Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 10, 2017

Hello New & Returning Readers, About 2 years ago I wrote an in-depth post about how I job hunt. Have more than one phone number and email address - Besides your personal cell number from your iPhone, get another free number just for job hunting or work. If your job is in social media, that’s another story.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Sitting by a scenic lake near his Ericsson office, Kearney recalls a brief stint as a government contractor after leaving the military and uses the lake as an analogy for his job-hunting strategy. A lot of companies don''t understand the military language, and they may feel intimidated about hiring vets," he says.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

This is great if you are looking for an identical job to the one you have currently but not brilliant if you want to move up the career ladder or try a new industry. When you first start job hunting only join a few agencies so that you are not bombarded with calls. Good luck with your job hunt!

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

It's not near as much fun as say, watching to see if Lady Gaga will show up covered in raw eggs and bran cereal, but it's something I feel I need to do for my job. People depend on me to give them job hunting advice that will help them get out of the unemployment ranks. Or you hate your job. Do your homework. Don't whine.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Employers may be able to glean that you're looking to jump ship by your frenzied activity updating your LinkedIn profile or through a Twitter or Facebook posting that mentions you hate your job and are trying to leave as quickly as possible. So how do you fly below the radar when searching for a job?

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

I decided to leave my previous employee in June 2010 but was job hunting for 6 months and when I did get the role I am in currently I had to complete a detailed application form, attend three interviews and sit two psychometric tests (for language and numerical skills). Follow me on Twitter: @PracticalPA.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 17, 2008

There's enough instability right now in the economy that everyone -- and I mean everyone -- needs to be in active job-hunting mode. 5 in the Google search results was a link to an industry forum page where Josh was being trashed anonymously by some people that had worked for him calling him an unfit manager. Here's what we did.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

Practically Perfect PA has lots and lots planned for 2014 which I will share with you over the next few weeks but in the mean time let’s have a look at what our industry can expect this year. This is particularly important if job hunting, as most recruiters will now look for an active engagement in your chosen profession.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 12, 2012

The term ‘gatekeeper’ is used in association with PAs/ EAs frequently, you will see it in job applications, CVs, articles relating to the industry and everything in between, but what does it actually mean to us? In the minds of these industries we are the people to get around and the barrier to overcome.

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On The Job

JUNE 1, 2009

For me, one of the great things about Twitter is that is allows me to learn more about what people experience at work every day. One of the things I know for sure -- from following people on Twitter and from interviewing them -- is that there is a lot of stress in the workplace. She adds that those seeking work are at all levels. “I

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

She suggests job seekers should: • Attend events attended by others in your industry or field of interest. “If It can be uncomfortable and awkward to just call and ask someone for a job lead, so instead ask a question like: “I’ve been thinking of going in this direction with my job search, and I’d like to get your thoughts.”

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, November 17, 2009 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job market While I knew there was a good chance the unemployment rate would go up, when I heard the latest figures were 10.2

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 21, 2012

Through volunteering, you can network and keep your pulse on the industry of your choosing. And applying for part time work allows you to use the other 20 hours to find a full time job and make the leap when you get an offer. So when they get that job hunting email, it's just a typical update.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

If you have researched the company and thought about answers to the standard questions you should walk into the interview with a bit more confidence and with some luck land that dream job. Follow me on Twitter : @PracticalPA. Filed under: Interviews , Uncategorized.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

You ask a very good question and I'm so glad you are being proactive with your job hunt and career. When I started out, no one really had a website/blog/Twitter/Facebook/MySpace so I just opened up the YellowPages and called every single one. A lot of people ask me this question and this is what I tell everyone.

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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. Invest time in reading the latest industry news. The job seeker needs you, as well. :) January 2, 2010 12:12 PM Patricia said. Stay current.

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