On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Based on his own job-hunting experience and his desire to find other vets who could understand what he had gone through, he launched HonorVet , to provide resources and support online for veterans and their families. At the event, he met leaders from System One Holdings , a company that provides technical outsourcing solutions.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 10, 2012

You’d think that if you had a credit card, you’d be safe, but I once had to get a cashier’s check for almost $400 for a work event. Have money for job hunting and working. Whenever you interview for a job, there’s at least 2-3 interviews if not more. Have cash in your bank account.

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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? In this manner, when you go into job interviews you can bring all the sales presentations or documents you put together into a portfolio to showcase your work. Thank you so much.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

If you answered positively then yes you would be correct I think using social media for your professional development and networking is an absolute must! Do share links and interesting articles you have read as this is a great way to interact with your network and provide support for others. That must however does come with a big but!

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Maintaining and building your online persona is a part of the new job search. Building your personal brand is crucial to standing out from the crowd when job hunting. After all, Inc reports that every corporate job opening attracts an average of 250 resumes, but on average only four to six people will interview for the position.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Job-hunting tactics that worked even a few years ago may appear passé, while using fresh strategies can help professionals stand out among a large applicant pool. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut during the job hunt,” said Robert Hosking, executive director of OfficeTeam. “If Network solely when you’re looking for a job.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 7, 2010

Six months later, as the economy grew worse and Woody wasn't getting anywhere with her job-hunting efforts, she had a conversation with her sister. She told me that I needed to act and dress like I had a job, and so the next day I should get up and put on a suit," Woody says. Ask your network for help.

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All Things Admin

APRIL 28, 2021

Your professional network can be a great resource!) It may help to compare your job description with your administrative procedures binder to highlight how you’re going above and beyond and adding value to your organization. If the answer is no, start preparing for a job hunt. Do your homework. Train and mentor others.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Joyce and Morgan offer some tips: • Don't attend job fairs or job-search networking events. On the other hand, going to an industry conference can be seen as necessary for your current job but still give you plenty of chances to network with other potential employers, Morgan says. Stay mum.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

When you first start job hunting only join a few agencies so that you are not bombarded with calls. If your search takes longer than you thought you can join a few more depending on how urgently you need to find a new job. Good luck with your job hunt! The post So you want to find a new assistant job?

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

PA Networking. Throughout 2013 we noticed a huge increase in PA networking with a number of local networking groups springing up across the UK. Niche networking is a big trend for 2014 so it would seem assistants are ahead of the curve on this one! Professional Development. Social Media.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 12, 2016

You are not connected / networked with the right people. You keep your head down and get on with the job. Review all your expertise and experiences and make sure that you are specific in the way you describe them e.g. Organise events could sound better as senior executive events management. You don’t have enough time.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, February 10, 2010 5 Ways to Avoid Freaking Out About Networking Hear that? In other words, it’s time to network, still the best way to land a job. That growling noise?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 26, 2009

I'd like to think of myself as having a lot of initiative, creating my own luck, and being pretty good at networking. Often, my hard work, optimism, and drive pays off in job leads, but since I'm looking for the RIGHT job, it's been a long journey. Because I've been working for 9 years now, I've grown my network steadily.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

Hosted on a social media platform (typically LinkedIn), it’s a way to attract attention, share your accomplishments and expertise, and create a professional global network. 3 Types of Professional Portfolios There are three types of professional portfolios: print, social, and digital. Each type helps set you up for success.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

We had an incredible webinar event with over 1,300 assistants registered to learn more about why, as an administrative professional, they should consider a career certification. Is it possible to get a list of attendee email addresses to network after the webinar? It’s a great way to mentor, as well as network.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

I'd like to add one more to the list if I may: Tap into your personal and professional networks for job leads! As you stated in your post, going the old route of submitting your resume via job boards is for the birds in this job market. For example, ramp up your social networking.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Fortunately the police managed to stop the would be terrorists but it did lead to chaos on the transport network. We wheeled TVs into the catering area so on the breaks they could keep up with events and make a judgement call if they needed to leave at any point. Many of the delegates were worried about getting home.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 9, 2009

Experts say it’s a good idea for those who work at home to schedule meetings or coffee dates with colleagues or friends, and look for opportunities to get out and network at professional events. • I think scheduling outside meetings and networking events is the key. Another great post. David, Great suggestions.

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Make or Break Moments

MARCH 21, 2010

It’s about case studies and the stories and events that are much better in the re-telling than in the moment. Is it a viable tool for networking and job hunting? What happens when the time for talking is over? This section is about working at the coalface of social media. What have you done to quickly get to work?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 16, 2012

Sign up with the major job hunting sites with your resume and profile, join social network sites geared towards work, and meet with every temp agency in town just to be safe. Get as many recommendations on LinkedIn as you can and network with people and help them out. Know how to network and be helpful.

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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. When I wasn’t with him, I was catching up with friends over dinner, at an event, or reading and relaxing alone. I mentored other younger assistants.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

That means being better prepared for downturns in the economy or your industry, and keeping an active network so that when bad times do hit, you’re ready to get the help you need. Know how national or international events may impact your business, and what you’re doing to prepare. Attend one professional event a year.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

The important thing I learned is, he’s an event planner, he hosts parties, he meets lots of people, and to him, the fact that I sent a thank you card said something about me. My job is anything from deliver memos to different people on other floors to stuffing THOUSANDS of invitations to be mailed out for movie premieres.

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