Practically Perfect PA

JULY 27, 2017

No surprise then that the vast majority of employers now use video as part of their interview process, saying it saves a significant amount of time on face-to-face interviews and gives hiring managers a strong understanding of who will fit in a specific role and company culture. However, what if (like me!) Surroundings.

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Allwork

APRIL 29, 2024

According to a survey published by StandOutCV , the average job seeker needs to make at least 27 applications to land just one job interview. On average, the research deduced that the average person has to submit 162 job applications to land a job. 18% of U.S.

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Allwork

MAY 5, 2022

In a Q&A with HireVue Interim CMO Amanda Hahn, she explained how companies and recruiters can do their part in closing the gender pay gap. . Nearly 2 in 5 employed women are job-hunting, with higher pay as the goal, according to a survey from ResumeBuilder. . Here are some more key highlights from the survey: .

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 9, 2013

So you’ve bagged a job interview, you’ve picked your outfit, you’ve researched the company and planned a few answers. You’ve made your way to the company building and have managed to get through all of the tricky questions. What is the company most proud of? ’ stage of the process.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 15, 2013

Here are 10 things to consider as you conduct your job hunt. To conduct a job hunt confidentially, only tell those people you MUST (the recruiters you are interviewing with, etc). Plan ahead how you will juggle job hunting and your current schedule. What's the correct approach? Give proper notice.

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Success

MAY 1, 2023

Gone are the days when job applicants scrambled to update their privacy settings and delete compromising photos of party nights from their social accounts before a job interview. That was enough to invite her for an interview,” she says. LinkedIn is expected. Everything else?

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Success

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

They leave their current jobs only to quickly go on to new and better ones, or they start with great ideas that turn into great businesses. Meanwhile, maybe you’ve been looking for a job for a while and haven’t been able to find something, or you finally snagged that interview only to never hear back from the company.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

I had always meant to do a post on job searching and so I figured, why not now? AKA – Kiyomi’s 21-Step Job Hunt Strategy 1) Contact everyone you know in a personalized, positive, fun email When I first graduated college and whenever I am seeking new opportunities, I will literally email everyone I know.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 30, 2014

I’ve written four blog posts on interview questions specific to PAs, EAs and Administrative Assistants and they are all extremely popular so I thought I’d add another ten questions that I have been asked at various interviews over the years and my answers. In my next blog I will look at those dreaded scenario based questions.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 21, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt I hear from a lot of people who are out of work. Don’t set the bar so high. Mark James said. be Confident.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

Over the last few years I’ve changed employers a number of times and so have had to face quite a few interviews. After finishing university in 2003 I was lucky because there were plenty of jobs available in London. So what happens when you do land that all important first interview? Why do you want to leave your current job?

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2013

Following on from Monday’s blog here are another five interview question and answers specifically for assistants. I think at the time his position in the company was under threat and to compensate he would try to exert power over me by giving me very menial tasks and could be quite disrespectful. How do you work within a team?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 13, 2011

Here are some tips as your career progresses that will affect how you job hunt. The lower-level admin you are the more jobs there are. Whether you are a department assistant or work for a smaller company, you will be able to find a job more easily. Those jobs support the President, CEO, CTO, CFO, and Chairman.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

FEBRUARY 9, 2008

I had an interview at 11, but I was busy with my job, my father was in the hospital and I was trying to arrange an engagement party for my daughter. I finally decided that they would just have to take me as I was because I didn't have the time to do everything I knew I should be doing to prepare for this interview.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 10, 2012

So if you have a good credit score it’s more peace of mind for your executive and company. There are numerous examples of people stealing from companies or doing illegal things. One of the most surprising things for me was to learn that not all companies will give you an expense account or a company credit card.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 6, 2015

We all know what the companies stand for. There are a number of opportunities to sell your personal brand during the job hunting process. During the interview is your time to shine. It will also allow you to remain focused during the interview as you will be able to relate each question back to your key attributes.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 22, 2010

But the reason I feel so strongly about giving them as much information about the workplace as possible is because I hear all too often from employers who have unbelievable tales about young people who come in for interviews and say, "So, what is it you do here?" Don't just show up for an interview and say, "So what is it you do here?"

