On The Job

MARCH 8, 2012

Is it really a big deal to lie on a resume? Nearly 35 percent of resumes are estimated to contain blatant lies about education, experience or the skills to perform a specific job. Of course, as employers have become savvier about lies on resumes, job seekers have become more adept at trying to fudge the truth.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 7, 2018

We regularly see interest in our certificate-based designation programs, World Class Assistant Certification program or our Star Achievement Series® Certification and Designation curriculum. First and foremost, it is not a document, paper, degree, certification or designation that makes a world class or star assistant.

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Success

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

But one by one, every student in the class was called before him, leaving him the last one to be chosen. Learning from others’ success stories Howes says he lives mask-free now, comfortable in both his shortcomings and his newfound skills in marketing and communication, which he didn’t tap into until after his wrist injury.

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Success

OCTOBER 11, 2021

In other words, it addressed the unmet demand of adult learners seeking skills training. Seek online resumes, network on LinkedIn, and find the person who checks all the boxes you need. In the interview, passion about your company and mission are great. Study your product and the marketplace thoughtfully.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 3, 2018

Avoid burnout by bringing your unique talents and skills to your position. Enhance work skills by learning as much as you can about the programs you use, organizational tips and meeting coordination. Share your positive attitude with others. A positive outlook can make any position, day of chaos or routine task fulfilling.

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On The Job

MARCH 28, 2008

Have you ever had a job interview and felt like it was going well until the hiring manager asked you a question and you thought: "Holy Sh**!" What skills do you feel you need to improve?" then the hiring manager will probably toss your resume in the shredder as soon as you leave. It might be something like: 1. del.icio.us.

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A Great Day's Work

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Are you equipped with the work experience, skills, and qualities desired by the employer? Do you believe your cover letter and resume would be pulled by the Human Resources staff to schedule an interview among the hundreds of applicants? There are many ways to acquire knowledge and skills today. Are you keeping up?

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On The Job

APRIL 12, 2013

When you take the research and networking route, you benefit from the opportunity to be referred for a job, which statistically improves your chances to win an interview." Evaluate job descriptions before writing your resume," she says. "Then make sure you make a case for why you are the right fit to solve those problems.

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On The Job

MAY 31, 2011

Now, I'm going to write a post for college graduates who are jobless -- and it has nothing to do with writing a resume or brushing up on interview skills. Just think of this as the class they never gave in summer school. Take a dance class. Improve your handwriting. I know, I know.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 19, 2012

There was a point in my career when I spent $1000 on a job interview. I had been headhunted by a major company through a word of mouth referral and their interview process required taking a few different skills tests. Except the time when I got headhunted and when I had taken the classes was obviously many years apart.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

I want to control my own destiny, so I've put on my sea legs, spiffed up the resume I left with you, put together a dynamic resume kit packet and a teaser including my brochure (developed at World Class Assistant Part 2), hoping to get through the door of a company I've been eying. One day later, and they bit! Jane Admin.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

I want to control my own destiny, so I've put on my sea legs, spiffed up the resume I left with you, put together a dynamic resume kit packet and a teaser including my brochure (developed at World Class Assistant Part 2), hoping to get through the door of a company I've been eying. One day later, and they bit! Jane Admin.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 12, 2010

The job-hunting experience can be a stressful one: sending out resumes, interviewing, sending out more resumes and interviewing again. Grow your skills. Attend seminars that provide you with new skills, or consider taking a class to further hone your talents. Finally, you get the position you desire.

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Jen Lawrence

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Whether you’re an administrative professional looking for a way to validate your skill set or a manager looking to contribute to your admin’s professional development ( thank you, thank you, thank you ), certification is the perfect step. I’ve worked hard to expand my business acumen and build up a toolbox of skills.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Only so my resume would get past hiring managers. Yes as it was a degree in journalism, therefore my grammar skills come in handy as does the investigative side! The job market was very competitive when I began my career and my degree was mentioned each time I interviewed. My experience and my natural skills.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 16, 2018

A: Live classes were always the best vehicle for me to learn. Q: As a business owner and busy executive what top skills can an assistant bring that support you the most? A: You are going to be very surprised by my answers because they are not going to be the typical administrative skills most people would mention.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Wright, Author So Youve Got the Job Interview - Now What? 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. This morning the phone rang - youve got an interview!

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Eat Your Career

JULY 1, 2013

What that means is that you have the opportunity to really make yourself stand out from the crowd by proactively expanding your skills on a regular basis. 3. It keeps your skills up-to-date and razor sharp. In truth, we only use a fraction of our skills and abilities on a regular basis. You want to get stronger, not weaker!

