Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 11, 2014

‘We don’t have a choice on whether we do social media; the question is how well we do it?’ One of the biggest changes I’ve seen is how social media now plays a crucial part in the role of an admin professional. So how do admin professionals become social media experts?

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Allwork

MAY 15, 2023

Develop a strong online presence: Showcase your skills and experience through a professional website, blog, or portfolio. Make sure your social media profiles reflect your personal brand and highlight your achievements. Stay informed about industry trends: Keep up to date with the latest news and developments in your field.

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

In an era dominated by remote work, AI, and social media, a personal cover letter is still important. Believe it or not, sometimes being laid off can be a blessing in disguise because it can open up pathways for self-improvement. Material that can be used in your professional portfolio that demonstrates your skills and talents.

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On The Job

AUGUST 8, 2018

When you get a job interview, the worst mistake you can make is just trying to “wing it,” no matter your level of experience or the skills you possess. Interviewing requires preparation and practice, and those that put in the effort are much more likely to get the job they desire.

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Executive Leadership Support Blog

JANUARY 27, 2022

Earlier this year, Team ELS had an opportunity to interview Monique Helstrom, speaker, activator, and un-locker of human potential, on effective communication. ELS: What have you been up to over the last few years? I added in some social media posts. I ran his life, but I wasn’t his wife. I was his producer.

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Success

JULY 20, 2023

It’s one thing to stretch the limits of your team’s capabilities, but don’t set them up for failure. If you don’t have the budget to hire a full-time staff, consider hiring a skilled hourly assistant to delegate tasks to. Host regular follow-up meetings to ensure everyone is on track. Communicate clearly when you delegate tasks.

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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. Our username is @OfficeDynamics for all social media platforms.

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Allwork

AUGUST 3, 2023

Surrounding yourself with others hard at work creates the right conditions for focus, reducing the inclination to check emails and go on social media. the label of “chronic procrastinators,” reveals psychology professor Dr. Joseph Ferrari, in an interview with American Psychology Association.

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Success

APRIL 9, 2024

Robbins recalls growing up with nothing and scraping pennies together to buy his first suit. “My A UPS employee who never earned more than $14,000 in a year, Johnson was eventually worth a staggering $70 million. My life has been a tumultuous lesson since day one,” Robbins says. “If The secret to his success?

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On The Job

JANUARY 25, 2021

As the job market opens up, the competition for jobs is going to be pretty tough. Clean up your social media. What turns up? After being in lockdown, you may need to dust off some of your professional skills. Put your shoulders back, hold your head up and look the employer in the eye (or camera).

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Allwork

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Clear communication up front, and continuing conversation through regular check-ins and transparent project management helps streamline workflows and prevent confusion. In 2020, more than a third of Americans freelanced — up 22% from 2019, CNBC reports. And the key to good management — freelance or otherwise — is communication.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

And if you’ve worked in the same position for years, you might need some brushing up on your office skills and resume building too. Grow with Google offers free online tutorials and productivity tools to bring your office software and application skills up to date. LinkedIn for Skills Learning and Networking.

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Karen Vivarelli

OCTOBER 11, 2020

We chatted about whether the course was the right fit for her because Krystal was already working with clients at this stage and she wanted to make sure she was going to be learning the right skills and tools before signing up. Luckily I can say that she did say ‘yes’ and signed up to my VA Course in June 2020.

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All Things Admin

MAY 10, 2022

For administrative professionals looking to grow their careers, social media is one of the most powerful tools at their disposal. A fantastic place for admins to focus their social media efforts, the platform offers a wide variety of features to leverage for career advancement. Grow your professional network.

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Success

OCTOBER 18, 2023

But in those weeks that her podcast had gone dark, Sorro spent days balled up, crying in the darkness. Many just don’t know how to speak up because they’re so afraid to ruffle feathers,” Sorro explains. For decades, Sorro had worked up to 100 hours a week. She had given up weekends and had moved across the country.

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Success

JUNE 15, 2022

“At a time when the city was ready to burn itself to the ground, the kids stepped out and changed attitudes among themselves and their community,” Coach Herman Boone said in an interview included in the movie’s DVD. I got into the habit of looking for new material and skills to acquire. Talk it out. Think beyond your role.

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Recruit CRM

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Although everybody has called it as the new normal , the recruitment companies needs to pace up its market after the end of the pandemic. Social distancing, working from home, self-isolation are the new trends but it's not long when all of these are going to serve as new norms. The effect of Covid-19 shall for sure last for years.

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Recruit CRM

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Although everybody has called it as the new normal , the recruitment companies needs to pace up its market after the end of the pandemic. Social distancing, working from home, self-isolation are the new trends but it's not long when all of these are going to serve as new norms. The effect of Covid-19 shall for sure last for years.

