Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

OCTOBER 29, 2010

I would like to get better assignments, promoted, or get a raise before a few more years go by. 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 want to have your ducks in a row before you get laid off or want to find a better job.

Job Hunting 40

Job Hunting Promotion PowerPoint Negotiating 40

Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

As an executive assistant used to a fast-paced environment supporting executives, you are like a finely tuned system. And, you are well aware that your resume speaks volumes. Are you “gift wrapped” to best promote your professionalism and spirit of excellence? You enjoy the challenge of each workday. What about your hairstyle?

Gifts 100

Gifts Job Hunting Resume Skills 100

Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

As an executive assistant used to a fast-paced environment supporting executives, you are like a finely tuned system. And, you are well aware that your resume speaks volumes. Are you “gift wrapped” to best promote your professionalism and spirit of excellence? You enjoy the challenge of each workday. What about your hairstyle?

Gifts 100

Gifts Job Hunting Resume Skills 100

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. When I was a teenager, I was already working part time jobs on-air or had clients who were 30-50 years older with very advanced degrees.

Agencies 40

Agencies Resume Job Hunting Temping 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 26, 2014

It says a lot when your boss wants to grow you within the company and promote you. I also knew everything I was feeling was very true for me, but also confusing because if my boss didn’t need me, I wouldn’t have a job, I wouldn’t get a paycheck, and I wouldn’t have all this experience to put on my resume.

Temping 40

Temping Stress Job Hunting ASAP 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

That one unassuming, non-meaty, first temp gig got me my first CEO EA job and eventually my promotion to project manager down the road. Any recruiter who sees your resume will silently wonder the following questions. Can you fit in a creative, free flowing environment or a structured corporate environment?

Interviewing 40

Interviewing Temping Resume Agencies 40