All Things Admin

MARCH 26, 2024

Before leaving, I was able to spend a few days going over the binder with my temp. Lá Shawn Sandifer, executive assistant, insurance industry, Chicago These experiences aren’t just personal victories; they were stepping stones on our professional development journeys. As a result, she felt more confident about covering for me.

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Success

DECEMBER 15, 2023

True Temp weighted blanket For someone who likes the feeling of being hugged ever so gently while sleeping, this is the blanket. Sleep Number’s True Temp weighted blanket ($199) enhances the sleep experience by incorporating the relaxing effects of deep pressure stimulation for reduced stress and anxiety. It also takes a village.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Just as accountants get their CPAs to demonstrate they have completed thorough study in their profession/industry, so should an administrative professional have a designation that shows he or she has put in their hard work to grow in their profession. (JB). It’s a great way to mentor, as well as network.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

The most important thing is to take action and do something different so you can get promoted, get better tasks, that raise, or transition to a different role, dept, company, or industry. Even asking to intern, shadow, or be mentored by someone well respected is a great first step. 3) Work for a bigger company in a smaller role.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

The staffing agent asked if I was open to temp to perm, even though the position was for a full time EA, he feels the CEO may need time to see if it is a good fit. I have no idea how long "temp" is considered before they would offer the permanent position. It feels like a bait and switch and there are no guarantees.

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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. Before I graduated college, I also did a lot of internships alongside well-respected people in the industry or at well-known companies.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

Tell us your story on how you went from temping in LA to being the EA of high-profile CEOs. I found every single one of my jobs through a temping agency or by referral. I learned through informational interviews that I should apply to temp agencies. So I left that temp gig and went to work for the CEO.

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