Eco-Office Gals

MARCH 13, 2014

The psychological effects of an unhygienic and cluttered workspace can be debilitating for those required to inhabit the environment for the better part of their weekdays. Studies have been conducted on how physical environments impact the mental wellbeing. Various environments were studied and the workplace stood out significantly.

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Twitter is great for networking and hearing from other assistants, LinkedIn is great for professional development and job hunting, Facebook is useful for interesting articles and receiving updates from relevant companies. Do post pictures of yourself and your environment just ensure they are professional and not too revealing!

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Let’s assume that you have a great position, work for a great leader, like your environment. you probably think you can just rest on your laurels and continue to do a good job. With organizations working meaner and leaner, every employee must consider that they are working every day to keep their job.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

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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Small Business CEO

MARCH 10, 2017

But similar to many other countries in the world, finding a job in Australia can still be challenging for many individuals.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

As an executive assistant used to a fast-paced environment supporting executives, you are like a finely tuned system. Perhaps you aren’t job hunting, but have an idea you’d like to pitch to management. You enjoy the challenge of each workday. And, you are well aware that your resume speaks volumes.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

As an executive assistant used to a fast-paced environment supporting executives, you are like a finely tuned system. Perhaps you aren’t job hunting, but have an idea you’d like to pitch to management. You enjoy the challenge of each workday. And, you are well aware that your resume speaks volumes.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 27, 2017

Insight can also be gained into the office environment, potential future colleagues and the hiring manager at the very start of the process. Video applications can be recorded at home or after work and avoid the awkwardness of taking sick days or sneaking out of the office for calls and meetings.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2016

In other words, if you are not too keen on change, perhaps a startup is not quite the right environment for you. We are great at managing change and this can be really useful in a startup environment. According to Forbes, 90% of startups fail, so do be prepared for your job in a new startup not to last.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 15, 2016

Again a nice environment shows that the employer is thinking about their staff. You will get a good sense of what to expect from the interviewer’s answers. During your interviews also take a look at the office itself – what is the set up and what does the furniture look like. What is the overall package you are being offered?

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 19, 2016

I job hopped because I was unmotivated, but my company didn’t motivate me because they knew I would probably leave anyway… I wonder if I was more loyal to the organisations they may have invested more time in keeping me happy. A huge pro for all of my job hopping is the amount of different experience I have as an assistant.

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On The Job

JUNE 1, 2009

He was not surprised to hear how many people were willing to leave jobs -- even entire careers -- and join the job hunt. “A Find well managed companies and you can see that even in tough times, the environment is better than most. A lot of people just don’t have anything to look forward to anymore,” Hochwarter says.“They

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life? OR if you want to EMAIL me why you would PAY to hire someone like me, I'd love to hear your thoughts. And what sort of online content you would pay for?

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

For everyone that arrived for the seminar I was able to offer them a safe and calm environment. Fortunately the police managed to stop the would be terrorists but it did lead to chaos on the transport network. Many of the delegates were worried about getting home.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

This will be a competitive advantage to all businesses who have this kind of diverse environment in that they will have the advantage to build relationships with their business partners. (BM). I am job hunting right now and notice that the majority of companies are asking for two or more skill sets. I am excited.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

I make this distinction because working at home means there is a less corporate environment, less office politics, less red tap and rigid rules, and less stress and craziness which will work against you because you aren't really in a business environment. When you job hunt keep this in mind.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 26, 2014

I started this blog while temping/job hunting and I was allowed to write or do personal side projects as long as it was not interfering with my work. I was willing to work hard and in a demanding environment, but I was specific with what I wanted. I mentored other younger assistants.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 16, 2012

Sign up with the major job hunting sites with your resume and profile, join social network sites geared towards work, and meet with every temp agency in town just to be safe. There are only so many personality types or people that will thrive in this sort of environment. How can you make yourself easily found?

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

You may even start to think your current job is not that bad afterall. Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:22 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , bored , interview , job hunting , job satisfaction , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Foley-In-Charge said. Were you reading my last post? :) Great article.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

So, some reasons why a previous assistant does not come with their boss are: 1) The boss moves to a new city/state and the previous assistant can’t come because they don’t want to/can’t move, the commute becomes too far, or they don’t want to work in the new office/environment. Job hunting and dating are very similar.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

I’m sure you’ve realized while it’s common to have a lot of office politics, it is not fun to work in a gossip-filled environment. Now to answer your question on how you should address your termination while you job hunt. 1) Try to find someone who can be your reference from that job, but it doesn’t have to be from that company.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

What I mean by that is, you need the best connections and interpersonal networking skills to make money in a cutthroat economic environment where everyone wants to cut off your cash flow. 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job. We are currently living in a gangster's economy. God bless America.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 29, 2013

It includes responses from 427 employees 18 years of age and older who work in an office environment. Workers were asked, " How comfortable would you feel looking for a new job while still employed? Accountemps offers six tips to help professionals conduct a job search while still employed: Look at internal openings first.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 28, 2009

While employees may balk at a “Big Brother” atmosphere that monitors what they say on the job, Atkins says bosses are obligated under federal law to make sure they provide a “safe environment” for workers free of harassment or discrimination. Social networking.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

In my industry, this seems like an exception to the rule, although good business sense dictates this is how supervisors and colleagues should be for the best work environment and professional relationships. I have worked for the most down-to-earth, egoless, kind people. It's the little things that matter! Please share!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

Can you fit in a creative, free flowing environment or a structured corporate environment? They are looking for a job history with the exact same job they are looking to fill. 6) Be strategic about your career plan and job hunt. 1) Do you have the admin skills to be an EA?

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