Practically Perfect PA

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

In my last blog I wrote about interview questions regarding career development and a few example answers. These questions can be a little scary but I actually think they are easier to answer than standard interview questions. It is also worth remembering the interviewer will ask you about competencies that are important in this role.

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Job Advice Blog

MAY 31, 2010

So let’s talk about the types of interviewers one may face. As a job candidate, if you can quickly identify what type of person the interviewer is and adapt to his style and needs, you’ve already achieved at least 50 percent success. Being interviewed by a red requires that you be direct and to the point. How frustrating!

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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. You should refer back to your core PA/EA skills for this one. Here is part 2… 1.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2020

The writer immediately points out that technology and automation have chipped away at duties like papers to be filed and landlines to be answered. And yet assistants help file digital documents and manage calls through their cell phones, so the skills required for these tasks haven’t completely gone away.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 4, 2019

Having one binder or online file of past performance evaluations, thank you notes and emails from coworkers, clients, etc., Focusing on sharing your skills with your current employer can not only make you more productive but also help you better create a position that you enjoy. I personally learned a lot from that breakout session.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

Over the last few years I’ve changed employers a number of times and so have had to face quite a few interviews. I went for one interview at a global accountancy firm and had a full-time permanent role as a team administrator straight away. So what happens when you do land that all important first interview?

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Job Advice Blog

MAY 23, 2010

Based on that information, the ATS extracts appropriate résumés from the ones on file. Then the employee reviews, say, 20 and submits 5 to be interviewed. Landing Expert is a premier career-coaching service with the objective of preparing job seekers for interviews.

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On The Job

MAY 10, 2011

I've written before about phone interviews , and my friend Scot Herrick over at Cube Rules recently addressed the issue in a helpful post. I think anyone can do well in a phone interview if they're prepared, but what happens when you get an ambush call? What other tips do you have for unexpected phone interviews? Be prepared.

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Allwork

AUGUST 18, 2023

In my interviews with dozens of mid-level, and senior leaders at many of these organizations, I found that the issue of diversity and inclusion came up time and time again. Thus, the higher up in the organization you looked, the less diversity you saw. The company tried to address these issues previously, and had some moderate success.

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On The Job

APRIL 6, 2020

These keywords are often skills or talents that the employer is looking for: "teamwork," "multi-tasker" or "excellent communicator." While this situation may sound daunting, there are ways you can improve your chances that an ATS will let your resume through and improve your chances of getting an interview and a job.

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ProAssisting Blog

MARCH 9, 2010

Now that our members have had a chance to listen to this interview, we’re pleased to offer it to you, our blog readers, to get a better understanding of what being a virtual assistant is all about. Click here to listen to or download the.mp3 interview To listen now, just click the link. Enjoy this post? Share it with others.

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On The Job

APRIL 25, 2018

I've written on the subject many times, and interviewed many experts, including Deepak Chopra. These leaders are encouraging rank-and-file employees to adopt the practice, and I've heard from many such workers that they are trying to do just that. Some say they love it, others think it's a waste of time).

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 7, 2011

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2007

Home About Me Advertise The 4 Most Difficult Interview Questions By The Professional Assistant on Friday, November 23, 2007 Filed Under: Job Seeking A re you going in for an interview for that dream job? Discuss your skill set, experience and abilities in a confident manner. Why should we hire you?

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All Things Admin

JUNE 8, 2022

Portfolios are useful in interviews, at review time, and whenever you want to make a case for a promotion or raise. Another perk is that a digital portfolio can include links, downloadable files, and audio and video components that are difficult or impossible to incorporate into a print version. Communication Skills.

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Success

JUNE 19, 2022

While you’re certainly capable of answering the telephone, filing and ordering supplies, why waste your time on drudgery that almost anyone could do? You uncover outsourcing talent the same way you find employees: by networking in person or online, asking for recommendations and interviewing carefully. Who you gonna call?

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All Things Admin

JUNE 15, 2023

Whether you’re searching for a new job, making a case for a promotion or raise, showcasing your skills during your annual review, or simply want to be in a position to take advantage of opportunities that may come your way, a professional portfolio is an invaluable tool for any administrative professional. this post can help !

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ProAssisting Blog

MARCH 9, 2010

Enjoy: Here’s the link: Click here to listen to or download the.mp3 interview To listen now, just click the link. To download the.mp3 to save and listen to later on your computer, iPod or other mp3 player: For Mac users, hold “Ctrl&# and click the link then select “save linked file to…&# to save it to your desktop.

