Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 15, 2013

Here are 10 things to consider as you conduct your job hunt. To conduct a job hunt confidentially, only tell those people you MUST (the recruiters you are interviewing with, etc). Plan ahead how you will juggle job hunting and your current schedule. What's the correct approach? Give proper notice.

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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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On The Job

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

I've never met anyone who takes a job and thinks: "I'm going to quit this job in 90 days and start the job hunting process all over again." So why do so many people find themselves quitting a job after less than a year? To grow in your career, you need in-the-moment feedback so that you continue to learn.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JULY 13, 2011

Here are some tips as your career progresses that will affect how you job hunt. The lower-level admin you are the more jobs there are. Those jobs support the President, CEO, CTO, CFO, and Chairman. Your job hunt will take a lot longer. Job hunt with focus. Make a decision.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 25, 2022

Imagine your favourite apps working with Recruit CRM flawlessly! - > To learn more about this, schedule a demo with one of our executives. According to a study by Glassdoor, 58% of Glassdoor users today are looking for jobs on their phones, and 45% of overall job seekers use their mobile devices for job hunting.

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On The Job

APRIL 12, 2013

Read this latest column I did for Gannett/USA Today and see if your job search doesn''t need the same. If you have had a long winter of job searching with no luck, you may need to freshen up your job-hunting strategy, career experts say. Spend time learning about organizations where you''d like to work.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

So how is your packaging in comparison? Perhaps you aren’t job hunting, but have an idea you’d like to pitch to management. Can you ask them a question related to some current topic in your industry, thus learning AND demonstrating that you are aware and curious about your business? You are waiting for the perfect timing.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 15, 2010

So how is your packaging in comparison? Perhaps you aren’t job hunting, but have an idea you’d like to pitch to management. Can you ask them a question related to some current topic in your industry, thus learning AND demonstrating that you are aware and curious about your business? You are waiting for the perfect timing.

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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. Today, the news wasn't so great.

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On The Job

MARCH 26, 2009

As a psychiatrist, I figured she would have all the answers when it came to dealing with how to handle the stress we're feeling today. Focus on how good you feel when you’re with good friends and a loving family and do things that relax you and make you feel better such as yoga, meditation, taking a walk or relaxing in a warm bath.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 10, 2017

Hello New & Returning Readers, About 2 years ago I wrote an in-depth post about how I job hunt. I had always meant to expound on that post about how the internet, social media, and networking online play a very big role for how I conduct my search and also improve my chances of protecting myself.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 30, 2014

So ideally I’d like to attend courses or have some time for self-study so that I can learn new skills which will progress my career and benefit the organisation as a whole.” I learnt very quickly how to manage my time so that I didn’t neglect my job or my studies.

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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. From the first day you walk into a new job, one of the most important things you can do is to express your willingness to learn.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Sitting by a scenic lake near his Ericsson office, Kearney recalls a brief stint as a government contractor after leaving the military and uses the lake as an analogy for his job-hunting strategy. Despite Kearney''s enthusiasm for a new career, he admits, "I spun a lot of wheels initially" by applying for jobs online.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 22, 2010

As a career columnist, I've been full of advice -- from how to behave at work to how to choose the right career -- since they were about 3-years-old. Garrett Miller , president and chief executive of CoTria and former recruiter for Pfizer , has some advice for college students in the job hunt now or those who may soon join it.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

In 2008, when Jessie Canella returned home from Iraq where he had been deployed as a Marine, he wasn't sure how to get a job in the civilian world. So he turned to what he had heard was a place to find lots of jobs: online job boards. He also decided to get a haircut from a barber he had known for decades.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 26, 2014

For me, and this may or may not be the case with you, I learned I was bored, unhappy, stretched too thin, and I was neglecting myself. How did I learn this? However, after I’m in a role for 2-3 years I’ve learned the ins and outs of my new boss, role, job, dept, and company. I learned I need a vacation ASAP.

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Job Advice Blog

AUGUST 2, 2010

And people are doing this more than ever in this market, as they continue to go about job searches totally backwards and how they give themselves away on the interview. Every person is unique, and every company and job is unique. Job hunting isn’t that different from dating.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

We had an incredible webinar event with over 1,300 assistants registered to learn more about why, as an administrative professional, they should consider a career certification. How do I find out more about the World Class Assistant curriculum based designation and program? We have listed each speaker and what the attendees will learn.

