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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Allwork

JULY 26, 2023

They must determine the best methods to manage in this new environment, accepting that there will be a level of discomfort and uncertainty in the process. Addressing these challenges involves middle managers recognizing the change in context and transitioning from automaticity to intentionality.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 13, 2011

Lately I've been poking around online trying to see what else is out there for self-branding and job hunting. But amongst my circle of friends and colleagues, since I love learning they usually figure I've read something about it or maybe came across it. Relationships and networking will always be about one on one connections.

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Recruit CRM

JANUARY 25, 2022

Are you on the hunt for a recruitment automation software to streamline your agency's recruitment processes? A recruitment automation software helps manage all recruiting tasks from sourcing candidates, building talent pools, and improving communication processes.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 9, 2013

’ stage of the process. Which software packages are most often used in the role and will the assistant have to learn any bespoke technology? Interviews admin administrators assistants Career Executive Assistant Interview questions Job hunting PA Personal Assistant' What is the company most proud of?

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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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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

A lot of executives dislike performance reviews, so anything you can do to make the process easier is a point in your favor! Job Interviews. Most people who show up for a job interview are going to say that they can do the job. Here’s a real-world example of how important portfolios are during the hiring process.

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Practically Perfect PA

JULY 26, 2016

With the support of Career Moves we have been able to put together a guide to help you prepare for the perfect PA job. Each chapter is dedicated to helping you through the process of applying for and securing the dream assistant role. We also work with a number of high-net worth individuals looking for a private or business PA.

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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. We have listed each speaker and what the attendees will learn. We had a rich discussion in the chat box that we’ll try to copy here for you.

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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. 2) Process your story frequently. I am a big fan of Steve Jobs’ philosophy about only being able to connect the dots by looking backwards. You learn who you can count on, rely on. You’ve probably also learned what money can and can not buy.

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On The Job

AUGUST 28, 2009

This is the URL to my "Use Twitter for the job hunt" post: [link] August 30, 2009 10:28 PM Anita said. Following the quick and simple registration process, simply send your PreVerify request to your former and current employers to complete online at a time that is convenient for them to do so. Thanks, Miriam.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

It's important to have a network and keep in contact with your old colleagues and coworkers, and let them know when you are job hunting. But if you're an old colleague of mine, asking to have coffee with me isn't going to get you a job even if I wanted to get you a job. I think the word is misused.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

The hiring process can be very lengthy, iffy, and constantly changes. Most often, when we don't get back to people it's because we don't have any new information to give you to elevate you to the next process or you are not our highest candidate. And the truth is, you will most likely never know.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

As employment rises to more than 10 percent, Haynes says that job seekers need to quit wasting time on strategies that won’t help them find a job. He suggests several ways to improve a job search process. He says some do’s and don’ts include: Don’t apply for jobs for which you’re not qualified.

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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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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

JUNE 11, 2014

If I had more work to do and would be learning along the way, I would stay. I knew I didn’t want to job hunt for more than 6-9 months if I didn’t have to. It’s a grueling process to keep doing for a year or more. And as I was working, job hunting and/or temping, I had to find other sources of happiness.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

I do know that the more experienced an EA is the PERCEPTION is they are less hungry, less flexible, less tech savvy, or less open to learning than new EAs who are trying to get their foot in the door, prove their worth, and are new to the EA role. What did they learn? Did one understand why they were terminated? How will they improve?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 13, 2016

I landed my dream job a year ago, I absolutely loved it and had plans to stay for the very long-term. My boss, the CEO, got fired in September last year and the company still hasn't started the process to replace him. You really enjoyed working there, but you look forward to learning new things and new adventures, etc.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

I have noticed three criteria of a good company during my years as a staff member and freelancer/contractor before getting hire, while working there, and upon finishing a contract job. 1) Good companies ask you to meet with as many people as possible during the interview process. It's the little things that matter! Please share!

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

I am very happy with my position, responsibilities, opportunity for learning and the support from all my colleagues and managers, but there is always the idea of greener pastures and higher salaries lingering in the back of my mind. Will you constantly review your job and life every 3 months when a new opportunity comes up?

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