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OCTOBER 6, 2010

Second, it takes up valuable space on your résumé that can be used to highlight your strengths and achievements. Many people mistakenly put references directly on their résumés. This is not a good idea for several reasons. First, anyone who has access to your résumé can call these folks about you.

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JULY 26, 2010

For more on how to used LinkedIn for this purpose, I recommend you join Nathan Kievman’s Linked Strategies Group, or click on his profile: [link] Up, up and away you go. if you can’t support that with a smashing resume you’re still nowhere! I make a point of stressing how important networking is, but then.

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MARCH 21, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection While in Transition, Are You Keeping Pace with Technology? And that makes it even more difficult to stay abreast with. Leave a Reply Click here to cancel reply.

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AUGUST 29, 2010

It’s up to the job seeker to solicit that help by asking others for their opinions. Of course, unfortunately, those who’d paid for such services were left high and dry. As a professional career coach, I say unequivocally that everyone in transition should get with their job search.

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JUNE 14, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection A Cover Letter is NOT Optional! On June 14, 2010, In Resume Writing by Debra Wheatman , By CareersDoneWrite.com 0 What’s the value of writing a cover letter?

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AUGUST 2, 2010

She’s seen over 600,000 resumes and knows how hiring authorities think and how they hire. Sign up for her free newsletter and receive a comprehensive resume report in return! In a bad match, both parties will be unhappy and resistant to being changed by the other. She’s also been featured as an expert in numerous career books.

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Job Advice Blog

MAY 15, 2010

No record keeping: It is important to keep a list or spreadsheet of some kind so you can review to whom you have sent your resume or the contacts made. Your records will allow you to follow-up when appropriate and supports your organized approach (see above.) Identifying a few niche job boards where you can post your resume.

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JUNE 30, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection Investing in Your Interview Wardrobe Pays Dividends On June 30, 2010, In Interview Skills by Alex Freund , By Alex Freund 0 The day for your interview has been scheduled.

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Job Advice Blog

APRIL 22, 2010

Referenced on your resume and your cover letter should be the best number(s) to reach you. If you were unavailable, why did you pick up in the first place? You should be ready to talk; this means that your resume should be in front of you. You are selling your skills and accomplishments during the call.

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JUNE 29, 2010

Having worked with clients at various levels of their careers, transition is an area that comes up time and again. It is up to you to make sure that your strategy and resulting plan is well thought out. Other times, you want to do something different – explore new options. There is no doubt that a transition is a tough thing.

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OCTOBER 6, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection paralyzed by the need to be perfect? When you begin to pick up the pieces, the interviewer should tell you not to bother. Don’t give away your power.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

Why didn't I keep my skills/certifications up-to-date?" Catch up on what the person is doing, such as the current challenges. Take a free online course, sign up for a community college class or attend a seminar. Do you have a resume ready? Are your skills up to date? Up your game. Big mistake.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, November 17, 2009 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job market While I knew there was a good chance the unemployment rate would go up, when I heard the latest figures were 10.2

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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. I wonder if I’m smart enough to hold up a conversation with anyone.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

Census data show that more employers are letting workers set up home offices to get work done with 61 percent more workers considering home their primary workplace in 2009 compared with 2005. If you're looking for remote work, Fell says you can get the attention of those hiring such workers: • Spiff up your LinkedIn profile.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 30 March, 2009 When working isnt fun: Ho hum, ho hum, its off to work I go. When an opportunity came up, I went for it. Working is something we all have to do, but when it loses our interest, it makes it pretty hard to get up in the morning and make the commute in. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Thursday, September 17, 2009 What to Do When Youve Run Off Into a Career Ditch If I could leave you with one thought today, it would be this: You are a work in progress. Works everytime!

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DECEMBER 1, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, December 1, 2009 Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y? Like the rest of job hunters, Generation Y has found jobs can be tough to come by, even with their skills.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 24 February, 2009 Guest Post: What Makes Virtual Administrative Assistants Work? Make sure your resume is up to scratch: Your resume should list your skills, your experience in working as a virtual assistant, and any other capabilities that you think potential employers are looking for.

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JANUARY 1, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 1 January, 2009 Happy New Year! As we head into the New Year it will be easy to forget and put 2008 instead of 2009. Until you remember on your own what year you are in, this is a good back up system. All the best in 2009. Lets enjoy our day together.© Happy New Year everyone!

