On The Job

JANUARY 25, 2021

Update your resume. You may feel that you don't have anything new to add to your resume if you've been unemployed during the pandemic. After being in lockdown, you may need to dust off some of your professional skills. Know your skill set. Your profile needs to be squeaky clean. Make a good first impression.

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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? Have copies of your resume and talking points near the phone.

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On The Job

AUGUST 10, 2020

That way, you can address the issues they think are important in your resume and cover letter, and speak knowledgeably about the issues that garner their interest. 84% of recruiters leaned more heavily on phone interviews as a result of the pandemic, while 85% of them leaned more heavily on video interviews.

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Success

MAY 15, 2023

Countless applications, interviews , phone calls, zoom calls. There are potential benefits to sharing this news on LinkedIn, such as attracting the attention of recruiters or hiring managers who are looking for candidates with similar skills and experience,” he said. “It Being ghosted by the recruiters that reached out to me.”

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

A former boss makes sense -- especially from your last job -- as this person can speak directly to your work ethic, talents, soft and hard skills, etc. Send an email or make a phone call to the person to make your request. Send the person your current resume and remind them of your key skills that also match the job you're seeking.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

I have over 20 years of administrative professional experience and proud of my personal and professional accomplishments, yet the conference provided new perspectives, opportunities to talk with others in my chosen field and a reminder to embrace my unique talents and skills. I have never attended such a relevant and inspiring conference!

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 28, 2024

Traditionally, executive assistants were seen as secretarial staff, making copies and answering phone calls. Executive Assistant Job Requirements Essential Skills and Qualifications Communication skills: The importance of concise and effective communication in writing and speaking for an EA cannot be overstated.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 21, 2013

Your goal as an applicant is to clearly demonstrate through your admin applications and interviews why employers should bring you on board. Whether you''re hoping to become a receptionist or head administrator, your chances of receiving a serious offer hinge on your resume and interview.

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Melissa Peoples

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

After giving notice, and thinking now that it wasn't perhaps the best time for clarity or objectivity, I dusted off my resume, added my now former role, and began applying to likely-sounding prospects. Bear in mind, I had been recruited or referred into my past couple of roles, so my resume hadn't been top of mind for a while.

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On The Job

AUGUST 22, 2014

There''s no better feeling than coming out of a job interview and feeling like you nailed it. You and the interviewer clicked, everyone seemed very impressed with your resume and abilities, and there was plenty of positive body language. If you feel like you''ve made a bad first impression, you need to: Assess the damage.

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Job Advice Blog

MAY 30, 2010

Put your name, phone, email and address at the top of the page. On page two your name, phone and email should appear. Not everybody is good at writing resumes, let’s face it. Not everybody is good at writing resumes, let’s face it. Yet EVERYBODY needs to have one. Yet EVERYBODY needs to have one.

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Eat Your Career

AUGUST 15, 2022

. “How do I get around showing my age in a virtual interview? I’ve submitted a resume that includes the last 16 years (two jobs at my current employer) and I am getting initial interviews. As a result, no follow up interviews. Additional Resource: How to Hide Your Age on Your Resume . Any suggestions?”

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The basics – what skills and experience are needed? We sift through resumes, we conduct initial phone interviews, we narrow the field to the best candidates and then we conduct additional video and/or in-person interviews. #3 From there we help you decide who to bring in for further interviews.

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All Things Admin

DECEMBER 18, 2020

They don’t have an updated resume, a professional portfolio of work samples, or a social media presence. A polished resume that accurately represents you professionally is one of the most powerful tools in your toolkit. Most admins have a resume, but not many consider it a living document. Your resume always needs to be current.

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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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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 4, 2022

If so, I’d be happy to set up a phone call/video conference. Name_of_hiring_manager] is currently reviewing all [assignments/applications] and we’re in the process of scheduling interviews. Meanwhile, feel free to reach out to me via email or at [phone number] if you have any questions! I hope you have a great day!

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On The Job

JULY 9, 2018

to "trying out" a new skill such as writing or graphic design. If someone wants to interview you about a job, you need to communicate via phone or email. Look up the employer online, looking for an address and phone number. When posting your resume online, only include your email address. Sounds great, doesn't it?

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Job Advice Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2010

Provide the HR or hiring manager with the name of the person, title at the time you worked with them, current title (if available), contact phone number and email address. In general, when a company asks for your references towards the end of the interview process, it is a good sign of interest; but don’t take this final step for granted.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 11, 2022

Is the interview process smooth enough? We have listed a few— The job application process Screening methods used The interview process Candidate feedback Onboarding process Providing a bad candidate experience will not just affect your recruiting agency but also your recruitment brand. Post interview, it’s essential to give feedback.

