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Riding that Job Wave

Who's the Real Boss?

It’s a given though, that as the years have gone by that they have obtained more experience, and been exposed to greater responsibilities, as they’ve developed internally. Be upfront in your cover letter. But I know that this is a generational thing that can be hard for the older generations to grasp.

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Employee Files: What to include, what to leave out, and what’s confidential

BMT Office Administration

These types of files include: Cover letters Resumes Employment applications References Interview notes Remember not to include any pre-hire documents that must be kept confidential, such as an employee’s I-9 form. Also, you’re legally obligated to retain these records for at least one year by the EEOC.

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Is Your Resume Hot? Or a HOT mess?

Melissa Peoples

At first blush, my pride flared up and my internal Vanessa started to craft a sassy retort to the gentleman about the awesomeness of my resume, yada yada. For most administrative professionals, the majority of our roles contain functions that recur, such as calendar management, expense reporting and travel arrangements.

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How NOT to Get the Freelance Job - and What to Do | Men With Pens

Men With Pens

That way it’d be easier to filter out all the cover letters containing such qualities… Jack Busch´s last blog. I once applied for a job at my favorite museum and my cover letter read: “I had a mini-heart attack when I found out you guys were hiring.&# Marian Schembari´s last blog.

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