Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 6, 2013

The next step is to jump industries and focus on the creative. If you’ve worked for the top dog at the equity firm and have a lot of experience, it’s usually understood that you are so talented you can work in any industry. Be strategic about your transition and job hunt and plan it well, even financially.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

For any new readers, I will answer your entire email line by line and explain general information which may or may not apply to you, and give you some things to ponder. I’m sorry to hear that a job you loved moved cities so you had to find your current role. So I read a lot about happiness, job hunting, and a meaningful life.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 21, 2012

Through volunteering, you can network and keep your pulse on the industry of your choosing. And applying for part time work allows you to use the other 20 hours to find a full time job and make the leap when you get an offer. Whenever I look for a job, I send out over 200 individual emails telling people what I've been up to.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Since my last email to you, I have found an executive assistant position. While I do feel like I may not have enough experience for this particular role I am interviewing for, they are seeking specific skills that I do possess. Will you constantly review your job and life every 3 months when a new opportunity comes up?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

OR if you want to EMAIL me why you would PAY to hire someone like me, I'd love to hear your thoughts. Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life? Some of what I write may not apply to you at all.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Is it possible to get a list of attendee email addresses to network after the webinar? You might also look for courses that will develop some new administrative and entrepreneurial skills that will expand your contributions to your company and can possibly save them from having to hire another employee to do that work. I am excited.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

I found every single one of my jobs through a temping agency or by referral. But in reality – the most useful skill that opened a lot of doors for me were my soft skills. 1) Do you have the admin skills to be an EA? They are looking for a job history with the exact same job they are looking to fill.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Her skill set it basically calendar and coffee. I would like to email her after they meet to let her know I am interested in the role. To email her expressing my interest and why I would be great in the role? Her skill set it basically calendar and coffee. Job hunting and dating are very similar.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

The most important thing is to take action and do something different so you can get promoted, get better tasks, that raise, or transition to a different role, dept, company, or industry. 5) Look for jobs under different titles with the same skill set. Almost every job has an admin element to it.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

You ask a very good question and I'm so glad you are being proactive with your job hunt and career. Once you find out their email or fax number, they will ask you to submit your cover letter and resume. 99% of temp jobs are for assistant, PA, or similar type positions. Thanks so much in advance!"

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