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? Is this what gatekeeping actually means on a job application and if so how do we go about doing this part of our role?

Suppliers 100

Suppliers Skills Filing Policies 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

You may even start to think your current job is not that bad afterall. Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:22 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , bored , interview , job hunting , job satisfaction , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Foley-In-Charge said. Were you reading my last post? :) Great article.

Time Zones 100

Time Zones Resume IAAP Interviewing 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 6, 2013

Google for the UTA list and sign up for all email lists and job boards for the entertainment industry, network with people you know, send your resume and cover letter snail mail to every company you want to work at to the attn of the recruiting department, and establish an online presence so headhunters find you via LinkedIn and job sites.

Job Hunting 40

Job Hunting Cover Letter Temping Agencies 40

On The Job

MAY 31, 2007

Get a family member or friend to help practice your interviewing skills. Company research [link] A guide for company research needs, including job hunting, career information, and investment decisions. Corporate Information www.corporateinformation.com Information on private and international companies.

Clothes 100

Clothes Interviewing Job Hunting Confidence 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

I have heard of EAs working for successful international corporations and earning a very large salary. The point is to assist them but not just pick up their drying cleaning and walk their dog, but to manage their life and schedule as close to a regular EA job. 5) Look for jobs under different titles with the same skill set.

Temping 40

Temping 2012 Salary Job Hunting 40

On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

With their technology skills and great social networking abilities, GenY ( born roughly between 1980-2003) previously have found employers willing to meet their expectations. Like the rest of job hunters, Generation Y has found jobs can be tough to come by, even with their skills. But are they going to be different?

2009 100

2009 Self Esteem AT&T Skills 100

On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Know how national or international events may impact your business, and what you’re doing to prepare. Your resume should always be able to reflect that you’ve kept up on the latest training and skills. Becoming too comfortable in your career and with your skills can set you up for problems if you suddenly find yourself out of work.

Gifts 100

Gifts 2009 Social Media 2010 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

I found every single one of my jobs through a temping agency or by referral. But in reality – the most useful skill that opened a lot of doors for me were my soft skills. 1) Do you have the admin skills to be an EA? They are looking for a job history with the exact same job they are looking to fill.

Interviewing 40

Interviewing Temping Resume Agencies 40