Success
OCTOBER 31, 2023
Lately, posts have been going viral as Gen Zers promote being “delulu.” Additionally, 78% of applicants routinely apply for jobs they aren’t qualified for, and half of the incoming resumes don’t meet requirements. So, the odds are in your favor to fake it til you make it—a little bit—in the job hunt.
Allwork
JULY 26, 2023
This cognitive bias leads us to overestimate the extent of control we have over external events. The remainder is spent on non-work activities like checking social media, browsing news websites, chatting with colleagues about non-work topics, making personal calls, and even job hunting.
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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
OCTOBER 29, 2010
I would like to get better assignments, promoted, or get a raise before a few more years go by. 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? You want to have your ducks in a row before you get laid off or want to find a better job.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
JULY 13, 2011
Perhaps you are already a 2nd or 3rd assistant to someone high profile and you want to run the office of your executive as you get promoted through the years. 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. Job hunt with focus.
All Things Admin
APRIL 28, 2021
Are things like a flexible schedule, ability to telecommute, additional days off, other company perks, or an off-cycle promotion an option? These are all forms of compensation that don’t necessarily involve a promotion. If the answer is no, start preparing for a job hunt. Decide if you can live with the decision.
Practically Perfect PA
FEBRUARY 5, 2013
Twitter is great for networking and hearing from other assistants, LinkedIn is great for professional development and job hunting, Facebook is useful for interesting articles and receiving updates from relevant companies. If you are going to any events do tell everyone in your network just in case you can meet in person.
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 30, 2014
Think of an example that shows you achieving more than your role required, such as that great event you managed or the extremely complex trip you organised for your Executive. I felt this was the best way for me to move forward in my career so I set myself a challenge to achieve the promotion within two years.
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