Allwork

JULY 14, 2022

For example, Paycom launched a product last year, Beti, which allows employees to access, view, verify, troubleshoot, and approve their paychecks before payroll runs. They look for digitally savvy companies when job hunting or choosing to grow in their current workplace. .

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On The Job

OCTOBER 21, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt I hear from a lot of people who are out of work. Treat looking for a job as a job,” she says.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

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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Success

MAY 1, 2023

So, while you don’t have to change who you are, be mindful throughout your job hunt that future employers might be learning more about you through your public accounts, and understand the potential ramifications the posts on those accounts can have on your career.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 10, 2012

There are numerous examples of people stealing from companies or doing illegal things. Have money for job hunting and working. Whenever you interview for a job, there’s at least 2-3 interviews if not more. Now you know why it's always important to pay yourself first! :) Happy job hunting and working!

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Success

JANUARY 13, 2023

Take Drift as an example: When the sales and marketing software company launched in 2015, the co-founders were deliberate about establishing a strictly in-office work culture. “In This led to an increased demand for businesses and organizations to prioritize employees’ mental health; it also became a major incentive for those on a job hunt.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 6, 2015

There are a number of opportunities to sell your personal brand during the job hunting process. Your LinkedIn profile, for example, can be used a lot more creatively than your CV. Before you do start the job hunting process do ensure your social media presence reflects your professionalism.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 30, 2014

Don’t whatever you do give an example of something that was completely your fault and caused a lot of problems – like that time you forgot to organise your manager’s VISA to Russia and they ended up in prison. I learnt very quickly how to manage my time so that I didn’t neglect my job or my studies. ” .

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 26, 2015

The description lists all of the core skills (diary and email management, travel arrangements, expenses etc) followed by one or two more bullet points relating to tasks designed specifically for the role (managing in-house IT software, supporting certain departments, managing social media for the organisation for example).

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

I’ve written posts on both covering letters and resumes so all I would add here is that you should tailor your CV and covering letter for each of the jobs you are applying for. When you first start job hunting only join a few agencies so that you are not bombarded with calls. Good luck with your job hunt!

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2013

Time to dig out an example of something that you have done that makes you look amazing! Use specific examples of how you have juggled both work loads and that you are happy to continue this. Interviews admin assistants EA Education and Training Executive Assistant Interview questions Job hunting PA Virtual Assistant'

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

The Career Portfolio is NOT about job hunting. Your Portfolio should include examples of your work. Many administrative assistants think a career-focused “performance brief” is something they either once did to obtain their current position or as an annual “ho-hum” requirement. What should be tossed out?

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Ian's Messy Desk

JUNE 17, 2011

For example, if you are applying for a customer service position, list activities that portray you as responsible, friendly and helpful. Volunteer When Job Hunting (turbotax.intuit.com). Getting A Job After Prison (andrewsullivan.thedailybeast.com). Start by listing your skills and how you obtained them. Related articles.

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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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On The Job

JANUARY 27, 2011

At a time when more people say they plan to work into their 70s because they want to — or because of financial need — how will signs of aging affect a career or job hunt? The good news for older job seekers, for example, is that their brains know more. For example, he suggests: • Get physical. Give up multitasking.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 12, 2010

The job-hunting experience can be a stressful one: sending out resumes, interviewing, sending out more resumes and interviewing again. It can take weeks, even months, to nail the job you want. For example, does the boss prefer face-to-face communication or phone calls and e-mail? Finally, you get the position you desire.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Joyce even suggests buying a throw-away cellphone just for your job hunting so no one else can tap into your messages or accuse you of using company property. If you're connected to anyone in your company, it might be a red flag to them that you're looking for another job, Morgan says. Turn off the updates feature. Stay mum.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

It's not near as much fun as say, watching to see if Lady Gaga will show up covered in raw eggs and bran cereal, but it's something I feel I need to do for my job. People depend on me to give them job hunting advice that will help them get out of the unemployment ranks. So what are they doing differently to get jobs?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

I knew I didn’t want to job hunt for more than 6-9 months if I didn’t have to. And as I was working, job hunting and/or temping, I had to find other sources of happiness. So I read a lot about happiness, job hunting, and a meaningful life. I’m not sure how your job hunting experience was.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 26, 2016

Example interview questions and answers specifically for assistants. What can you expect to find in our eBook: I think we have covered everything that you will need to think about when it comes to planning your next career move including the following: Looking for an assistant role online. Making the most of your CV. Covering cover letters.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

Here’s a real-world example of how important portfolios are during the hiring process. This gives prospective employers time to review some of your top accomplishments before you ever set foot in their office. Then, during the interview, you can present your print or digital portfolio to really impress them.

