Success

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Lately, posts have been going viral as Gen Zers promote being “delulu.” Additionally, 78% of applicants routinely apply for jobs they aren’t qualified for, and half of the incoming resumes don’t meet requirements. So, the odds are in your favor to fake it til you make it—a little bit—in the job hunt.

Job Hunting 290

Job Hunting Clothes Stress Skills 290

All Things Admin

APRIL 28, 2021

Are things like a flexible schedule, ability to telecommute, additional days off, other company perks, or an off-cycle promotion an option? These are all forms of compensation that don’t necessarily involve a promotion. If the answer is yes, keep adding value and learning new skills to stay relevant in your career.

Job Hunting 52

Job Hunting Telecommuting Mentoring Administrative Professionals 52

Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 30, 2014

So ideally I’d like to attend courses or have some time for self-study so that I can learn new skills which will progress my career and benefit the organisation as a whole.” I am very open to additional training and would love the opportunity to develop myself further.” . Oh, this is a horrible question!

Interviewing 100

Interviewing Job Hunting Skills AT&T 100

Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Twitter is great for networking and hearing from other assistants, LinkedIn is great for professional development and job hunting, Facebook is useful for interesting articles and receiving updates from relevant companies. Do promote yourself and your achievements. Do use social media for different aspects of your career.

Social Media 100

Social Media Job Hunting Suppliers Twitter 100

Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

I decided to leave my previous employee in June 2010 but was job hunting for 6 months and when I did get the role I am in currently I had to complete a detailed application form, attend three interviews and sit two psychometric tests (for language and numerical skills). However, this just isn’t the case anymore.

Interviewing 100

Interviewing 2003 Job Hunting Assertiveness 100

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 12, 2016

Not getting promoted. On a piece of paper (I know I’m being old fashioned) write down 3 headings: Soft skills. Think about what skills people come to you for, what experiences you have that people talk to you about and what areas of expertise people ask you to help them with. Your soft skills are what make you brilliant.

Skills 100

Skills Networking 2016 Management 100

Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

A certification can certainly help you get promoted to an executive assistant position or be considered for an executive assistant position. It is very hard for small business to find the money to support training. What about taking advantage of training from Skillsoft or an employee training through your company?

IAAP 100

IAAP ASAP Administrative Professionals Training 100