Job Advice Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection A Cover Letter is NOT Optional! A cover letter IS important. Your cover letter serves as your introduction. Probably not.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 18, 2020

As admins, we’re always trying to organize all the pieces and parts of our professional lives – from workspaces to meetings to travel plans. And we have to keep our executives organized, too. With so much to keep in order, it’s easy to neglect one vitally important area that requires a great deal of organization: our careers.

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Allwork

MAY 30, 2022

According to the survey, nearly 4 in 10 admit to reviewing applicants’ resumes with age bias. . According to the survey, nearly 4 in 10 admit to reviewing applicants’ resumes with age bias. . In fact, nearly one in four respondents said that they would never recommend including graduation year on a resume.

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Allwork

MAY 15, 2023

Tailor your resume and cover letter: Customize your application materials for each job you apply to, highlighting your most relevant skills and experiences. This will show employers that you have taken the time to understand their needs and how you can contribute to their organization.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

And if you’ve worked in the same position for years, you might need some brushing up on your office skills and resume building too. Resume.com to Build Your Resume. This resource allows you to easily build your resume online for download. You’ll find numerous templates to get you started in a professional, organized fashion.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

From networking to resume-building, Twigg teaches you how to turn your personal passions and career goals into a saleable, branded story. From there, she helps you build your winning resume and cover letter with expert advice, detailing the nuances you may never have considered. By Andy Storch.

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Melissa Peoples

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

After giving notice, and thinking now that it wasn't perhaps the best time for clarity or objectivity, I dusted off my resume, added my now former role, and began applying to likely-sounding prospects. Bear in mind, I had been recruited or referred into my past couple of roles, so my resume hadn't been top of mind for a while.

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Success

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Instead of organizing awkward conversations about systemic change with their toxic bosses, they are turning to another tactic: rage applying. Rage applying can really be a waste of time not only for the organization and its recruiters, but also for the jobseeker,” she says. “If Will this role fulfill me?

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On The Job

JUNE 19, 2019

Then you start slogging your way through job ads online, realize you need to write a resume and a cover letter -- and you decide to watch "Friends" reruns instead. There are certainly tools to help you apply for jobs or write a cover letter, but you've still got to do the work. Get organized.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 28, 2019

Some unscrupulous organizations will post jobs that have very creative, exciting sounding titles for roles that are nothing more than commission-based sales jobs. Even legitimate organizations may occasionally start the hiring process before they have a fully fleshed out job description—but that’s not good for you, the job seeker.

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On The Job

MARCH 30, 2020

Transferable skills are those abilities that you can use in a variety of jobs: communication, organization and teamwork. Once you identify the jobs that are the best fit, then craft a resume and cover letter that truly target that job listing. Be specific.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 28, 2024

To further understand the increasing importance of EAs, Tyler Griffen has explored the multifaceted role of an executive assistant , highlighting how they add significant value to any organization. This direct approach can significantly increase the number of quality applications you receive.

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BMT Office Administration

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Included material spans from initial application through leaving the organization. Cover letter. Job offer letter. Again, note that all companies will not organize their various types of files in the same way. That is fine as long as the process is organized, systematic, and — above all — legal.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

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. You can include the link to your social portfolio in your resume header so that recruiters can easily connect to your profile and work samples.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Though you may be satisfied with your current job, you should still have the necessary tools available at a moment’s notice, such as: An updated resume that details your current skills, responsibilities, and accomplishments. A clear understanding of how you can transfer your knowledge and skills to provide value to another organization.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Though you may be satisfied with your current job, you should still have the necessary tools available at a moment’s notice, such as: An updated resume that details your current skills, responsibilities, and accomplishments. A clear understanding of how you can transfer your knowledge and skills to provide value to another organization.

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All Things Admin

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Your professional portfolio should contain a combination of these things: An updated copy of your resume. Cover letters. Letters of recommendation. Photos or graphics to represent events, projects, organizing systems, etc. Work samples. Awards and recognitions. Certifications. Past performance reviews.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 22, 2008

I sent out a HARO request the other day asking for input on resume do's and dont's. I was flooded with so many good suggestions I couldn't use them all for my Gannett News Service and USAToday.com column, so I'm offering you a great deal today: Super resume advice at no cost to you! (I No kidding. Bold moves are not required.

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Recruit CRM

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Consider including a 'day in the life of a recruiter' video or a couple of organization photographs to give intrigued candidates an idea about what it resembles to be a colleague. Sharing Pictures In Your Official Social Media Handles Or Website Numerous candidates first register to an organization on the web and through social media.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 29, 2011

When you see organizations that interest you, contact them proactively to learn of potential job openings. Use a standard resume template. Sending your resume and cover letter on high-quality paper via the post office may seem outdated, but people receive so little mail today that your hard-copy materials could pay off.