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Success

JULY 5, 2021

Eighteen minutes and 17 seconds into DJ Khaled’s Zoom interview with SUCCESS , his voice was briefly drowned out by what sounded like the unmistakable roar of a lion. He picked up the phone long enough to hear his mom’s scream at the other end before the call dropped. His parents and sister were roughed up. I’m not for that.”.

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Success

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In Diane’s case, she moved up the ranks into the account director role as reward for doing a continually great job in her previous positions. There are behavioral-type questions we can ask in an interview to help determine how a person might interact with their peers, but it is not foolproof,” Mitchell says.

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Recruit CRM

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

If you're hiring for a remote position, certain personality traits and skills are more critical now than ever. Modify Remote Job Descriptions Job descriptions are often commonly overlooked and end up being neglected. Be sure to mention your expectations, including the required skills and traits. Be specific but concise.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 14, 2019

I was being interviewed by major news publications! My blog was actually purchased by a start-up company (an online community for admins) and I was hired to help build it. We need people to step up and provide support to support professionals—the people who often need it most but rarely get it. In 2008, things got really crazy.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 31, 2014

I wanted to do a Practically Perfect round up for 2014. Which secretary skills are worth keeping? Interview questions and answers for assistants part 5. Managing your social media content. 15 social media and technology trends for 2015. How to keep your career passion burning. Who discovered Elvis?

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Success

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

“I have a responsibility to use my life experience to help other people,” says Elrod in his latest interview with Brilliant Thoughts ’ Tristan Ahumada. He says that serving others ends up increasing the worth of the person giving. If you hate waking up early, don’t panic. Take responsibility for elevating your consciousness.

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Practically Perfect PA

JUNE 21, 2017

Web launches, advertising campaigns, social media marketing, new business launches are all big events that require the expertise of a stylist to help businesses put their best face forward and her clients love her for this. Margaret will be presenting a session on Real Life Job Interview Questions and Answers for Assistants.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 28, 2024

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. Implement skill assessments to objectively measure candidates’ abilities.

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Success

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

of all job switches” in 2021, up from under 2% in 2010. For Chad Stripling, director of data science for the interaction innovation team at 84.51° , a data science and analytics firm and media company in Cincinnati, Ohio, four years was long enough to be away from his former employer. The average time away was 17.3 months in 2010.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 21, 2016

Interview session: Creating an effective partnership with your Executive. During the course of the conference we will look at all manner of things that will help assistants improve their skill sets and remain relevant as the industry changes. Interview session: Using social media to empower assistants.

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All Things Admin

MAY 10, 2022

For administrative professionals looking to grow their careers, social media is one of the most powerful tools at their disposal. A fantastic place for admins to focus their social media efforts, the platform offers a wide variety of features to leverage for career advancement. Grow your professional network.

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The demand for efficiency is at an all-time high, and as organizations grow and become more complex, skilled administrative professionals are needed now more than ever. Complex travel arrangements, calendar management, and keeping up with technical innovations are only part of what an excellent executive assistant needs to do for you.

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Allwork

JUNE 14, 2022

While sharing posts on social media is certainly a step in the right direction, Bambee CEO and founder Allan Jones agrees that organizations need to talk the talk and walk the walk . A good starting point for companies is the questions they ask in interviews. Ask them about a skill they taught themselves and why.? .

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Recruit CRM

DECEMBER 22, 2020

It's one of the most crucial recruiting months apart from January and June when social recruiting is a top priority and recruiters must really look forward to pulling up their socks during this time. Usage Of Mobile Platforms Increase Significantly This is the time when most of us use social media the most.

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Success

JUNE 23, 2021

For the past decade, BELAY has been witnessing this phenomenon firsthand through its network of contractors who supply virtual support as assistants, bookkeepers, web maintenance professionals and social media strategists. Most leaders could benefit from an assistant, but why virtual ?

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Success

AUGUST 9, 2023

Exactly a decade later, I find myself at her stunning country home in Connecticut interviewing her for this cover story. This, of course, was well before social media or digital marketing was a revenue generator for entrepreneurs. Carr’s documentary-style videos highlight all the ups and downs of her journey.

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Recruit CRM

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Agency recruiters have already wrapped up recruiting and it’s time to look back at all that the industry has attained so far. It has certainly been a year full of ups and downs but we have built resilience and sailed through it smoothly. Social recruiting efforts didn’t go to waste either. Access the full checklist here.

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C-Suite Assistants

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Startup EAs must be able to grow with the organization and “scale up.” . In addition to traditional forms of administrative support, such as email and calendar management, they require a special combination of skills, qualities, and characteristics that are essential for success in the role. Thick-skinned and highly resilient.

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Practically Perfect PA

MAY 6, 2015

Administrative professionals make up a fifth of the working population so although there are plenty of jobs the competition is tough, particularly for the senior assistant roles. During the interview is your time to shine. Before you do start the job hunting process do ensure your social media presence reflects your professionalism.

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