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Answering Reader Mail

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I work at a travel and event planning agency. Unlike catering or gifts where the EA has a lot of decision-making power, travel is usually dictated by the powers that be. Most large companies have in house travel department or a pre-approved vendor and agency list. Call every single temping agency in town. Happy reading!

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The Full Interview - The Person Behind the Professional

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I found every single one of my jobs through a temping agency or by referral. I learned through informational interviews that I should apply to temp agencies. That one unassuming, non-meaty, first temp gig got me my first CEO EA job and eventually my promotion to project manager down the road. My best stress reliever is.’

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Introducing the SUCCESS 125

Success

Leigh Burgess is a creative strategist who uses her gifts to help others. Through her proficiency in project management, communications and new business and technology initiatives, Burgess has led executive-level projects and enjoys solving big problems or challenges that make the world a better place. Leigh Burgess.

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