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 14, 2020

A great executive assistant possesses a special mixture of experiences, skills, and personality traits. You need someone with top-notch communication skills who knows how to multitask. They will also interview you to make sure all of the important jobs responsibilities are included.

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Recruit CRM

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Starting from resume screening to using automation to schedule interviews, recruiters have also majorly used chatbots to attend to candidate and client queries. Virtual interviews were a rave this season along with major investment in various video interviewing software. Access the full checklist here.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Interim assignments provide a source of income as well as a chance to network and build new skills. Use a standard resume template. Sending your resume and cover letter on high-quality paper via the post office may seem outdated, but people receive so little mail today that your hard-copy materials could pay off.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MARCH 14, 2011

Behavioural Descriptive Interviewing (BDI) has been around for more than ten years. It is an efficient way of structuring interviews to learn about the skills and competencies a candidate has exhibited in previous roles. BDI takes longer than traditional interviewing. Develop an interview template. Set the stage.

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Job Advice Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2010

Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection paralyzed by the need to be perfect? If Murphy’s Law should rear its ugly head while you’re interviewing, here are a few scenarios and how to handle them.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 12, 2010

© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 12 July, 2010 Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgate, 2010 Stevie® Award winner Lynn Holgate, an Executive Assistant at High Performance Technologies, Inc. Admin in the Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Holgat. Lets enjoy our day together.© 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 5, 2011

Because I'm a journalist, I've attended presidential inaugural balls, I've been with cops as they raid a drug den and I now have interviewed a rapper. Every company needs good writers and people with good verbal skills to persuade others, he says. Does your resume scream the things you've just learned about yourself?"

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

I want to control my own destiny, so I've put on my sea legs, spiffed up the resume I left with you, put together a dynamic resume kit packet and a teaser including my brochure (developed at World Class Assistant Part 2), hoping to get through the door of a company I've been eying. My goal is to get my resume on the top of the stack.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

I want to control my own destiny, so I've put on my sea legs, spiffed up the resume I left with you, put together a dynamic resume kit packet and a teaser including my brochure (developed at World Class Assistant Part 2), hoping to get through the door of a company I've been eying. My goal is to get my resume on the top of the stack.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Are you looking for networking advice, job hunting advice, resume services, interview prep, career navigation, LinkedIn self branding, or getting mentored about career/life? Today I had an interview and just as I arrived, I got really sick and wasn’t feeling well at all. And what sort of online content you would pay for?

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 16, 2018

From the first phone call to register for the conference to picking up my name tag, the entire team carried out the professionalism of Joan. Q: As a business owner and busy executive what top skills can an assistant bring that support you the most? This is not an easy skill as some people’s brains prefer to think details.

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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. For example, does the boss prefer face-to-face communication or phone calls and e-mail? Grow your skills. It can take weeks, even months, to nail the job you want.

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The Office Professionals Place

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Wright, Author So Youve Got the Job Interview - Now What? Youve sent out dozens, or maybe even hundreds, of resumes and cover letters. Youve posted your resume on all the top job boards plus the various industry-focused and niche job sites related to your type of work. This morning the phone rang - youve got an interview!

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Who's the Real Boss?

APRIL 12, 2020

Whether those roles present in sales or customer service working the phones, or working on a factory floor or in a distribution centre packing boxes, staying connected to the business in any way you can, will always help for your gainful return. Keep your skills up – Study. Keep your skills up – Take on other work.

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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. My phone number is (XXX) XXX-XXXX. Did you attend a few recently? Great post Richard.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 5, 2009

Well, I sit home all day sending out resumes to evil trolls who won't even return a phone call, and then I watch Ellen and Oprah, to make sure I'm up on all the celebrity news before settling in to surf the Internet for endless hours while eating an entire bag of out-of-date Cheetos I bought at the dollar store. Seize the day.

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On The Job

JUNE 14, 2007

There's no better feeling than coming out of a job interview and feeling like you nailed it. You and the interviewer clicked, everyone seemed very impressed with your resume and abilities, and there was plenty of positive body language. Tags: jobs interview first impressions. Don't give the bad impression time to sink in.

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Allwork

JUNE 5, 2023

Examine the ripple effect that technology has on society, encompassing education and essential skills acquisition. Also, you have a great podcast, which I’ve been lucky enough to be a guest on about the social responsibility at work and your interview change makers who are actively creating solutions for this mission.

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