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 13, 2011

Lately I've been poking around online trying to see what else is out there for self-branding and job hunting. We swapped stories about interview attire. A friend of mine got her job via a Facebook status update when she ranted "I need a job!" It has paid off where I got a phone call or an interview.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

It is the way of the world that you will be judged by your photo so keep it sober, especially if you are job hunting. Job hunting. When job hunting do make sure your profile is up to date. Follow companies on LinkedIn you would like to work for as they will post latest their news and jobs.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

In my previous blog I looked at some of the common questions interviewers ask and the answers I would give if I had an interview, the examples are personal to me but hopefully will help you think about how you structure your answers. It was hard work but I learnt a lot and had a great job on my CV as soon as I finished my degree”.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

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? Short of that, looking for a new job elsewhere is your second best bet. While you have a job, recruiters are much happier to steal you away to their company instead.

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On The Job

JULY 9, 2018

They will try to scam you with fake job offers, lure you into giving them money or even try to steal all your personal information. Before you fall into any of these traps, here's what you need to know about work-from-home jobs: 1. If someone wants to interview you about a job, you need to communicate via phone or email.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 9, 2015

As a PA you know you have the organisational skills to rule the world and actually know your company well enough do half the jobs in the place if push came to shove. If they do pay for your training it may commit you to working at the company for a period of time, but it is worth it if it gets you one step closer to your goal.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

Over the last 10 years I have been employed full time in 6 different companies. Is that a lot of jobs for one decade? But I have left a job because it was completely mis-sold (having stuck it out for a year) and another I left because the opportunity to move to Barcelona came along both of which are slightly unusual.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Job-hunting tactics that worked even a few years ago may appear passé, while using fresh strategies can help professionals stand out among a large applicant pool. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut during the job hunt,” said Robert Hosking, executive director of OfficeTeam. “If Wait until a position is advertised to apply.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 7, 2010

Six months later, as the economy grew worse and Woody wasn't getting anywhere with her job-hunting efforts, she had a conversation with her sister. She told me that I needed to act and dress like I had a job, and so the next day I should get up and put on a suit," Woody says. "I I thought that was hilarious.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 10, 2017

Hello New & Returning Readers, About 2 years ago I wrote an in-depth post about how I job hunt. AKA – Kiyomi’s 10 Tips for Setting Up Your Social Media & Internet Presence Safely to Improve Your Job Search & to Protect Yourself They say that the interview starts even before you’ve walked through the door and it’s true.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 25, 2022

When recruiters are assisted with tools ranging from AI resume parsers and automated job listing to interview scheduling, recruiting staff can focus their energy on engaging with top candidates and augmenting their recruitment brand. Mobile recruitment can't be ignored today by recruiters.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 11, 2011

In my career, it's not often that one is tested during a screening process or for a job interview. However, I have noticed a lot of private companies or companies that value exceptional talent and have a great interview process do test their applicants. I'm shocked more companies aren't doing this in general.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 26, 2016

Example interview questions and answers specifically for assistants. Questions to ask during an interview. Preparing for the perfect pa job Download the Practically Perfect PA eBook Download our free eBook. Making the most of your CV. Covering cover letters. How to stand out in a crowded market. Working with a new Executive.

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Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

So you’ve aced your interview and you’ve been offered the job. If you didn’t ask this question during the interview process, you can always ask to speak to your potential employer again to get a view of the culture. The future of your role and the company. How exciting! The culture. Download the eBook.

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On The Job

APRIL 12, 2013

Read this latest column I did for Gannett/USA Today and see if your job search doesn''t need the same. If you have had a long winter of job searching with no luck, you may need to freshen up your job-hunting strategy, career experts say. Spend time learning about organizations where you''d like to work.

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Job Advice Blog

AUGUST 2, 2010

And people are doing this more than ever in this market, as they continue to go about job searches totally backwards and how they give themselves away on the interview. We do the “square peg in a round hole&# especially with relationships and with jobs. Every person is unique, and every company and job is unique.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

We have been getting calls every week, sometimes daily, from experienced executive assistants at the top of their game that have been let go from their companies. Companies they have been with for 10, 12, 25+ years! Companies they have a stellar track-record with that came to the point where they had to let them go. Jane Admin.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

We have been getting calls every week, sometimes daily, from experienced executive assistants at the top of their game that have been let go from their companies. Companies they have been with for 10, 12, 25+ years! Companies they have a stellar track-record with that came to the point where they had to let them go. Jane Admin.

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On The Job

AUGUST 27, 2008

I think it's that way for many people who get caught up in interviewing for a job they really, really want. We all know that when we interview we're supposed to ask intelligent questions about the job, the company, the industry, etc. It can also reflect a general lack of pride by the workers in their company.

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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. It can take weeks, even months, to nail the job you want. Those workers who are willing to pitch in and help out are seen as a benefit the company and other employees.

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