Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 10, 2012

A: I've been extremely lucky and have NOT worked for anyone difficult or nightmarish - high standards and extremely fast-paced or high-pressure environments, yes. Compared to, say, a more corporate environment where an executive assistant's career ceiling is really only that of a more senior executive assistant?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

It’s such a shame that there aren’t more managers who are good mentors that help each individual grow and learn more in their roles. You also have more negotiating leverage for a better salary and projects. In this manner, you can get really good recommendations from people who know you well in a team environment.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 25, 2015

We know what is happening before it happens; we are able to solve problems and create a calm environment. So, after some advice from my mentor, I started sending my boss weekly emails detailing what I had achieved that week. We manage our executives; we understand the needs of the company and we manage complicated tasks.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

I have heard of EAs working for successful international corporations and earning a very large salary. If you’ve decided you want to be an EA or have a career that leads to a great salary, it all starts with growth. Even asking to intern, shadow, or be mentored by someone well respected is a great first step.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2014

Came across your blog while doing some research for a position I'm interviewing with on Monday. As I mentioned, I'm interviewing for a very high profile position next week for a Chairman of a major international company. And congrats on landing the interview! My background is in management, but a girl has to pay the bills.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, December 1, 2009 Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y? Today, more than 50 percent of candidates say they will take the salary offered. Bret, I interviewed Prof.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Feelings mixed about recent college hires In the last year there has been a noticeable shift in the mood regarding recent college graduates.

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