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Allwork

JUNE 5, 2023

Examine the ripple effect that technology has on society, encompassing education and essential skills acquisition. Also, you have a great podcast, which I’ve been lucky enough to be a guest on about the social responsibility at work and your interview change makers who are actively creating solutions for this mission.

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Eat Your Career

JULY 21, 2010

Workbooks Stress Management Workbook Time Management Magic Reinvent Your Career Workbook More Tasty Goodness Career Management Consulting Job Interview Coaching Resume Revision Group Training & Public Speaking Eat My WHAT?! Why go through the hassle of building a resume? Get out into the world and use your skills.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 22, 2023

I actually at graduation, when they put like the sash around you, I I was like, top 10% of my class, which I had no idea. And I guess the other thing that was surprising about that one in high school like right before graduation, they announced like, half the class wasn’t gonna pass unless they got their grades up. So I did that.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 17, 2010

When you invest time and money to grow your skill sets, you will take that with you the rest of your life. First, you have to see that you need to continually upgrade your skills, attitudes, and behaviors. Within 2 days, we received over 258 resumes and within a week, we had over 600! No one can ever take that away from you.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 17, 2010

When you invest time and money to grow your skill sets, you will take that with you the rest of your life. First, you have to see that you need to continually upgrade your skills, attitudes, and behaviors. Within 2 days, we received over 258 resumes and within a week, we had over 600! No one can ever take that away from you.

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Training Resume Management Skills 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

However, even after taking many classes on the various programs I still haven’t gotten any new tasks. One of the best ways to get a raise is to try to ask for more responsibility and increase your skills and talents much like you did. We discussed it at length and I “have” my boss’ support. Happy job hunting and keep me posted!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

As he's been interviewing everyone would ask him the same questions. It got to the point where he realized he had no "real world business skills" that were universal to all businesses. Being a location manager, a producer, a celebrity personal assistant doesn't have a uniform job description and skill set.

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On The Job

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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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

New South Wales Australia Time) Turning Soft Skills Into Tangible and Recognizable Skills That You Can (and Should) Bring to The Office Conference December 6/7, 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia IQPC’s 8th Executive and Personal Assistant Summit is on again in 2010! (New Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 31, 2009

During a break in the class, I was sitting at my assigned Telex and it started typing. I bet they never asked you that question at a job interview). Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Time Zones 2010 IAAP International 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 26, 2014

I also knew everything I was feeling was very true for me, but also confusing because if my boss didn’t need me, I wouldn’t have a job, I wouldn’t get a paycheck, and I wouldn’t have all this experience to put on my resume. Outside of work, I started to take classes at night (and even on the weekends). How did I learn this?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 28, 2009

1) This candidate has no current computer or technology skills. Work part-time, have a challenging and consistent volunteer position, continue to take classes for certification, return to school, or start your own at-home business. The goal is to have something to write on your resume to show you weren't professionally stagnant.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 16, 2012

Sign up with the major job hunting sites with your resume and profile, join social network sites geared towards work, and meet with every temp agency in town just to be safe. It also means going on job interviews or meeting with any agency that calls you because they will often keep you in their database when the right job does come up.

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Recruit CRM

MAY 13, 2021

Hiring Manager_Name] is currently reviewing all applications, and we’re expecting to schedule on-site interviews by the end of the following week. If yes then we can reschedule the interview. I also told you last time that we would keep your resume in our database and reach out to you whenever the first need arises.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, December 28, 2009 10 gifts to give your career As the gift-giving season draws to a close, it’s time to remember that you still have one more gift left to bestow: The gift of a better career.

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Recruit CRM

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Ever wondered why recruiters do not even see 70% of the resumes ? If you think the resume is going to be carefully analysed by a recruiter in the first go, then you're wrong. If you think the resume is going to be carefully analysed by a recruiter in the first go, then you're wrong. The resume gets first processed by an ATS.

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 13, 2009

Many freelancers don’t have to send their resumes to people anymore, so those degrees don’t see a lot of action, but they’re there, collecting dust on our walls. Look at the names of the classes you chose to take. Figure out what interested you most about every single class you ever took. Remember what you did in them.

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Success

JULY 17, 2021

But the way we process them can be skilled or not. That’s part of the resume, but those descriptions fall short. Ahh, the question on everyone’s mind, that everyone thinks is too simple to ask in front of the class. Then after some reflection I realized that all my natural skills were perfect for coaching.”.

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 15, 2009

I imagine at the time she knew just what a difference it would have made in her workplace to have been able to leave that question of gender unanswered when we were still at the resume stage of the proceedings. She didn’t have her own company yet, and she had been handing out resumes not that long ago herself. Not nearly.

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