Laughing all the Way to Work
JUNE 7, 2008
I temped here and there for a year. Finally, I got a job interview through the temp agency for a one-year contract. It would be the longest contract I had been offered so I was anxious to do well in the interview. I interviewed first with the HR manager and did well. It was long hours and no thanks.
Job Advice Blog
JULY 6, 2010
Home Founder Resume Writing Career Coaching Marketing Yourself Selling Yourself Job Stress General Advice Interview Skills "The Relocated Spouse [link] — jobconnection What can we learn from watching the Crystal Ball? Companies are hedging their bets by hiring temps instead a steady workforce.
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Laughing all the Way to Work
MAY 26, 2008
I was out of work, temping here and there for a year. Employers may get to see a side of you other than what you put on your resume or present at the interview. Don’t underestimate the value of temping. Working for a temp agency can either land you a full-time job or help to keep you employed while you are looking.
Melissa Peoples
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
I didn't love kow-towing to the age haters, but I also need to work, and let's face it, I am nowhere near ready to retire! I have also participated in several fruitful phone screens, and I have an onsite interview scheduled in the coming days. I touched on my experience instead, using terms such as 'extensive' or 'seasoned.'
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
JULY 10, 2012
Besides having a checking, retirement account, and a rainy day fund, you should also have a huge savings account of 6 months to a year or more of living funds. Whenever you interview for a job, there’s at least 2-3 interviews if not more. Have a huge savings account. Have money for job hunting and working.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
FEBRUARY 3, 2015
2) Ask to meet for fun and to conduct informational interviews When you send out an email as mentioned above, those who are happy to hear from you and want to help you will respond. You can hang out with your friend and informally conduct an informational interview. Those who are too busy will probably just read it and delete.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
APRIL 17, 2012
The shortest route is to look for temp work thru agencies or TaskRabbit, Craiglist, or volunteer. Be honest you understand the paycut and why it doesn't bother you at the appropriate time in the interview process. Your best bet is to get some experience in admin and being an EA thru temping or other contract work.
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