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Gen Z’s Delulu Trend Suggests that the “Fake It Till You Make It” Approach Might Actually Pay Off

Success

Lately, posts have been going viral as Gen Zers promote being “delulu.” Additionally, 78% of applicants routinely apply for jobs they aren’t qualified for, and half of the incoming resumes don’t meet requirements. So, the odds are in your favor to fake it til you make it—a little bit—in the job hunt.

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21 Tips for Job Hunting - A Comprehensive Strategy

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I had always meant to do a post on job searching and so I figured, why not now? AKA – Kiyomi’s 21-Step Job Hunt Strategy 1) Contact everyone you know in a personalized, positive, fun email When I first graduated college and whenever I am seeking new opportunities, I will literally email everyone I know.

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Interview questions and answers for assistants part 5

Practically Perfect PA

I had to balance my studies with a part time role that ultimately paid for my education. I learnt very quickly how to manage my time so that I didn’t neglect my job or my studies. I felt this was the best way for me to move forward in my career so I set myself a challenge to achieve the promotion within two years.

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4 Ways to Leverage Your Comprehensive Professional Portfolio Strategy

All Things Admin

Do you want to prove that you can do what you say you can, stand out in a job search, take advantage of career opportunities that come your way, and easily demonstrate why you deserve a raise or promotion? Then you need a professional portfolio!

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25 ways to get noticed on LinkedIn

Practically Perfect PA

Will this inform, educate, inspire or motivate? Don’t self-promote too much. Share interesting content and actively contribute to discussions. Always follow the 80/20 rule. When in doubt, ask yourself ‘so what’? This is equally as boring in both the online and off line worlds!

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Interview Questions and Answers for PAs, EAs and Administrators

Practically Perfect PA

I decided to leave my previous employee in June 2010 but was job hunting for 6 months and when I did get the role I am in currently I had to complete a detailed application form, attend three interviews and sit two psychometric tests (for language and numerical skills). However, this just isn’t the case anymore.

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Quick, Practical and Dirty – How to Assess Your PA Brand

Practically Perfect PA

Not getting promoted. I don’t mean bragging about it, I mean educating others about it. So are you ready to get your hands dirty and try out a few new approaches to change your world? So many of us want change in our professional lives and for so many reasons. Often it is because we are: Not getting recognised. A 3 way win!

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