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!
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
JULY 11, 2011
Here are the 10 types of tests I've encountered during my job hunts. 4) Powerpoint This test is also given on the computer as well. It will test how well you know how to use Powerpoint. The hiring manager would give me a hypothetical scenario that would be the worst possible incident at work to solve.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
MARCH 29, 2009
There are still jobs to be had, you just have to find them. I was speaking to a manager the other day and he said when he gets a resume, that is one of the first things he checks. You may even start to think your current job is not that bad afterall. Where's the remote thingy for the PowerPoint? Dealing in real time.
Practically Perfect PA
JANUARY 17, 2017
Similarly, we will also search for specific computer packages or languages or anything else that is a prerequisite for the position: (PA or ‘Personal Assistant’) and ‘PowerPoint’ / (‘PA’ or ‘Personal Assistant’) AND (‘Spanish’).
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. It will take an hour or two to take typing, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint tests. I was wondering if you could give me the name of the temp agency you worked with. Thanks so much in advance!" Dear JH, Thank you for reading my blog!
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