I recommend.

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Establishing a Digital Presence

Recruit CRM

As a startup or a small company, not very many clients nor candidates are going to visit your office. You may add a list of clients, some client/candidate testimonials, any new service you provide (like resume writing, temp staffing, consulting), etc. So if you post on LinkedIn, the same will be posted on Facebook and Twitter as well.

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A business case outline for an internal PA network

Practically Perfect PA

We are after all brand ambassadors for our bosses, our company, ourselves and ultimately our profession. DO NOT use the PA network as a platform to complain about the company or our colleagues – we believe in positivity and should work as a TEAM. The launch will let people decide if it is for them.

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Handling Job Loss & 8 Tips to Get Back On Track

Office Dynamics

After 6+ years with my present company, they are restructuring the admins and have laid off those of us who can't relocate to another state. I would love to stay with my company; however, they are closing the one and only office in this state to centralize the admins; unless I move out of state, staying is not a viable option.".

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Handling Job Loss & 8 Tips to Get Back On Track

Office Dynamics

After 6+ years with my present company, they are restructuring the admins and have laid off those of us who can't relocate to another state. I would love to stay with my company; however, they are closing the one and only office in this state to centralize the admins; unless I move out of state, staying is not a viable option.".

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More Canadians Becoming Freelancers

Small Business Labs

Follow us on Twitter Emergent Research EMERGENT RESEARCH is focused on better understanding the small business sector of the US and global economy. Authors The authors are Steve King and Carolyn Ockels.   From the article: "The jobs that are coming back are part-time and temporary.

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Answering Reader Mail: Re-Entering the Admin Field

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Temp, volunteer, apply for PT work and list that as your present role. 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. Social media is big right now, both for companies and individuals.

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