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NOT, “Just An Admin!”

Office Dynamics

It began several years ago when I started working for Mr. H as a temp. What started out as a two-week assignment ended up lasting for seven years! He asked me to find a location, negotiate a lease, remodel the space if needed and take care of all interior decorating and procurement. I was a change agent, confidant and advisor.

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Why Everyone Wants Small Businesses as Customers

Small Business Labs

.   BTW, this quote pretty much sums up 1 of the 4 key reasons more firms are targeting small businesses. Enterprises have gotten so good at contract analysis and negotiation that it's very hard to wring profits out of this segment. . These are: 1. and global economy. as target markets. as target markets.

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Answering Reader Mail: How Long is it Fair to be a Temp for a Job?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

The staffing agent asked if I was open to temp to perm, even though the position was for a full time EA, he feels the CEO may need time to see if it is a good fit. I have no idea how long "temp" is considered before they would offer the permanent position. It feels like a bait and switch and there are no guarantees.

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