All Things Admin

APRIL 28, 2021

If the answer is yes, keep adding value and learning new skills to stay relevant in your career. If the answer is no, start preparing for a job hunt. Some of these options include: Master skill you need now, but also engage in learning skills you’ll need in the future. Train and mentor others.

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Job Hunting Telecommuting Mentoring Administrative Professionals 52

On The Job

JULY 9, 2018

Sometime during your career, you may try working from home and take on independent gigs even if you have a stable job. to "trying out" a new skill such as writing or graphic design. There seems to be no shortage of online jobs being offered that let you work at home in your jammies while your kitty purrs nearby.

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Job Hunting Phones Resume Agencies 100

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!

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Interviewing Job Hunting Skills AT&T 100

On The Job

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Sitting by a scenic lake near his Ericsson office, Kearney recalls a brief stint as a government contractor after leaving the military and uses the lake as an analogy for his job-hunting strategy. Earning online certifications and receiving training in civilian management practices can be helpful when applying for jobs.

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Job Hunting Networking Retirement Resume 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. This is especially important if you are looking for a new job. Don’t use swear words or abusive language.

Social Media 100

Social Media Job Hunting Suppliers Twitter 100

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 18, 2013

If the new role requires you to work in a department supporting a number of people the answers should detail the excellent skills you have that will help the team succeed. I do work well on my own but I also like to get involved in projects and feel that I can contribute to any group work either using my creative or organisational skills.

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Interviewing Job Hunting Salary Stress 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.

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Interviewing 2003 Job Hunting Assertiveness 100

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Maintaining and building your online persona is a part of the new job search. Building your personal brand is crucial to standing out from the crowd when job hunting. After all, Inc reports that every corporate job opening attracts an average of 250 resumes, but on average only four to six people will interview for the position.

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Social Media Job Hunting Resume Facebook 100

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 16, 2010

I absolutely love reading my Training & Development magazine because I learn the latest workplace trends and their effect on those in the workplace, in addition to volumes of other good information. You have great skills, experience, a good attitude, and look professional; so do they. What is going to set you apart?

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Job Hunting Interviewing Training Skills 100

Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 16, 2010

I absolutely love reading my Training & Development magazine because I learn the latest workplace trends and their effect on those in the workplace, in addition to volumes of other good information. You have great skills, experience, a good attitude, and look professional; so do they. What is going to set you apart?

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Job Hunting Interviewing Training Skills 100

On The Job

OCTOBER 12, 2010

The job-hunting experience can be a stressful one: sending out resumes, interviewing, sending out more resumes and interviewing again. It can take weeks, even months, to nail the job you want. Grow your skills. Attend seminars that provide you with new skills, or consider taking a class to further hone your talents.

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Job Hunting Resume Cubicle Networking 100

Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

It is very hard for small business to find the money to support training. You might also look for courses that will develop some new administrative and entrepreneurial skills that will expand your contributions to your company and can possibly save them from having to hire another employee to do that work. It can be a very hard sell.

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IAAP ASAP Administrative Professionals Training 100

Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 12, 2016

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. See how your list of soft skills is greater than your other 2 lists?

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Skills Networking 2016 Management 100

Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

Joining a local networking group is a fantastic opportunity for assistants to meet other assistants in their area, receive training and support from the local community. We must be fussy when it comes to our training and pick events that not just tackle the same old issues but instead really cater for our needs. Technology.

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2014 Social Media 2013 Retirement 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

I will keep you posted on the outcome of my job hunt in these tumultuous times, and again thank you so much for your help. From that point, I used my WCA skills to carry me through. Those cognitive thinking skills and synergistic partnership came through! I had the edge, thanks to my WCA training. Jane Admin.

Resume 100

Resume Job Hunting Cover Letter Interviewing 100

Office Dynamics

MAY 18, 2009

I will keep you posted on the outcome of my job hunt in these tumultuous times, and again thank you so much for your help. From that point, I used my WCA skills to carry me through. Those cognitive thinking skills and synergistic partnership came through! I had the edge, thanks to my WCA training. Jane Admin.

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Resume Job Hunting Cover Letter Interviewing 100

On The Job

JANUARY 27, 2011

While referring to your own child as "what's his name" and calling anything technological "that thingamajig" may prompt laughter and plenty of teasing from friends and family, what happens when you have a brain glitch at work — or during a job interview? Older workers should embrace learning new skills and seek training on new technology.

Job Hunting 100

Job Hunting Interviewing Retirement Stress 100

Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 7, 2011

You should refer back to your core PA/EA skills for this one. This question is asking you to demonstrate which skills you call on to resolve problems. I held a training seminar and Committee meeting on the day that the second planned terrorist attack occurred in London in 2007. I always use the following example. “

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Interviewing Skills Restaurants 2007 100

On The Job

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

If you were a pilot, didnt it take thousands of hours of training and self-discipline to fly a plane? If youre mid-career, you didnt walk in off the street and get that job, did you? Dont ever think your skills and abilities arent worth telling others about, and that you dont have something worthwhile to offer.

2009 100

2009 Job Hunting Retirement AT&T 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 22, 2020

You are most likely a few of the following - an unwavering family member, reliable friend, devoted pet owner, helpful neighbor, a curious hobbyist, loving significant other, loyal sibling, dedicated parent, generous volunteer, studious learner, skilled amateur chef or baker, a handy DIYer, a selfless stranger, and the list goes on.

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Job Hunting Stress Self Esteem Skills 75

Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 12, 2012

The term ‘gatekeeper’ is used in association with PAs/ EAs frequently, you will see it in job applications, CVs, articles relating to the industry and everything in between, but what does it actually mean to us? Is this what gatekeeping actually means on a job application and if so how do we go about doing this part of our role?

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Suppliers Skills Filing Policies 100

Laughing all the Way to Work

MARCH 29, 2009

You may even start to think your current job is not that bad afterall. Posted by Patricia Robb at 12:22 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , bored , interview , job hunting , job satisfaction , professional assistant Reactions: 2comments: Foley-In-Charge said. Were you reading my last post? :) Great article.

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Time Zones Resume IAAP Interviewing 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

The point is to assist them but not just pick up their drying cleaning and walk their dog, but to manage their life and schedule as close to a regular EA job. 5) Look for jobs under different titles with the same skill set. Almost every job has an admin element to it. When you job hunt keep this in mind.

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Temping 2012 Salary Job Hunting 40

On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Get more training. Ask your boss for opportunities to train in other departments, or to attend seminars or classes at a local university. Your resume should always be able to reflect that you’ve kept up on the latest training and skills. 8 tips to help you find your way in this tough job. Happy New Year!

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Gifts 2009 Social Media 2010 100

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 11, 2014

I knew I didn’t want to job hunt for more than 6-9 months if I didn’t have to. And as I was working, job hunting and/or temping, I had to find other sources of happiness. So I read a lot about happiness, job hunting, and a meaningful life. I’m not sure how your job hunting experience was.

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Job Hunting Salary Temping Learning 40