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. How do I get a recommendation letter from my boss for a new job hunt without raising suspicion or improve my situation without my boss’ help? HR will usually call 2-3 people for a quick phone chat.

Job Hunting 40

Job Hunting Promotion PowerPoint Negotiating 40

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. It can take weeks, even months, to nail the job you want. For example, does the boss prefer face-to-face communication or phone calls and e-mail?

Job Hunting 100

Job Hunting Resume Cubicle Networking 100

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.

Resume 100

Resume Job Hunting Cover Letter Interviewing 100

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.

Resume 100

Resume Job Hunting Cover Letter Interviewing 100

On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Ask your boss for opportunities to train in other departments, or to attend seminars or classes at a local university. Your resume should always be able to reflect that you’ve kept up on the latest training and skills. Attend an event or sign up for an online class that really challenges you. Pick up the phone.

Gifts 100

Gifts 2009 Social Media 2010 100

On The Job

OCTOBER 28, 2009

Atkins says class action lawsuits related to wage and hour claims outnumber all other class action lawsuits combined. That includes, she says, anything introduced into the work environment with personal handheld devices such as smart phones, which can show videos or photos. Just some friendly advice from The Resume Chick.

2009 100

2009 Job Hunting Telecommuting Networking 100

On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Hochwarter over the phone. I've also interviewed people who are like deer frozen in the headlights, refusing to retrain in a dead-end profession or just sending out resumes to big job boards. Let's just hope everyone gets the message that this isn't the same old, same old job market. Keep up the good work!

2009 100

2009 Self Esteem AT&T Skills 100