Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

Oh and don’t worry I can’t see technology taking jobs away from us any time soon! 87% of companies now have a social media presence so it is becoming increasingly important for assistants to understand social media and in 2014 to go one step further and have a social media presences themselves. Social Media.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 13, 2016

My boss, the CEO, got fired in September last year and the company still hasn't started the process to replace him. The company has told me they value me and want me to stay on, but it's been seven months now and I don't have any work to do, despite offering my services to a variety of Partners. Look for a job CONFIDENTIALLY.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

Also look thru your employee handbook to save as much money as possible with your company matching 401k program and pre-tax contributions, employee discounts and perks, paid on going education, flexible spending accounts, etc. You should have 3 savings accounts - retirement, rainy day, and emergency. Do a great job.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

My Dad was 10 months from retirement when the refinery closed, and had a frail knee and back after being injured on the job. Ive never been in a union, but Ive been close to those who have -- my Dad and the hundreds of employees who worked in dangerous conditions and went on strike when the company wouldnt agree to better conditions.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

Prior to this role, I supported 4 Executives at a Security company for 8 years and loved it but they relocated the division to another city so that's how I ended up where I am currently. I knew I didn’t want to job hunt for more than 6-9 months if I didn’t have to. I’m not sure how your job hunting experience was.

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On The Job

JUNE 1, 2009

He was not surprised to hear how many people were willing to leave jobs -- even entire careers -- and join the job hunt. “A They can’t even look forward to retirement, because they’re going to have to work longer now. One 20-year-veteran of property management recently told Blume that her job was “eating her soul.”

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Then, I did what I always did: I picked up the phone and started asking experts on how job seekers could succeed in this tough market. Phil Haynes says it’s these kinds of blunders that can prevent a job seeker from finding a position, but he says a revamped strategy can help bring success. That’s a lot of jobs opening up.”

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

After only 2 weeks, I found a great company through a staffing agency and the position was full time working for a wonderful CEO. I did very well on my interviews and it's down to me and one other EA who already has a full time job. I am a dynamic, successful EA with 2 long term business relationships spanning 26 years.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

I also cover a lot of ground because I admit, I don't know all the specifics of the situation, you, your boss, dept, or company either. 2) The previous assistant is assigned to work for a different boss at the old company, perhaps even whoever will replace their previous boss. This is why I urge you to tread carefully with others.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Heres the column I did for Gannett: They have been called unflattering names such as the “Entitlement Generation” or “Generation Me,” but young people seeking jobs these days may have a new name: realistic. Interning is supposed to get you ahead, to help you find a job but now it seems people are just taking advantage. I think so.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 21, 2009

For example, while baby boomers may be thought of as nearing retirement, the truth is that many in their 50s these days have begun new careers in new industries and may be more than 20 or more years from retiring – if they retire at all, Lynch says. 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job.

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