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The Four Horsemen of the Mandated Return to Office

Allwork

23, that all salaried employees would have to return to the office three days a week. Or consider a National Bureau of Economic Research paper about a study at Trip.com, one of the largest travel agencies in the world. Even finance, the industry leading the charge for returning to the office, suffered significant churn.

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What can assistants expect in 2015?

Practically Perfect PA

I genuinely think 2014 was a turning point in our industry and I think 2015 will see a consolidation of our efforts to take our profession forward. I am very optimistic about 2015, here are a few reasons why… Employment opportunities and salary. There are advancements in the travel industry every year. Technology.

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A day in the life: Danielle Howes, Linley

Practically Perfect PA

Prior to this I worked for a large International Marketing Agency organising events and promotions for one of the UKs biggest retailers. I don’t really have a hard part of the day, I used to work in marketing for a large agency and that was gruelling so I appreciate the nice work environment and work life balance I currently have.

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The Structural Shift to a Contingent Workforce

Small Business Labs

Compare the capabilities and vested interest of salaried employees versus contracted professionals. My own experience: December '09, while everyone was getting laid off, I quit my job as executive creative director at a marketing agency and started a a network of media and marketing partners. Web/Tech women work/life balance

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Answering Reader Mail: From Lawyer to Executive Assistant?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I like many aspects of my job, but the most important thing for me is working for the right company, in the right industry and with the potential for growth, and my current position offers none of those things. The shortest route is to look for temp work thru agencies or TaskRabbit, Craiglist, or volunteer. 2) How manageable are you?

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21 Tips for Job Hunting - A Comprehensive Strategy

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I love doing informationals because I like learning about what people do, even if I am not in that industry, and perhaps get an office tour down the line, and make a new friend if they introduce me to someone else. They all have different clients and cater to different parts of the city or industries. I try to help others when I can.

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Experience vs. a university degree part two

Practically Perfect PA

Every situation is different and I think it depends on the industry you work in. If you are expected to know about a specific industry or style of management then yes a degree would be necessary – but in most cases you only need to know what your direct support wants you to know and you can only learn that on the job from them.

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