Etiquette Gifts Interviewing Phones 
On The Job
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
Even though you may have more phone or Zoom interviews during your current job search because of the pandemic, the basics of job searching remain the same: do your homework on an employer so you're prepared for an interview; dress appropriately; ask questions -- and always, always, always send a thank-you note.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
MARCH 22, 2013
Hello Readers - 8 months ago, a reader asked me a question about fraternization and social etiquette at work. My question however, is… should I disclose the reason for my termination in my job interviews? Regardless, get a letter in writing on letterhead and their contact info for phone references from whomever.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
DECEMBER 28, 2009
.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 28 December, 2009 Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her boss My assistant sent me a link to a story about an Executive Assistant in British Columbia, Canada, who gave the gift of life by donating a kidney to her boss. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
NOVEMBER 27, 2011
I wanted to dedicate a post on proper rejection etiquette when you are the one having to tell bad news to someone. It’s only fair that if you’ve put someone through a lengthy interview process, bidding process, or asked them to take your call or meet with you, you tell them what happened. When you can afford it, send a thank you gift.
Laughing all the Way to Work
JANUARY 31, 2010
The cards are all made with recycled paper and you can even include a gift if you like and this company will send it off for you. I recently sent an admin assistant friend a card to acknowledge all the hard work she does every day and included a gift of brownies. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. She loved it!
Service Untitled
JULY 7, 2010
If the customer is a high value consumer, a customer care professional may send out a Home Depot gift card. A customer service applicant might be asked, “If you worked at American Express, how would you give a hug to a card member over the phone?&#
Service Untitled
APRIL 28, 2009
Gift cards. Your volunteers might appreciate gift cards either for your services or for other services/products (i. a nice gift card to a national restaurant chain). Alternatively, a quick (personal) phone call from someone high up at the company can make a lasting impression as well. Write them thank you letters.
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