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Practically Perfect PA

AUGUST 15, 2016

If the organisation has a social media presence this is also a good place to look for examples of their office culture. Extend your research on the firm to include office culture, values and benefits (particularly around wellbeing). Is their content fun and relaxed or professional and formal?

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On The Job

DECEMBER 16, 2009

If you work for a software company, for example, it doesn’t make much sense to propose buying a chicken farm. 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job. 2 Big Myths About Work You Need to Ditch 4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt Could telecommuting be a career mistake? Baldoni says you should: 1.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 2, 2016

Embracing this way of working also has the added benefit of allowing employers to tap into talent pools previously under-utilised; for example, women returning to work after a break to have children.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2016

For example, if an Executive wants to change a process they tend to involve their assistant in the project, sometimes without realising it because colleagues will often ask assistants what is going on rather than the Executive! In my experience it is often the assistant that has to manage changes within organisations.

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On The Job

MAY 31, 2007

I worked on coming up with examples of each item I discussed. Company research [link] A guide for company research needs, including job hunting, career information, and investment decisions. Try to visit a company before your interview to get a feel for the culture and how employees dress. • I practiced.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

In my previous blog I looked at some of the common questions interviewers ask and the answers I would give if I had an interview, the examples are personal to me but hopefully will help you think about how you structure your answers. I always use the following example. “ Here is part 2… 1.

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On The Job

AUGUST 28, 2009

For example, @JaneSmith or @MarketingExpertJane. There's so much to say about using Twitter for job search. This is the URL to my "Use Twitter for the job hunt" post: [link] August 30, 2009 10:28 PM Anita said. Don't be @DRS17 if you want people to connect and identify with you. Thanks, Miriam.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 17, 2017

To search for candidates with strong academics, we would go about this in two ways – searching for top educational institutions, or searching for candidates for postgraduate qualifications. When searching for candidates who have studied at the top educational institutions, we would search as below.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

He says some do’s and don’ts include: Don’t apply for jobs for which you’re not qualified. Employers have to weed through hundreds of resumes for even the most basic jobs, so they immediately discard ones where the skills don’t match their requirements. For example, ramp up your social networking.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 11, 2011

Here are the 10 types of tests I've encountered during my job hunts. A couple of examples were the difference between disinterested vs uninterested, between you and me or between you and I, define sexism, and find the sentence that is an example of sexist language. I'm shocked more companies aren't doing this in general.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 9, 2009

For example, headphones are a good idea to eliminate distractions, or moving to another part of the house for a conference call is helpful. As you said, it's different for everyone, but it's a good example of transitioning to a more peaceful, personal state of mind. Kathryn, I love that idea.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 12, 2012

In my position it means that i am the final authoriser for a process – for example ordering kit. Nothing worse than a bull-dog “gate keeper” – not just with external stakeholders but internal stakeholders. Everyone always feels that their issue is an “urgent” issue. Tanya Battel. Louise Jones.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Here is an example of a worksheet Office Dynamics put together outlining the topics we are covering at our 22 nd Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence as a tool assistants can use to give to their executive. I am job hunting right now and notice that the majority of companies are asking for two or more skill sets.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

The housing market collapse is a great example. For example, I think there will be a total lack of respect shown to future executives. 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job. 2 Big Myths About Work You Need to Ditch 4 ways to keep your confidence during a job hunt Could telecommuting be a career mistake?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

The example of how it could be misconstrued wasn’t helpful to you, but nonetheless, what she was saying was, “My focus is on your social etiquette behavior and I am pointing it out to you.” Now to answer your question on how you should address your termination while you job hunt. This is how you can change/grow.”

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

6) Be strategic about your career plan and job hunt. If you’ve been doing the same job every year without any growth or increased responsibility, you really only have 2 years of experience that’s been repeated X amount of years.

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