Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
FEBRUARY 3, 2015
I had always meant to do a post on job searching and so I figured, why not now? AKA – Kiyomi’s 21-Step Job Hunt Strategy 1) Contact everyone you know in a personalized, positive, fun email When I first graduated college and whenever I am seeking new opportunities, I will literally email everyone I know.
All Things Admin
JUNE 22, 2023
A lot of executives dislike performance reviews, so anything you can do to make the process easier is a point in your favor! Job Interviews. Most people who show up for a job interview are going to say that they can do the job. Here’s a real-world example of how important portfolios are during the hiring process.
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Allwork
JULY 14, 2022
The survey results show employees are more frustrated with workplace technology and processes than leaders realize: . Jennifer Kraszewski: Updated technology allows employees to seamlessly manage their payroll, request time off, and take care of their benefits—all aspects of the job from recruitment to retirement.
On The Job
NOVEMBER 17, 2009
As employment rises to more than 10 percent, Haynes says that job seekers need to quit wasting time on strategies that won’t help them find a job. He suggests several ways to improve a job search process. He says some do’s and don’ts include: Don’t apply for jobs for which you’re not qualified.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
SEPTEMBER 17, 2013
My current boss fully supports this, and I would rather be proactive and tell her about my interest rather than applying after she goes through the messy process of terminating the other assistant. Don’t automatically assume because the package looks good or the job sounds great on paper you will like it. Thanks so much! Who knows?!
On The Job
DECEMBER 1, 2009
Though the job market now is bad, it's been bad for years now. And due to outsourcing, Boomers not retiring, and Gen Yers being told (by older generations mind you) to get degrees in their "passion" or that "any degree" is a path to success.you end up with a lot of overworked, underpaid 20somethings.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
APRIL 13, 2016
I landed my dream job a year ago, I absolutely loved it and had plans to stay for the very long-term. My boss, the CEO, got fired in September last year and the company still hasn't started the process to replace him. It’s not unheard of that while a CEO is about to retire they start looking about 2-5 years prior to their exit.
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