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Ghosted After an Interview? Here’s Why Companies Do It

Success

You polish your résumé and obsess over the wording in your cover letter. You research the company, prepare for the interview and show up looking the part. You send the thank you note and even have a few follow-up interviews, which you think went well. Why do companies ghost you after an interview? But nothing.

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5 Ways to Include Soft Skills on Your Resume

Success

You only have so much space on a resume, so you want to use it to show that you’re a team player who can work independently and has good time management skills while highlighting your technical skills. Your cover letter shouldn’t be more than a page, possibly even shorter depending on the specific directions provided by the employer.

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Covering cover letters

Practically Perfect PA

In amongst all of my files and paperwork I discovered a handful of my old covering letters for various jobs I had applied for over the years (one was hand written – that is how old I am!). I wondered how many of us still write covering letters when we apply for jobs?

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4 Ways to Leverage Your Comprehensive Professional Portfolio Strategy

All Things Admin

An executive, hiring manager, interviewer, or recruiter can go through this cohesive, easy-to-read collection of career highlights and instantly see the value you bring to an organization. Job Interviews. Most people who show up for a job interview are going to say that they can do the job. Business Development.

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The How and Why to Creating a Career Portfolio™ for Administrative and Executive Assistants

Office Dynamics

. · Competing for an internal job. When a new manager or executive comes on board and you want him or her to quickly gain an overview of your talents and experiences. External interviewing. Extras could include a Table of Contents, cover letter, and an information CD! Asking for additional responsibility.

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The How and Why to Creating a Career Portfolio™ for Administrative and Executive Assistants

Office Dynamics

. · Competing for an internal job. When a new manager or executive comes on board and you want him or her to quickly gain an overview of your talents and experiences. External interviewing. Extras could include a Table of Contents, cover letter, and an information CD! Asking for additional responsibility.

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15 Fun Facts About Stacy Leitner

A Great Day's Work

I work full time as the Senior Executive Assistant to the City Manager at the City of Rancho Cordova in California. The association I have participated in the longest is the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP). What is your best interview advice? Prepare for the job interview!