Small Business Labs

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Regular readers know we believe the number of independent workers (freelancers, temps, etc.) Scale of some form is still a key competitive factor in most industries, which is why the Global Giants continue to grow. For people with the right talents and skills, the rewards of traditional employment are increasing.

Elance 100

Elance Temping Forms AT&T 100

Who's the Real Boss?

AUGUST 31, 2020

From proper formal Board minutes, to taking down the highlights or actions, as an experienced EA you need to be able to delve into your bag of tricks to bring out the right skills for minuting each and every meeting. If you understand what you’re hearing and writing, the task won’t seem as daunting.

Agenda 98

Agenda AT&T Budget Google 98

Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

You might also look for courses that will develop some new administrative and entrepreneurial skills that will expand your contributions to your company and can possibly save them from having to hire another employee to do that work. We get to know all our attendees and form long-lasting relationships. I am excited. – Barbara M.

IAAP 100

IAAP ASAP Administrative Professionals Training 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

However, very rarely will advice come in this form so it’s up to you to figure out how to solve the gap. How good are they with logic, reasoning, critical thinking, and judgment skills? 4) Start temping immediately. The most helpful advice is when actionable items are given or specific instructions of what not to do are given.

Etiquette 40

Etiquette Temping Gossip Job Hunting 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

3) Work with temping and recruiting agencies – all of them When you are looking for a job, contact every temp and recruiting agency in town. Send your cover letter and resume to a specific person, their general email address, or fill out their online form/application. There are 3-5 things that you make you, you.

Job Hunting 40

Job Hunting Resume Cover Letter Interviewing 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 6, 2013

I'm really interested in progressing and developing my skills but feel that managing the office is hindering my ability to focus on the core of being an EA. You mentioned you really want to progress and develop your skills, but managing the office is hindering your ability to focus. So I think you are on a good path.

Agencies 40

Agencies Temping Skills Management 40

On The Job

JULY 10, 2009

This can be nothing more than a form e-mail saying "got it." If you know youre never going to call them back (their skills are all wrong, they want too much money) then tell them. I always hear that temp work is a good way to get experience, but wonder if HR ever cares about it. When you post a job, be prepared.

Management 100

Management Temping 2009 Resume 100