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Page Personnel

OCTOBER 2, 2022

For many businesses, an administrative assistant is sometimes the very first hire outside the founding team, with many executives relying on the skills of their assistants to be able to do their job effectively. Clear communication skills – admin assistants absorb all the communications that executives haven’t time to deal with.

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Success

JUNE 23, 2021

Not to mention the added burden of sifting through stacks of résumés, arranging interviews and painstakingly checking references. If your team is trustworthy and skilled in their roles, productivity will be a given, and that’s true whether they work autonomously or just down the hall.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 28, 2015

And increasingly, PAs are asked in job interviews how they approach the issue of confidentiality. Confidential emails and digital files. When sending sensitive emails, mark them as ‘confidential’ in the email options tab, and encrypt any attached files. It may also be worth deleting sent emails and temporary files.

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On The Job

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Job fairs are a great chance to practice your networking skills and develop your personal brand pitch. How could your skills fit into that environment? Once you’ve researched the employers, keep your information in files to be reviewed before each conversation. They''re wrong. will be noticed. · Be organized.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 19, 2012

There was a point in my career when I spent $1000 on a job interview. I had been headhunted by a major company through a word of mouth referral and their interview process required taking a few different skills tests. 1) Decline to take the test and back out of the interview process. They said they’d keep me on file.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Go to your human resources department and ask to see your employee file so you can write down all of the job titles, dates, and salary details for each position you’ve held with your current company. Third Paragraph – Action : Suggest the course of action you’d like the reader to take, such as schedule a phone call or interview.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 4, 2022

Name_of_hiring_manager] is currently reviewing all [assignments/applications] and we’re in the process of scheduling interviews. Mention what you specifically liked about the candidate e.g. strong portfolio, positive interview experience or a great approach to a previous assignment.] Interview Scheduling Email I.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

For example if you are applying for an assistant role that supports a communications director do emphasis your marketing skills or if you are applying for your first role working with a board level executive ensure you highlight any previous experience working with senior members of staff. Interview them too.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 29, 2013

In amongst all of my files and paperwork I discovered a handful of my old covering letters for various jobs I had applied for over the years (one was hand written – that is how old I am!). I always add a cover letter to my CV because I do think it can help with your chances of landing an interview.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 18, 2012

Below my name I have a short personal statement that spells out the skills and attributes I have acquired during my career, I recommend putting this at the top of your CV so that you are selling yourself from the moment your potential employee picks up the piece of paper with your name on it. Know what they want.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 18, 2012

Below my name I have a short personal statement that spells out the skills and attributes I have acquired during my career, I recommend putting this at the top of your CV so that you are selling yourself from the moment your potential employee picks up the piece of paper with your name on it. Know what they want.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JUNE 29, 2012

If you are looking for someone to be your "girl Friday" and pick up dry cleaning, do shopping, take care of the filing, as well as help with email newsletters and scheduling appointments, then a personal assistant is really a better choice.  Each VA has his/her own set of skills and specialties. 

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 7, 2010

I was cleaning out a few of my files and came across a piece that a young woman wrote about 12 years when she was interviewing for a job with Office Dynamics. Tags: Interpersonal Skills Motivators. I have held on to it all these years and even placed it in our Star Achievement program. Joan Burge.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 16, 2018

Q: As a business owner and busy executive what top skills can an assistant bring that support you the most? A: You are going to be very surprised by my answers because they are not going to be the typical administrative skills most people would mention. This is not an easy skill as some people’s brains prefer to think details.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Wright, Author So Youve Got the Job Interview - Now What? This morning the phone rang - youve got an interview! Obviously you really want the job, and to get this job, youve got to really shine in the interview. Here are some ideas that can really make your first interview different and stand out from the typical interview.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 28, 2012

A few weeks ago I wrote a blog on how to work effectively in an open plan office and I did touch on this subject but considering we often get asked in interviews how we maintain confidentiality I felt it was well worth revisiting this crucial skill. b) Encrypt any attached files. Confidential Paperwork .

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 28, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Get A Job With A Thank You Letter By The Professional Assistant on Friday, March 28, 2008 Filed Under: Job Seeking , Productivity D id you just get out of an interview ? We both had similar skills, education, etc. Retrieve Your Files with Ease Is You Boss Not Giving You Enough Work?

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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. That means that you listen carefully to instructions – from how to operate the copy machine to filing reports with the boss – and take notes. Grow your skills.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 17, 2008

Try to anticipate the need so you can have the file or the answer your boss needs, before he or she even knows they need it. A good assistant knows just where to find the document or file needed, or they won’t stop looking till they do. Be one step ahead of your boss. Be protective of your boss’s time. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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