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Answering Reader Mail: Finding Temp Agencies in Los Angeles

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JH recently wrote me and asked the following question, "With so many temp agencies out there, I don't know which is/isn't good. I was wondering if you could give me the name of the temp agency you worked with. The best strategy is to sign up with every single temp agency in town. Thanks so much in advance!"

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Answering Reader Mail: How Long is it Fair to be a Temp for a Job?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

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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Handling Job Loss & 8 Tips to Get Back On Track

Office Dynamics

You've got to get a great resume in order that sells you and your expertise. The approach to resume writing and interviewing has changed. Many times, a computer is sifting through resumes and kicking them out if the right word was not used in the resume. Keep networking and see if anyone can direct you.

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Answering Reader Mail: Re-Entering the Admin Field

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

My question regards the difficulty I am having in reentering the admin support field despite the fact that I have ten years of office management and administrative support experience. I thoroughly enjoy the diversity of these positions, the project management, and the role of admin support. Cast a wider net and be flexible.

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Handling Job Loss & 8 Tips to Get Back On Track

Office Dynamics

You've got to get a great resume in order that sells you and your expertise. The approach to resume writing and interviewing has changed. Many times, a computer is sifting through resumes and kicking them out if the right word was not used in the resume. Keep networking and see if anyone can direct you.

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Answering Reader Mail

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Travel and event planning is handled by admin assistants, dept assistants, coordinators, project managers, production assistants, producers, production coordinators, wives, estate managers, nannies, personal assistants, husbands, managers, directors, executive producers, and associate producers. Timing is everything.

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13 Best Recruitment Podcasts Recruiters Need To Listen To [Updated]

Recruit CRM

With recruitment networking events put to hold due to Covid-19, gather inspiration from these amazing podcasts that we've shortlisted. With episodes on the recent economic downturn to everything about going beyond a resume while hiring, you'll love listening to its episodes. Think about that for a minute.