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Answering Reader Mail: Confidential Job Hunts, Raises, Promotions & Better Projects

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

How do I get a recommendation letter from my boss for a new job hunt without raising suspicion or improve my situation without my boss’ help? You also have more negotiating leverage for a better salary and projects. You want to have your ducks in a row before you get laid off or want to find a better job.

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What can assistants expect in 2014?

Practically Perfect PA

Employment opportunities and salary. This is particularly important if job hunting, as most recruiters will now look for an active engagement in your chosen profession. It would seem that organisations are remaining cautious when it comes to increasing their head count this year. Social Media.

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Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y?

On The Job

Finnigan says recruiters, who often called young job seekers “challenging,” now report Generation Y job candidates are more willing to compromise on salaries or job duties. Today, more than 50 percent of candidates say they will take the salary offered. And, a study was used to document the changes in GenY.

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