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Why You Think You're Prepared to Job Hunt -- But You're Really Not

On The Job

I could do that job or I could learn how to do it. Anita Bruzzese: Because I think that job searches are draining. There’s a reason they say that a job search is a job in itself. So one reason or another, you start losing your enthusiasm, and you don’t put a lot of effort into your job search.

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So you want to find a new assistant job?

Practically Perfect PA

Anyway, my point is that I know quite a bit about getting a new job and I’m going to share some of my knowledge with you in this post. Tailor your covering letter and CV. When you first start job hunting only join a few agencies so that you are not bombarded with calls. Good luck with your job hunt!

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How to Find a Job Using Social Media

On The Job

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. Today, the news wasn't so great.

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The Practically Perfect PA guide to finding the perfect PA job

Practically Perfect PA

What can you expect to find in our eBook: I think we have covered everything that you will need to think about when it comes to planning your next career move including the following: Looking for an assistant role online. Covering cover letters. How to stand out in a crowded market. Making the most of your CV.

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3 Bad Habits That Hurt Job Chances

On The Job

You may begin calling contacts to check on job openings, or help your kid write a resume or cover letter. But much of the job hunt is a waiting game, and you and your child will have to be patient. You may be frustrated, considering the big bucks you shelled out for your child to get a higher education.

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4 Ways to Leverage Your Comprehensive Professional Portfolio Strategy

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© 2023 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website? Your professional portfolio is a representation of who you are and what you can do, supported by tangible evidence, such as work samples, visual aids, certificates, etc.

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Are You Being Naive -- and Just Plain Stupid -- About Your Online Reputation?

On The Job

There's enough instability right now in the economy that everyone -- and I mean everyone -- needs to be in active job-hunting mode. Last week I sent out a HARO request for my Gannett News Service/USAToday.com column asking for input on how to manage your online reputation. Google covers most of the Web, but MSN and Yahoo!

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