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

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 15, 2013

Here are 10 things to consider as you conduct your job hunt. To conduct a job hunt confidentially, only tell those people you MUST (the recruiters you are interviewing with, etc). Plan ahead how you will juggle job hunting and your current schedule. What's the correct approach? A Hi Allie, Great question!

Job Hunting 40

Job Hunting Resume Interviewing Negotiating 40

Allwork

JULY 26, 2023

The remainder is spent on non-work activities like checking social media, browsing news websites, chatting with colleagues about non-work topics, making personal calls, and even job hunting. An additional advantage is that such pairings assist junior staff in gaining on-the-job training and becoming integrated into the organization.

Policies 246

Policies Job Hunting Collaborate Management 246

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 no, start preparing for a job hunt. Train and mentor others.

Job Hunting 52

Job Hunting Telecommuting Mentoring Administrative Professionals 52

Practically Perfect PA

JULY 9, 2013

How do the company’s departments work together and how do the management team promote interaction? is there a budget for training? . Does the assistant have a 6 monthly and yearly job review and are objectives set each year? What is the company most proud of? What can be improved? Working with the boss.

Interviewing 100

Interviewing Job Hunting Budget Promotion 100

Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 30, 2014

I haven’t had the opportunity to complete any formal training but I do keep up to date with the industry by reading lots of articles on LinkedIn and other publications for assistants (like Practically Perfect PA!). I am very open to additional training and would love the opportunity to develop myself further.” .

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.

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Social Media Job Hunting Suppliers Twitter 100