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12 Efficiency Secrets of the World’s Busiest People

Success

Most achievers have no trouble codifying clear goals but then let time-sucking “opportunities” creep into calendars. But you can make a conscious decision to put the lion’s share of your focus on priorities that bring you closer to Goal City, and not let others control your time. You can’t hit a target you can’t see, so you set goals.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. Be mindful of your end goal – you need to tie in your request for L&D to your current position and how it will prepare you and your boss for the future. Will the request tie in with one of your appraisal goals?

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Write The Best Job Descriptions In 7 Easy Steps | Free Templates

Recruit CRM

Here are three core pointers of a good job description: Explains the reality of the role Showcases the organisation's culture, and A bit of marketing for the company In short, a job description is used for a variety of reasons— starting from the most obvious, which is recruiting, determining salary ranges, creating job goals, job titles and more.

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Answering Reader Mail: Confidential Job Hunts, Raises, Promotions & Better Projects

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I would like to get better assignments, promoted, or get a raise before a few more years go by. You also have more negotiating leverage for a better salary and projects. Progressive work experience is always a smart goal. We discussed it at length and I “have” my boss’ support. There are many admin or office type positions.

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Job descriptions for Personal Assistants – Merited or inherited?

Practically Perfect PA

It is imperative to be proactive about self-promotion in order to showcase your skills, achievements and personal brand. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others. Key results expected – ideally SMART goals – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Timely. The role has changed and so must we.

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4 Strategies to Help You Get More Money This Year

On The Job

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, September 22, 2009 4 Strategies to Help You Get More Money This Year Are you going to get a raise this year? He advises when negotiating for pay, you should: Time it right.

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Answering Reader Mail: Making A Splash Without Changing Everything

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I found your blog while researching EA positions and I'm hooked! Great work on the blog, and thanks very much!” Dear MA, Congratulations on the new role and promotion! Good for you! :) I am so glad you found my blog and are hooked! Don't forget to bookmark or follow this blog. You can just write “Thx!”