Office Dynamics

MAY 3, 2018

As an administrative professional for the past 20 plus years, I have learned how important it is to avoid burnout in one of the largest career fields in the world. Supporting a positive team-focused environment helps reduce stress that can cause burnout. Actively learn personally and professionally. Create your own work Utopia.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

You know you have learned and grown from the content when a flood of gratitude flows out of clapping hands. The learning and growth opportunities expanded beyond the topics though. An administrative assistant conference is best measured by the feeling one has while clapping at the end of the last presentation. High Fives All Around.

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Networking Administrative Professionals Resume Learning 176

All Things Admin

JUNE 13, 2023

Your portfolio should include your resume, letters of recommendation, awards and recognitions, past performance reviews, and certifications. It’s ok to share things that happen in a team environment if you are an active part of that team. This format would be good for annual performance reviews or job interview situations.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 17, 2018

It’s an exciting and unique time in history that we work with such a diverse group of peers; varied age ranges, varied technologies and learning levels, traditional and experienced based education, etc. A willingness to learn and confidence to teach creates the roadmap to keeping our professional world evolving and relevant.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

APRIL 17, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 17 April, 2010 Keeping focussed in a busy environment There are so many distractions in the office -- the telephone, your co-workers, email and your boss! What I learned very quickly was that I had to finish one room at a time. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.

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Eco-Office Gals

JULY 15, 2013

It’s logical because it’s naturally assumed that most self-employed workers wish to work only for themselves and have somehow escaped the trappings of the corporate environment to do work from home. You should take your contract work seriously and use self-employment to boost your resume with real examples of your work.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 19, 2013

Can you possibly write a blog piece on how to know the red flags/warning signs in an interview of a second assistant? She interviewed well! Interviews are tricky because no one will admit or see themselves as NOT a team player or admit to being difficult. By testing skills (see below link) and really good interview technique.

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Recruit CRM

MARCH 26, 2021

In addition to this, you have to look through thousands of applications and resumes to shortlist potential candidates that feel are right for your organization. They Are Adaptable In addition to having a unique outlook on life in general, these students are also willing to adapt to changes in their environment. But, in fact, it is not.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 3, 2007

Updated this article February 13, 2008 [link] Unfortunately, in one job I had I was involved on the downside of government downsizing, but I feel that even during a seemingly bad experience, you can always learn something positive. One of the many things I remember, and have put to good use, was a workshop on resume writing.

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Eco-Office Gals

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

There are scientists and experts who are recovering new information every day on the needs of the environment and the more relevant information that you have, the more prepared that you will be in the workplace. Not only can you learn more about their agenda, but it can connect you to individuals that you might not be able to meet otherwise.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life? Today I had an interview and just as I arrived, I got really sick and wasn’t feeling well at all. And what sort of online content you would pay for?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 12, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 12 July, 2010 Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgate, 2010 Stevie® Award winner Lynn Holgate, an Executive Assistant at High Performance Technologies, Inc. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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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. You 'll learn my most cringe worthy moment, tips, and a little about me as a person. 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.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 16, 2018

Each conference offered a unique learning opportunity, but none of them provided the ideal balance of professional and personal development that last year’s conference did. I never imagined my experience and learning would stretch so far beyond those few amazing days in October last year. A Conversation with Joan.

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Mentoring Skills Learning IAAP 189

On The Job

JUNE 26, 2008

You catch the boss working on his resume. I once interviewed a woman whose company was in deep financial doo-doo and was doing everything but selling the copy machine on eBay in order to survive. But while others were frantically sending out resumes, she decided to stay put. Sometimes learning what not to do is the best lesson.

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Carbon Footprint Resume Skills Learning 100

On The Job

NOVEMBER 30, 2007

Be honest: The last time you went to a job fair, did you do more than fill out a couple of applications or toss your resume at a recruiter? Learn from attendees what works and what doesn’t – look for those candidates who seem to really capture the attention of the recruiters and stand out. Tags: job fairs resumes networking.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

I was recently asked to help a college student prepare for interviewing, and it reminded me of how important it is to be well-prepared when looking for a job, especially transitioning out of college. Make your resume “pop” with accomplishments and leadership. This is an important distinction between good resumes and the bad.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Only so my resume would get past hiring managers. Yes but only because it was a prerequisite not because of what I learned by getting a degree. The job market was very competitive when I began my career and my degree was mentioned each time I interviewed. Do you think that having a university degree helped you get your PA role?

