Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 19, 2012

There was a point in my career when I spent $1000 on a job interview. I had been headhunted by a major company through a word of mouth referral and their interview process required taking a few different skills tests. 1) Decline to take the test and back out of the interview process. It was definitely worth it and here’s why.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

I want to control my own destiny, so I've put on my sea legs, spiffed up the resume I left with you, put together a dynamic resume kit packet and a teaser including my brochure (developed at World Class Assistant Part 2), hoping to get through the door of a company I've been eying. My goal is to get my resume on the top of the stack.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

I want to control my own destiny, so I've put on my sea legs, spiffed up the resume I left with you, put together a dynamic resume kit packet and a teaser including my brochure (developed at World Class Assistant Part 2), hoping to get through the door of a company I've been eying. My goal is to get my resume on the top of the stack.

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Recruit CRM

APRIL 22, 2021

As per reports, real estate agents are 17% more confident with their jobs than professionals in other careers. Ensure you make it certifiable or tie-up with an educational institute to make it worth adding to their resume. 65% of candidates say how a bad interview experience makes them lose interest in their job.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 12, 2008

A new study by the University of Michigan found that only 30 percent of employees have a close confidant at work, down from nearly half in 1985. Make sure the spinach is out of your teeth: The growing popularity of video resumes, coupled with the desire to network directly with employers, has been put into a new product called VisualCV.

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On The Job

JULY 24, 2007

Maybe in a few days we get our resume together and search a couple of the big online job boards to check out the available positions. If we’re feeling particularly ambitious, maybe we send out some resumes to local companies. And that’s about it. And then we turn on Judge Judy and settle in on the couch to wait. And wait some more.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

Polish up the ol resume It is all right to send your resume out and see what kind of response you get. In this new age of not doing anything more than a quick spell check on documents, make sure you do not have any spelling mistakes in your resume. If you get an opportunity for an interview you may as well go and try it.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 4, 2009

A manager has to have confidence that you know how to do your job. I just did not have confidence that this person was going to be able to assist me. Make the interview count and ask the right questions. Ask yourself what things really matter to you and ask questions to bring those things up in the interview. Hire smart!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

Be confident. To be able to network, you must have confidence. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Networking is not for the timid or for the faint of heart. Be a good listener.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

I read something that made me pause, but because I was in a big hurry and felt confident that the other person was covering that base, I let it go. I am not sure if it would have changed the outcome, but at least I would feel confident that I flagged it for my boss. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

So I started to say Yes and it was a real confidence booster. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. But when I turned 40 I told myself that I would regret not doing it if I didnt try and what was the worst thing that could happen anyway? I started telling myself more positive messages and it empowered me to try.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2008

If you do have to leave, dont forget to ask for a reference letter. My former boss gave me an excellent reference on paper and by phone. A good reference can go a long way towards getting your next job. Be selective and go for the job that is the right fit and that you have confidence you can do. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2008

I interviewed my friend who is a minute taker. From writing that article I had confidence to take a job that required me taking minutes and it has turned out fine. From writing that article I had confidence to take a job that required me taking minutes and it has turned out fine. How did I do it? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

If you are the presenter you have to study and know your subject well which helps you to be more confident in what you know and you also gain experience in making presentations which can help you in your career. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Lunch n learns are also a good way to learn from each other.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 8, 2009

The same applies if you have a job interview or a new challenge at work. Buying a new outfit or wearing a freshly dry-cleaned suit will go a long way to increasing your confidence level. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Let your fingers do the walking: Quick keyboard sh. Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 1, 2009

I always feel more confident when a new hire asks me a question and gets all the information before proceeding. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Your new employer is not expecting you to know everything right away and it is in everyones best interest that you proceed cautiously at first until you know the ropes.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2008

I am good at some things, but not as confident in other things. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. You have to be respectful of your neighbours. If you have ever worked in a cube you will know what I mean. I have always liked to share and learn from my co-workers. For instance, I am horrible at collating.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

This is something you really need to experiment with and you will gain more confidence to order less and know there will be enough food. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. He suggested four so I went with three for everyone and for some appetizers only two and it was more than enough. Oh where or where is my password?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JUNE 14, 2009

I feel confident as I check off each item that things will be done on time. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. It is simply using an on-line calendar with space on each day to enter what needs to be done. I fill it out from start to finish and each day check what needs to be done and where I am at. No surprises!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 15, 2009

They will have confidence that you have a plan and that things wont slip through the cracks and will be able to relax and let you do your job. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. I find communicating with your boss about how you are following up and what system you are using will help in how you work together as a team.

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Recruit CRM

MAY 13, 2021

Hiring Manager_Name] is currently reviewing all applications, and we’re expecting to schedule on-site interviews by the end of the following week. If yes then we can reschedule the interview. I also told you last time that we would keep your resume in our database and reach out to you whenever the first need arises.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 12, 2009

It also eases your bosss mind when they see you write it down, it gives them confidence it will be taken care of. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Bring Forward System or Using Tasks in Outlook Have a system to follow up on items your boss has asked you to do or things you know you need to do. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

I was interviewed earlier this month and so I pasted it below. When people would ask me in interviews, my first answer was, “No nepotism here!” I learned through informational interviews that I should apply to temp agencies. Any recruiter who sees your resume will silently wonder the following questions.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 28, 2009

I recently interviewed an employment law expert, who pointed out there are a lot of myths that employees believe, including the one that they can say what they want at work. Just some friendly advice from The Resume Chick. If you dont follow the rules, it can mean you are disciplined, fired or perhaps even criminally prosecuted.

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Recruit CRM

JULY 14, 2020

Every day recruiters are flooded with hundreds of resumes for various jobs advertised. It is virtually impossible for recruiters to scan each resume manually and shortlist them. An average of 75-88 % of resumes received is not qualified for the job. ( You can find a good guide for resume screening here. )

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Recruit CRM

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Ever wondered why recruiters do not even see 70% of the resumes ? If you think the resume is going to be carefully analysed by a recruiter in the first go, then you're wrong. If you think the resume is going to be carefully analysed by a recruiter in the first go, then you're wrong. The resume gets first processed by an ATS.

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Success

JULY 17, 2021

Career: A coach can help you advance in your organization, make peace with your boss, grow confidence, switch careers or get into your dream school. That’s part of the resume, but those descriptions fall short. My rates increase with my confidence and reputation. Take vacation on short notice. Charge whatever you decide.

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