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JULY 20, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 20 July, 2009 I look like that!! I was in a workshop today on presentation skills and one of the things they had us do was present something to the group while they filmed us. Helene Sinclair July 21, 2009 Anonymoussaid. July 21, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Keep up the good work!

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Guest Blogger: David B. Youve sent out dozens, or maybe even hundreds, of resumes and cover letters. Youve posted your resume on all the top job boards plus the various industry-focused and niche job sites related to your type of work. Lets grow together!

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FEBRUARY 21, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 21 February, 2009 Thats not my job! If a conference comes up and they are looking for someone to do the registration, we can step in and do that or we can organize it from start to finish. Who better than the admins to come up with something that works. February 22, 2009 Patricia Robb said.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 7, 2010

In 2008, Linda Woody was a stay-at-home mom for two daughters, sometimes picking up work as a public-relations consultant. 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 You just have to be connected and not give up. in Mount Laurel, N.J.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 28, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 28 December, 2009 Now that is dedication.Executive Assistant donates kidney to her boss My assistant sent me a link to a story about an Executive Assistant in British Columbia, Canada, who gave the gift of life by donating a kidney to her boss. December 29, 2009 Helene Sinclairsaid. " Warning!

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

Wednesday, November 25, 2009 What Are You Thankful For? I am thankful for the new skills I have received and the old skills I have improved. Not only are you improving your skills and adding to your resume, you are making yourself more indispensable and an asset to your company or the next one. Lets grow together!

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OCTOBER 31, 2009

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 October, 2009 A twelve step program to survive as an Admin My grandson has started walking. He takes about 12 steps, squats and rejoices in his accomplishment, then he gets up and walks another 12 steps and squats again to repeat the process. He has a unique way of walking. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 September, 2009 Atlanta, Georgia: The City that Smiles I recently arrived in Atlanta, Georgia to attend OfficeArrow s Lift Summit on Social Media. Click on that and you will find a wealth of templates from a resume, cover letter, minutes, agenda and many others. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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JANUARY 31, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 31 January, 2009 Housecleaning in Word 2007: Customizing your Dictionary Something you should do every once in awhile is to clean up your dictionary in Word. I have the software at home, but havent gotten the gumption up to load it yet. Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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APRIL 8, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 8 April, 2009 April 22nd - Administrative Professionals Day It often amazes me that a day is set aside for our profession. The last Board dinner I arranged the person from the hotel who was assigned to us came up to me and said, "It is so nice when things are organized. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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AUGUST 29, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 August, 2009 Managing your Bosss Inbox Nowadays our bosses are busy almost 24/7 and in order to cope they need our help managing their e-mail account. I can hardly keep up with my own e-mails at times let alone someone elses account, but that is part of my job. August 31, 2009 Suzanne said.

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APRIL 27, 2012

Sure I am, but I tell him to wait for a new resume, as I’d found a couple small problems with the one he had. As of this writing, he hasn’t gotten back with me, even after I shot him a follow up email! I knew, I told him, and he replies asking for a copy of my resume. Sounded good to me, so I shot him a formal copy of my resume.

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APRIL 27, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 27 April, 2009 New Hire Overload I remember starting a new job at a law firm and on my first day I was handed a 3-inch white binder and told to read it. The sooner they are up to speed, the sooner they will be able to contribute to the team and that helps everyone. May 04, 2009 Peachon said.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 14 February, 2009 Just a secretary. February 18, 2009 Zelma De Souzasaid. Zelma De Souza Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates February 25, 2009 Patricia Robb said. I am a mother as well, but my daughter is grown up and I am now a grandmother. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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FEBRUARY 22, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 22 February, 2009 Protocol for addressing Canadian and foreign dignitaries A reader asked if I would post on the proper protocol to address Canadian dignitaries such as the Prime Minister or other Ministers in the government. February 23, 2009 Patricia Robb said. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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JULY 29, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 29 July, 2009 Monty Python Officeland One of my former bosses said working with me was like being in a Monty Python movie. Since I got in at 9 and my boss was in an hour before me, I knew he had probably seen it already so decided to suck it up and just go in and ask him. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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DECEMBER 12, 2009

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 12 December, 2009 On the job tips for new Admins. I started this blog to share the knowledge I had picked up over the years either from other administrative assistants, my bosses or from trial and error. I also use Tasks in Outlook to follow up on electronic items. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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