Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 9, 2015

If you can find a mentor or someone in your chosen profession to have a coffee with and get some invaluable advice, it really helps with your motivation. Once you have spent some time building up your experience, preferably in your own company, then it is time to spread your wings and get a new job.

Job Hunting 100

Job Hunting Project Management Interviewing Skills 100

All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

Each type helps set you up for success. When you show up to your review with your portfolio, there’s no need for your executive to ask questions about what you’ve done all year. Job Interviews. Most people who show up for a job interview are going to say that they can do the job. Performance Reviews.

Resume 52

Resume Interviewing Cover Letter Mentoring 52

Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Live Webinar Question and Answer Follow up! I worked in 12 different companies in 5 states and worked my way up to Executive Assistant supporting Presidents and CEOs. Or that your organization requires a degree before you can move up? We have a several webinars coming up! I know every aspect of the profession.

IAAP 100

IAAP ASAP Administrative Professionals Training 100

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? This was not my #1 dream job if that helps. OR if you want to EMAIL me why you would PAY to hire someone like me, I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Interviewing 40

Interviewing Medical ASAP Job Hunting 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

I have tried to research what the next level(s) up is, I can't seem to find any information. Do you by chance know what it takes to get up there? Sincerely, Anonymous” Dear NK, Thank you for the great question and btw, your wording of it was great! :) No need for me to “pretty it up!” When you job hunt keep this in mind.

Temping 40

Temping 2012 Salary Job Hunting 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 26, 2014

He's expressed his appreciation for my hard work and his desire for me to move up in the company once I've decided where I want to be, which I am still figuring out. I mentored other younger assistants. When I wasn’t with him, I was catching up with friends over dinner, at an event, or reading and relaxing alone.

Temping 40

Temping Stress Job Hunting ASAP 40

On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Like the rest of job hunters, Generation Y has found jobs can be tough to come by, even with their skills. This is now a more grown up generation,” says Dan Finnigan, CEO of Jobvite. There is nothing like real life to wake people up. When hiring picks up,(and it will), I think we'll see a more humble workforce.

2009 100

2009 Self Esteem AT&T Skills 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 16, 2012

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. Finding a job is very much a numbers game. And where they end up is really just a natural trajectory of where they began.

Agencies 40

Agencies Resume Job Hunting Temping 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

This person needs someone that can keep up. This person needs someone that can keep up. Don’t automatically assume because the package looks good or the job sounds great on paper you will like it. Job hunting and dating are very similar. I really would like to align myself with this new senior leader.

Email 40

Email Calendars Retirement Legal 40

On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Your resume should always be able to reflect that you’ve kept up on the latest training and skills. Attend an event or sign up for an online class that really challenges you. Becoming too comfortable in your career and with your skills can set you up for problems if you suddenly find yourself out of work. Find a mentor.

Gifts 100

Gifts 2009 Social Media 2010 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

Prior to this role, I supported 4 Executives at a Security company for 8 years and loved it but they relocated the division to another city so that's how I ended up where I am currently. I knew I didn’t want to job hunt for more than 6-9 months if I didn’t have to. I’m not sure how your job hunting experience was.

Job Hunting 40

Job Hunting Salary Temping Learning 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

DECEMBER 18, 2013

Many years ago, I was between jobs because I got laid off in a massive round at the company. A job opening came up and they wanted to offer me a job that would start the next day. As much as I wanted a job, I was always looking for the right job, not just any job. How long do you think is fair?

Temping 40

Temping Resume Interviewing Job Hunting 40

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

APRIL 4, 2013

I opened the phone book and signed up with every single one in town. No hello, no trying to chat them up, or loiter to see if any celebrities were there. Play up the fact that you are willing to do the little tasks, but are smart enough to make good decisions and think on your own when needed. And once you’re in, you’re in.

Interviewing 40

Interviewing Temping Resume Agencies 40