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

© 2023 Julie Perrine International, LLC HOW TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE Want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or website? Obviously, that’s false! Your portfolio will be instrumental during every step of your career and even into retirement. Start creating yours today!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 22, 2020

I've learned it's true, w orrying means you suffer twice. Case in point, during this pandemic, or any time you have an emergency, really, I’m sure many people have learned how valuable time and resources are, and who is very much in their inner circle. You learn who you can count on, rely on. Stories are everywhere.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 26, 2016

How to stand out in a crowded market. You can learn more about the Office Support division here and you can also check out our sister divisions; HR , PR & Marketing & Broadcast. The post The Practically Perfect PA guide to finding the perfect PA job appeared first on Practically Perfect PA. Making the most of your CV.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 16, 2009

I interviewed John Baldoni recently, and he provide a road map of how to get your career un-stuck. But how would you feel about managing your boss? They know how to lead their own people, so they also can lead those above them.” 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job. To do this: Keep an eye to the ground.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 17, 2008

There's enough instability right now in the economy that everyone -- and I mean everyone -- needs to be in active job-hunting mode. Last week I sent out a HARO request for my Gannett News Service/USAToday.com column asking for input on how to manage your online reputation. and MSN right away.

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On The Job

MAY 31, 2007

I was asked to discuss some of the topics from my new book, “45 Things You Do That Drive Your Boss Crazy…and How to Avoid Them.” So, here’s how I “walked the talk” and some lessons I’ll share with you when you go for any kind of interview: • I did my research. I read articles and online discussions about television appearances.

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On The Job

JUNE 1, 2009

Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, June 1, 2009 Is Stress Making You Want to Kiss Your Job Goodbye? He was not surprised to hear how many people were willing to leave jobs -- even entire careers -- and join the job hunt. “A

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On The Job

AUGUST 28, 2009

I hate looking for a job. While there are plenty of tutorials about how to Twitter, I’m going to give tips specific to job hunters. Provide links to current industry news, or information on how to solve a problem – or how you solved a problem. Or, “Crazed man with a mission to break as many laws as possible.”

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Labels: cant find a job , how to get a job , how to network , network , personal recommendations posted by Anita at 9:03 AM 11 Comments: Scot Herrick said. Nothing will help you find another job or protect your career more than having a monster business network. I think this skill needs to learned young.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 21, 2012

So when they get that job hunting email, it's just a typical update. A tip I keep coming across in the business and start up world is this: If you want money/a job ask for advice or information. If you don't know how to use LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, a blog, about.me, TweetMyResume, or Klout, experiment.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

LOL A couple of people have asked vaguely related questions so how to find that information is below, which I will expound upon to specifically answer your question. When you interview for new jobs, do your yearly job performance reviews, network, or whenever appropriate, make it clear you have bigger goals.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

But, I learned from the experience that it was just a waste of my energies that could have been better focused elsewhere. 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? The more focused you are, the more successful you'll be.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

You may even start to think your current job is not that bad afterall. Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:22 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , bored , interview , job hunting , job satisfaction , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Foley-In-Charge said. How to get Office fat fast. the next day!

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On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Roberta, Hopefully, everyone -- no matter the age -- will learn important lessons such as being more resourceful, networking and being resilient. We can learn so much from history, but as soon as things start to do well again, we seem to forget everything we learned. At least they will be that way for a couple of years!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

And it’s better to make all your mistakes now when you are young so you have time to learn and not repeat the same mistakes when you are at a more critical juncture in your career. And more importantly, it’s wise and mature that you are looking ahead and being smart about how to move past this hiccup. Here are some tips.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

I've worked for him for 2 years, and recently I learned his boss is being replaced. This person is not bringing their assistant, and I've learned they will get the assistant to her predecessor. This person is not bringing their assistant, and I've learned they will get the assistant to her predecessor.” This is a bad idea!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 16, 2012

How can you make yourself easily found? 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. It's an inside look on how decisions are made, companies are run, and how to sharpen your soft skills.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 8, 2009

Instead, they say, women should “learn to say no and mean it.” Learn to delegate. By believing only he can do a job right, a man who has this attitude undermines his leadership because “you can’t be a leader without followers,” they say. What lessons have you learned about communicating better?

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