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AT&T Skills Interviewing Management 100

Eat Your Career

AUGUST 9, 2010

Workbooks Stress Management Workbook Time Management Magic Reinvent Your Career Workbook More Tasty Goodness Career Management Consulting Job Interview Coaching Resume Revision Group Training & Public Speaking Eat My WHAT?! No position is perfect, no matter what they tell you during the interview.

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Executive Assistant Breakthrough

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Everywhere you look, things are in flux: technology, the environment, the skills most in demand in the modern workforce, the latest dietary & exercise recommendations, the way we engage on social media. This is absolutely a quality to highlight on your resume and LinkedIn pages, and during any interviews as well.

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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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Time Zones Resume IAAP Interviewing 100

Allwork

JUNE 5, 2023

What you’ll learn Discover the critical role autonomy and flexibility play in employee satisfaction within the workplace. Your mission is to help and transform companies into environments where employees can deploy their contributions for positive organizational outcomes and social impact. She submitted her resume.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Make sure your resume is up to scratch: Your resume should list your skills, your experience in working as a virtual assistant, and any other capabilities that you think potential employers are looking for. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared?

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Recruit CRM

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

If you want to learn more about how you can adopt a blended recruiting approach, this post is for you. We'll look at what it is, the benefits it brings, and the different options you can draw from it. For example, virtual recruiting might be employed at the top of the funnel, with in-person recruiting used for the final interviews.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 16, 2010

1) I’ve always found it extremely helpful to be and communicate that you are experienced, but willing to learn, be humble, and fine with doing the mundane tasks or dirty work. In interviews I’ve said that I’ve worked for introverts and extroverts and my job is to conform to the needs of my boss. 5) Learn to never say no.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 13, 2008

When I interview for a job I interview the person interviewing me and try to get a feel for whether we will work well together. Good boss, bad boss On one interview I went on, when I met the two men who would be interviewing me, I met the first one and thought, "OK, so he seems like a nice man and I could work with him."

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Time Zones Interviewing IAAP International 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JANUARY 15, 2010

The goal of this project isn't so much to network, but to gather information via informational interviews. You'll learn that if people can and want to help you, they will offer it as well. It isn't a joke when one is asked in a job interview if you know how to roll calls. Read a lot of industry & business books.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 5, 2009

INTERVIEW WELL Make it a conversation. You are interviewing them too so ask questions. Take notes during the interview so you don’t forget what you wanted to ask. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. CONFUSCIUS SAID, “Love what you do and you will never work a day in your life.&#

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 17, 2012

Any recruiter who sees your resume and finds out you used to be a lawyer will silently wonder the following questions. Can you fit in a corporate structured environment? Whether based on your cover letter or resume, recruiters only take 6 seconds to see if you are match. 1) Do you have the admin skills to be an EA?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

In my industry, this seems like an exception to the rule, although good business sense dictates this is how supervisors and colleagues should be for the best work environment and professional relationships. 1) Good companies ask you to meet with as many people as possible during the interview process.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 1, 2010

I have been on some interactive sites where assistants ask questions and get answers and I learn from them as I have some of the same questions. Lunch n learns are also a good way to learn from each other. Administrative newsletters or bulletin boards where you can post tips or suggestions is a good way to learn.

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Time Zones IAAP 2010 International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

Click on that and you will find a wealth of templates from a resume, cover letter, minutes, agenda and many others. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.

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Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 10, 2010

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.

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Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. ► March (2) Admin Buddies Are you prepared? Me/Myself/I More Important vs. More Importantly Ms.

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Time Zones IAAP Gifts Meeting Minutes 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 31, 2009

Lesson learned and will now put me on high gut alert. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. 23, 1 p.m. (New

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 31, 2009

I know the newness of it all will be gone soon and it will just be a normal thing that he is a little walker, but for now it is cute to see him learn this new skill. Admit your mistakes and try to learn from them. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Make a decision to listen to and hear what your boss has to say.

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Time Zones IAAP Meeting Minutes International 100

Men With Pens

OCTOBER 28, 2012

If you’re not terrified of a more traditional teaching environment, there’s also the option of working for colleges and universities as a part time instructor. Once you’ve delivered a few successful lessons, add your teaching credentials to your resume and About page. Of course, you can teach writing courses, as I do.

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