Practically Perfect PA

JULY 27, 2017

No surprise then that the vast majority of employers now use video as part of their interview process, saying it saves a significant amount of time on face-to-face interviews and gives hiring managers a strong understanding of who will fit in a specific role and company culture. Surroundings. Dress the part.

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On The Job

AUGUST 2, 2021

That means carefully reading the job ad and making sure you're including as many of the key words as you can from that employer. There has been a lot in the news about employees who claim they will absolutely quit their jobs if they're not allowed to continue working from home, or they won't consider a job offer unless they can work remotely.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 30, 2014

I’ve written four blog posts on interview questions specific to PAs, EAs and Administrative Assistants and they are all extremely popular so I thought I’d add another ten questions that I have been asked at various interviews over the years and my answers. I would like to manage a team at some point and lead projects.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 9, 2013

So you’ve bagged a job interview, you’ve picked your outfit, you’ve researched the company and planned a few answers. You’ve made your way to the company building and have managed to get through all of the tricky questions. The post What questions should assistants ask at an interview?

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Success

MAY 1, 2023

Gone are the days when job applicants scrambled to update their privacy settings and delete compromising photos of party nights from their social accounts before a job interview. That was enough to invite her for an interview,” she says. LinkedIn is expected. Everything else?

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On The Job

OCTOBER 21, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt I hear from a lot of people who are out of work. Treat looking for a job as a job,” she says.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2013

Following on from Monday’s blog here are another five interview question and answers specifically for assistants. A lot of assistants work with just their manager so it is important to stress that you consider this to be a partnership and in effect you are working together as a team. How do you work within a team?

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Eat Your Career

JULY 25, 2018

However, if you have a strong resume, a robust network, and good interview skills, you could land something sooner. As a career coach , one of my goals is to help my clients reduce the time it takes to land a new job as much as possible. You never know what might happen…The job you thought was your perfect match?

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

Over the last few years I’ve changed employers a number of times and so have had to face quite a few interviews. After finishing university in 2003 I was lucky because there were plenty of jobs available in London. So what happens when you do land that all important first interview? However, this just isn’t the case anymore.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 13, 2011

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. Those jobs support the President, CEO, CTO, CFO, and Chairman. Your job hunt will take a lot longer. Job hunt with focus. Make a decision.

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On The Job

JULY 26, 2017

You'll have to go on interviews, and that means you're going to have to iron something to wear. After all, it's better to keep bringing home a paycheck than going through the hassle of a new job hunt. Who knows.the next job might be even worse. The office manager always seems to lose your request for new equipment.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 6, 2015

There are a number of opportunities to sell your personal brand during the job hunting process. During the interview is your time to shine. It will also allow you to remain focused during the interview as you will be able to relate each question back to your key attributes.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 22, 2010

But the reason I feel so strongly about giving them as much information about the workplace as possible is because I hear all too often from employers who have unbelievable tales about young people who come in for interviews and say, "So, what is it you do here?" Don't just show up for an interview and say, "So what is it you do here?"

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

It is the way of the world that you will be judged by your photo so keep it sober, especially if you are job hunting. Personal Assistant and office Manager – PAOM. Institute of Administrative Management (IAM). Job hunting. When job hunting do make sure your profile is up to date. Join groups.

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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? It’s such a shame that there aren’t more managers who are good mentors that help each individual grow and learn more in their roles. Happy job hunting and keep me posted!

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

In my previous blog I looked at some of the common questions interviewers ask and the answers I would give if I had an interview, the examples are personal to me but hopefully will help you think about how you structure your answers. It was hard work but I learnt a lot and had a great job on my CV as soon as I finished my degree”.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 9, 2015

As a PA you know you have the organisational skills to rule the world and actually know your company well enough do half the jobs in the place if push came to shove. Finally, be confident – go into that interview as though you have been working in this sector your whole career.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

In my experience there are some terrible agencies out there that will treat you really badly and will put you forward for jobs that are totally unsuitable for you. Through trial and error I have managed to find a few diamonds in the rough, they are few and far between but out there if you know where to look and how to work with them.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 16, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, December 16, 2009 4 ways to "manage up" Many people feel "stuck" these days. I interviewed John Baldoni recently, and he provide a road map of how to get your career un-stuck.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

It can take a lot of time with hours of searching through job descriptions, speaking to recruitment agencies and then, of course, the time spent preparing for and going to job interviews. It is a job in itself! But, most people start a new […].

