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4 Ways to Leverage Your Comprehensive Professional Portfolio Strategy

All Things Admin

An executive, hiring manager, interviewer, or recruiter can go through this cohesive, easy-to-read collection of career highlights and instantly see the value you bring to an organization. Job Interviews. Most people who show up for a job interview are going to say that they can do the job. Why else would they be applying?)

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21 Tips for Job Hunting - A Comprehensive Strategy

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

2) Ask to meet for fun and to conduct informational interviews When you send out an email as mentioned above, those who are happy to hear from you and want to help you will respond. You can hang out with your friend and informally conduct an informational interview. Those who are too busy will probably just read it and delete.

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My Boss Has Been Fired. Now what?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

It’s not unheard of that while a CEO is about to retire they start looking about 2-5 years prior to their exit. You really enjoyed working there, but you look forward to learning new things and new adventures, etc. State that on your resume, in your cover letter, over the phone, and don’t tell anyone at work.

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Answering Reader Mail: From Lawyer to Executive Assistant?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Whether based on your cover letter or resume, recruiters only take 6 seconds to see if you are match. Be honest you understand the paycut and why it doesn't bother you at the appropriate time in the interview process. Learn to answer why being an EA appeals to you more than any other job.

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