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5 Good Lessons from Bad Bosses

Success

In an effort to sound gracefully diplomatic during a grad school interview, I found myself referencing that particular experience in terms of “teachable moments,” a buzzy phrase I’d never used before in my life that suddenly made a lot of sense. In cases like these, a bad boss can teach just as much, if not more, than a great one….

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The 4 Most Difficult Interview Questions

Professional Assistant Blog

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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A PA’s guide to confidentiality

Practically Perfect PA

And increasingly, PAs are asked in job interviews how they approach the issue of confidentiality. You’ll also hear all manner of gossip directed right across the business. For more tips on honing your skills as a PA or EA, check out our other career guides. Confidential emails and digital files. This post is sponsored by Tate.

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4 Things You Must Know Before a Job Search

On The Job

The key is figuring out the areas that most employers -- no matter the job or industry -- are sure to look for on a resume and ask about in an interview, such as: 1. Interpersonal skills. Do you have personal accountability, such as always telling the truth and avoiding gossip? Tech skills. Performance.

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PA Confidential

Practically Perfect PA

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. Confidential electronic documents (anything that is visible on your computer screen).

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When "What Do You Do?" Makes You Want to Punch Something

On The Job

The guy at the cocktail party or the woman you meet at your son's pre-school may be just the key person you need to know to get an interview or promising lead on a job. Give a brief rundown of your top skills, some "highlights" they can use to promote you to others. Remember: Most jobs are still achieved through personal contacts.

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Get A Job With A Thank You Letter

Professional Assistant Blog

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. Did you attend a few recently? Do you really want to get one of the jobs that you just applied for?