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 25, 2022

A recruitment automation software helps manage all recruiting tasks from sourcing candidates, building talent pools, and improving communication processes. The software you choose should overall cover all of your daily recruiting activities, including sourcing candidates , screening and storing resumes, and managing applicant pools.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life? Today I had an interview and just as I arrived, I got really sick and wasn’t feeling well at all. This was not my #1 dream job if that helps.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

An executive, hiring manager, interviewer, or recruiter can go through this cohesive, easy-to-read collection of career highlights and instantly see the value you bring to an organization. Job Interviews. Most people who show up for a job interview are going to say that they can do the job.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 15, 2009

Are you aware of all the changes that are taking place in marketing yourself to get the job you want? there are plenty of good people job hunting. And even if you don’t lose a job, you may want to apply for a position within your organization or just work somewhere else. With an unemployment rate of 9.5%

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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. "I There are jobs out there," Woody says.

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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. AKA – Kiyomi’s 10 Tips for Setting Up Your Social Media & Internet Presence Safely to Improve Your Job Search & to Protect Yourself They say that the interview starts even before you’ve walked through the door and it’s true.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 16, 2010

They are written by Annie Stevens, managing partner of ClearRock.). #1: It is your competitive edge even if you aren't job hunting. #2: This is not just a tool you use for a new job interview. Tags: Career Management. In the February issue there was an article on New Career Rules Redefine Today's Workforce.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 11, 2011

In my career, it's not often that one is tested during a screening process or for a job interview. However, I have noticed a lot of private companies or companies that value exceptional talent and have a great interview process do test their applicants. Here are the 10 types of tests I've encountered during my job hunts.

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 16, 2010

They are written by Annie Stevens, managing partner of ClearRock.). #1: It is your competitive edge even if you aren't job hunting. #2: This is not just a tool you use for a new job interview. In the February issue there was an article on New Career Rules Redefine Today's Workforce. What is going to set you apart?

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Office Dynamics

JULY 15, 2009

Are you aware of all the changes that are taking place in marketing yourself to get the job you want? there are plenty of good people job hunting. And even if you don’t lose a job, you may want to apply for a position within your organization or just work somewhere else. With an unemployment rate of 9.5%

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2016

They will have investors to answer to while trying to secure clients, manage staff and spearhead the business. In my experience it is often the assistant that has to manage changes within organisations. We are great at managing change and this can be really useful in a startup environment. Be prepared for success.

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On The Job

AUGUST 27, 2008

I think it's that way for many people who get caught up in interviewing for a job they really, really want. We all know that when we interview we're supposed to ask intelligent questions about the job, the company, the industry, etc. Does the manager look directly at employees, and vice versa? It's too quiet.

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On The Job

APRIL 12, 2013

Read this latest column I did for Gannett/USA Today and see if your job search doesn''t need the same. If you have had a long winter of job searching with no luck, you may need to freshen up your job-hunting strategy, career experts say. Then make sure you make a case for why you are the right fit to solve those problems.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 26, 2016

Example interview questions and answers specifically for assistants. Questions to ask during an interview. What can you expect to find in our eBook: I think we have covered everything that you will need to think about when it comes to planning your next career move including the following: Looking for an assistant role online.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 15, 2016

Remember, you can ask questions in the interview about the office culture! You will get a good sense of what to expect from the interviewer’s answers. During your interviews also take a look at the office itself – what is the set up and what does the furniture look like.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

So you’ve aced your interview and you’ve been offered the job. If you didn’t ask this question during the interview process, you can always ask to speak to your potential employer again to get a view of the culture. Again, this is a subject that you should raise during the interview process. The culture.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

It looks like I have a chance to interview for an EA position to the president & chief executive officer. I will keep you posted on the outcome of my job hunt in these tumultuous times, and again thank you so much for your help. I have had an interesting week, with 2 telephone interviews and 1 aptitude test.

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