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BMT Office Administration

JULY 3, 2023

While dealing with lots of paperwork doesn’t rank as most HR professionals’ favorite task, proper recordkeeping for employee personnel files is a must for any organization. However, besides simply staying organized and complying with federal laws, personnel files provide a whole host of other benefits, so let’s take a look at them.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 24, 2010

Three out of four executives said they believe these skills and competencies will become more important to their organizations in the next three to five years, particularly as the economy improves and organizations look to grow. Are employees equipped to handle these challenges? According to the AMA survey, 51.4% Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 24, 2010

Three out of four executives said they believe these skills and competencies will become more important to their organizations in the next three to five years, particularly as the economy improves and organizations look to grow. Are employees equipped to handle these challenges? According to the AMA survey, 51.4% Joan Burge.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Youve sent out dozens, or maybe even hundreds, of resumes and cover letters. Youve posted your resume on all the top job boards plus the various industry-focused and niche job sites related to your type of work. To prepare this, think in detail about how you can really contribute to the organization.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

I asked for more details and then sent in my resume." I'm not wading through a bunch of cover letters where someone is describing how they're a 'people person' and ways they can transform our organization. They learned a lot about me from my blog — much more than they would with just a resume.

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A Great Day's Work

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

I belong to several professional organizations and find value in each of them. Invest your time to customize your cover letter and your resume. I enjoy reading OfficePro , Executive Secretary , Success , and O, The Oprah Magazine. Is there a professional association you would recommend administrative professionals join?

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Job Advice Blog

AUGUST 29, 2010

He wanted my opinion because I’m a career coach–and because I myself had once been victimized by a similar firm.

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Job Advice Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection Critical Steps in Your Career Transition On June 29, 2010, In Resume Writing by Debra Wheatman , By CareersDoneWrite.com 0 One of the toughest challenges job seekers face is figuring (..)

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On The Job

MARCH 10, 2010

As Ive watched the disasters in Haiti and Chile, Ive been inspired by the hundreds of non-profit organizations that have poured into those areas, ready and willing to help. That’s because non-profits often focus on the “cause” of their organization, putting less emphasis on the bottom line. When you lose members, you lose money.

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On The Job

MARCH 10, 2010

As Ive watched the disasters in Haiti and Chile, Ive been inspired by the hundreds of non-profit organizations that have poured into those areas, ready and willing to help. That’s because non-profits often focus on the “cause” of their organization, putting less emphasis on the bottom line. When you lose members, you lose money.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

First, what you have been up to recently that is exciting, fun or new, why and what sort of job you are looking for, and your contact information and an online link to your resume or a social media profile (more on this later). I volunteer A LOT with other organizations seasonally. I ran a book club for 2 years.

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The Shrink for Entrepreneurs

JUNE 19, 2013

Logistics and organization of a globally deployed team. Be highly organized and diligent: Each week you will be responsible for cajoling the world’s busiest people into a tight consulting schedule. To have weekly interactions with famous and successful business owners. Here are my absolute mandatory requirements for the position.

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Eat Your Career

AUGUST 9, 2010

Workbooks Stress Management Workbook Time Management Magic Reinvent Your Career Workbook More Tasty Goodness Career Management Consulting Job Interview Coaching Resume Revision Group Training & Public Speaking Eat My WHAT?! Offer to help train others and organize your work as best you can for an easy transition.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 17, 2012

Any recruiter who sees your resume and finds out you used to be a lawyer will silently wonder the following questions. Whether based on your cover letter or resume, recruiters only take 6 seconds to see if you are match. If the fit isn’t close enough, they toss or file your resume.

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Recruit CRM

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

With more and more organizations and startups planning to go remote post-pandemic and those which were already remote from the very beginning should understand what it means to hire candidates who are looking for work-from-home based jobs. Here's everything you need to know about skills that should stand out in such resumes.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

Any recruiter who sees your resume will silently wonder the following questions. Whether based on your cover letter or resume, recruiters only take 6 seconds to see if you are match. If the fit isn’t close enough, they toss or file your resume. The longer specific answer is below. What is your PA/EA top tip?

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 10, 2022

Recruitment marketing tools assist in optimizing employer branding on career sites and help to track and organize candidates. Sifting through an endless list of resumes, cover letters, and interviews can be a major bottleneck in your process. These can be tailored for any job role.

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