Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 13, 2011

Here are some tips as your career progresses that will affect how you job hunt. The lower-level admin you are the more jobs there are. Those jobs support the President, CEO, CTO, CFO, and Chairman. Your job hunt will take a lot longer. Job hunt with focus. Make a decision.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 10, 2017

Hello New & Returning Readers, About 2 years ago I wrote an in-depth post about how I job hunt. Here are my 10 tips on setting yourself up for a great job search, whether for the very first time or not. Here are my 10 tips on setting yourself up for a great job search, whether for the very first time or not.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 13, 2011

Lately I've been poking around online trying to see what else is out there for self-branding and job hunting. Nothing pays off like a more personal touch and reaching out in unconventional ways when everyone is updating their FB status, tweeting, emailing, and filling out online applications.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

How do I get a recommendation letter from my boss for a new job hunt without raising suspicion or improve my situation without my boss’ help? Email them saying you’d love 2-3 sentences if they feel comfortable commenting on how you did x, y, z on the _ project. Happy job hunting and keep me posted!

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Here are a few tips on how to use LinkedIn effectively: Complete your profile. It is the way of the world that you will be judged by your photo so keep it sober, especially if you are job hunting. Job hunting. When job hunting do make sure your profile is up to date. Join groups.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 25, 2022

Types of Recruitment Automation Software to Choose from Applicant Tracking System : To put it briefly, an ATS provides all-in-one solution for managing job applications, resumes, candidate data, emails, and job postings. Hope these tips make it easier for you to choose the recruitment automation software.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 29, 2017

Fear not, here are my 25 top tips to help get you noticed on LinkedIn. Add your LinkedIn profile to your email signature. I don’t usually advocate the use of a Premium Account but if you are actively job seeking this will help as you can email people outside your usual network. Will you be acting on any of these tips?

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On The Job

AUGUST 28, 2009

I hate looking for a job. While there are plenty of tutorials about how to Twitter, I’m going to give tips specific to job hunters. What are some other tips for job seekers on Twitter? Job seekers need to remember that Twitter is a business tool for them--and it's a good one. OK, enough. Thanks, Miriam.

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Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

Comment by Sravan on September 29, 2010 @ 5:47 am Trackbacks Reading Eyes in Face Reading | Reading Gestures Leave a comment Subscribe to blog posts by Email The Essential Motivation Handbook The Zen Habits Handbook for Life! I appreciate this point.

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Tips From T. Marie

JANUARY 17, 2013

While the economy can make traditional job hunting difficult, it can actually help usher in new ideas and services. Feel free to email me to learn more. ). Don’t be. Did you know that Microsoft, FedEx, General Electric and Revlon all began in recession or depression economies?

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On The Job

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Using job titles, company names and even industry keywords, employers may be able to find you easily through their searches, Joyce and Morgan say. So how do you fly below the radar when searching for a job? Joyce and Morgan offer some tips: • Don't attend job fairs or job-search networking events.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 21, 2012

Whenever I look for a job, I send out over 200 individual emails telling people what I've been up to. So when they get that job hunting email, it's just a typical update. A tip I keep coming across in the business and start up world is this: If you want money/a job ask for advice or information.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

Here are some money management tips I've learned over the years that may help you. Do a great job. Do a great job and learn to negotiate to a better salary or when you job hunt after you've gained a lot of experience. And anyone can email me questions and I respond only via this blog, not to your personal address.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

As you know I only blog when I feel inspired and hopefully feel that I have some wisdom or tips to impart. OR if you want to EMAIL me why you would PAY to hire someone like me, I'd love to hear your thoughts. I know it’s really important to job seekers to not do or say anything that will ruin their chances of landing a job.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets You may even start to think your current job is not that bad afterall. Meetings Plus: Taking them offline On the job tips for new Admins. Associates e-bulletin helps and tips. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 6, 2013

Google for the UTA list and sign up for all email lists and job boards for the entertainment industry, network with people you know, send your resume and cover letter snail mail to every company you want to work at to the attn of the recruiting department, and establish an online presence so headhunters find you via LinkedIn and job sites.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 11, 2011

Here are the 10 types of tests I've encountered during my job hunts. Another variation of this test is to write a sample email or letter to a client or vendor. You are to outline a breakdown of your budget, pitch your event, and also write a memo/email inviting everyone. Do you have any tips?

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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? There were several public seminar companies whose 1 day workshops I attended and I did learn some good tips. I am job hunting right now and notice that the majority of companies are asking for two or more skill sets. I am excited.

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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. Aside from what I will write below, you should consider re-reading my post from July 2011 titled The Realities of Job Hunting As a High Level Executive Assistant. I can only go off of what you state in your email. Thank you for being a loyal reader!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

You 'll learn my most cringe worthy moment, tips, and a little about me as a person. I think this tip bears no real explanation as by Googling different resume types you’ll get the gist. 6) Be strategic about your career plan and job hunt. 6) Be strategic about your career plan and job hunt.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

1) We love applicants who only follow up once via email. If we asked you to email us, please email us. It helps because we now have a paper trail so it's easier to keep tabs on the 7 candidates we are interviewing for this one job. Often we are filling multiple jobs. We are trying to reach you quickly!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

It was very kind of them to take the 30 secs to email me and say thank you back. As I job hunt for the RIGHT position, I'm always curious how I can make sure I end up at another company where the people are happy, positive, and fun to work with. It's the little things that matter!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

I was so excited to see your email and as I read it, I thought it would eventually end on a high note. However, to shed some light on culture and the business world for any readers who are young, new to EA work, or going through the same thing, I want to address your email in its entirety. Here are some tips.

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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. I was wondering if you could give me the name of the temp agency you worked with. Thanks so much in advance!"

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

When you job hunt keep this in mind. And anyone can email me questions and I respond only via this blog, not to your personal address. When change is happening at a company, a lot of extra help and organization is needed. This also applies to when people go on maternity leave or are on extended sick leave.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 26, 2014

I started this blog while temping/job hunting and I was allowed to write or do personal side projects as long as it was not interfering with my work. And anyone can email me questions and I respond only via this blog, not to your personal address. I mentored other younger assistants. You can just write “Thx!”

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