Go Burrows

APRIL 25, 2021

In this episode, Karen shares what she’s learned after placing thousands of EAs throughout her career. Some of the topics we chat about are interviewing, salary negotiation, and working with recruiters. Join my email list here if you want to get an email when a new episode goes live. CONNECT WITH KAREN.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2020

Executive assistants are running meetings, making hiring decisions, giving presentations, negotiating contracts, managing budgets and are considered co-leaders. She received the biggest salary of her lifetime with all kinds of perks. I have read and agree that ageism exists in the workplace. She is living it up.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

AUGUST 11, 2021

And I learned. Wow, did I learn about show business, about being a working woman, about making hard choices, and about life. Neither of us dared to think our work together would last for 25 years which leads me to one of the first lessons I learned. Theatre is a collaborative art and I learned that so too, is the workplace.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

I believe you can raise a family on an EA salary whether alone or with a significant other. Here are some money management tips I've learned over the years that may help you. Learn the value of compound interest and each paycheck pay yourself to your savings accounts as much as you can, typically 10-35 per cent of your paycheck.

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Recruit CRM

MAY 22, 2021

Ensure you do the following: Provide a competitive salary package Negotiate the commission Lay the groundwork before it's too late and your best candidates think of changing employers. This is an excellent method to follow if you're tired of following the same outreach method via calls, messages or emails.

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Page Personnel

MAY 26, 2021

As long as contractors take the essential step and learn how to build out a pipeline of freelance jobs and opportunities, working in this way provides a lot of flexibility that can’t be found with permanent jobs. Virtually any contracting professional who has the right experience for a company can negotiate a favourable rate.

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Page Personnel

OCTOBER 30, 2019

More often than not, the contracts are fairly straightforward: you negotiate the job you have to complete, and how much the company will pay you. That’s not to say there’s no room for negotiations but in typical situations, it’s about a flat fee. These agents are also able to negotiate on your behalf. And that’s a good thing.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 5, 2015

What did I get myself into was a question I wondered a lot in the beginning, but I kept on putting in lots and lots of extra hours to learn my new job. So I worked hard in those early months learning everything I could about minute-taking, boards, governance and everything else in between. And travel he did.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 14, 2014

Lisa walked us through the barriers that sometimes prevent admins from feeling confident in their decision making, and also shared how problems don’t necessarily result in a negative outcome — we can learn how to proactively and effectively generate creative solutions!

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 1, 2014

I find myself being a ‘Jack of all trades’, and constantly learn, which is rather exciting.” I’m now PA to him, his partner in another business (2 email addresses is fun!), You have to be able to think strategically and offer solutions rather than simply carry out requests.

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Recruit CRM

JUNE 17, 2021

Here are three core pointers of a good job description: Explains the reality of the role Showcases the organisation's culture, and A bit of marketing for the company In short, a job description is used for a variety of reasons— starting from the most obvious, which is recruiting, determining salary ranges, creating job goals, job titles and more.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Since my last email to you, I have found an executive assistant position. I am very happy with my position, responsibilities, opportunity for learning and the support from all my colleagues and managers, but there is always the idea of greener pastures and higher salaries lingering in the back of my mind.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

I make an incredible salary so when I tell my husband and friends I want to explore other avenues, they think I'm crazy. If I had more work to do and would be learning along the way, I would stay. I also thought about money, salary negotiation, and how I was spending my time. My boss seems oblivious. Many thanks!

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Success

AUGUST 10, 2021

It’s tempting to throw up your hands, but when you cultivate a growth mindset you can learn to love your problems. You launched this side hustle in 2017 but recently left your salaried job to take this business seriously. . The lion’s share of our sales comes from email marketing , but very few blog readers (1%) subscribe.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 14, 2015

I have been getting your comments and emails. Third, I’ve been asked for advice a lot - from a family member about negotiating a salary and an employment contract, a friend on how to interview and prepare for a job, a loved one on how to make the better decision, and with 2 friends who are budding entrepreneurs, and a couple of others.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

I also haven’t been growing or learning anything new since Day 1 because my boss won’t give me projects. It’s such a shame that there aren’t more managers who are good mentors that help each individual grow and learn more in their roles. You also have more negotiating leverage for a better salary and projects.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

I will answer your questions by addressing your entire email and I will answer from two perspectives - 1) I used to and still sometimes work in a recruiting capacity and 2) as a job applicant and EA. What did they learn? This is why people get ENGAGED, for two years or more, to learn if it’s worth a long term commitment.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 13, 2011

Although your title is Executive Assistant, in reality, your job hunt will reflect that of an executive in years of experience, salary, and specialty. As you become more established and learn to network well and brand yourself through social media, you'll find that headhunters and recruiters will call you in hopes of poaching you.

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

In this economy, every price is negotiable. Back in time I build my factory in China at nearly zero cost – steal building, low salaries and no debt, in depressed market this is the way to survive and succeed. There are deals to be had–sometimes you just have to ask. Sponsors Advertise Here?

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Recruit CRM

AUGUST 10, 2020

The recruiter may also set automated text/email reminders one day before and an hour prior to the interview. Answers to these questions can give the interviewer an insight into how the candidate thinks and whether she would be a ‘learning type’ person. Negotiation. The exact time for the interview and the correct location.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2007

I sent about 70 emails to different wine farms around SA and received about 5 positive replies. So now I had my supplier with whom by this stage I had built up a good base for a trustworthy supplier by way of emails. The business mostly needs language, negotiation skill, and some knowledge about your country and other countries.

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Success

AUGUST 3, 2021

That’s why many business leaders are turning to the Enneagram, a personality tool with ancient roots, to learn more about their employees and how to best equip them for success. Fives are the co-worker who says nothing during an hour-long meeting and then sends an email with follow-up thoughts a day or two later.

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