Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

I had always meant to do a post on job searching and so I figured, why not now? AKA – Kiyomi’s 21-Step Job Hunt Strategy 1) Contact everyone you know in a personalized, positive, fun email When I first graduated college and whenever I am seeking new opportunities, I will literally email everyone I know.

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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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Job Advice Blog

AUGUST 2, 2010

Every person is unique, and every company and job is unique. Job hunting isn’t that different from dating. Clients come to understand why the typical strategies in finding a job so often fail, and learn what to do instead, why, and how, yet never hiding or sacrificing who they are.

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Workplace Insight

JUNE 28, 2024

The report concludes that the recruitment process could be becoming as savage as online dating, where four in five single people say they have experienced ghosting. Further, more than a quarter (27 percent) say reading about negative experiences would make them hesitant to apply to a company when job hunting.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 8, 2014

In fact in the US a recent report found that only 24% of employers planned to increase their staff numbers. This is particularly important if job hunting, as most recruiters will now look for an active engagement in your chosen profession. Employment opportunities and salary. Social Media.

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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. vs. i.e.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 25, 2009

2) Now that I'm job hunting again my biggest obstacle is HR or executives see not working for a CEO is a step down for me even though I don't see it that way. All my jobs have been with major corporations or conglomerates which also means only so many exist in the world and also in Los Angeles/entertainment industry.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

Your SVP reports to a President or CEO. Your CEO reports to a Chairman, the board, the owner of the company, shareholders, clients, etc. How good are they with logic, reasoning, critical thinking, and judgment skills? Now to answer your question on how you should address your termination while you job hunt.

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Allwork

JANUARY 19, 2025

A new study from Canva highlights a simple but powerful insight on how to do it: 96% of job seekers who use digital tools in their application materials get called back for interviews. Thats a staggering success rate, and it reveals that embracing modern tools can be a game-changer in your job search.

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Success

JANUARY 16, 2025

Anyone who has been on the job-hunting side of an interview table (or Zoom call) knows the distinct feeling of wondering what the heck the hiring manager wants. What skills do they really want in the best candidate for this role? But now, soft skills are overtaking smarts in an uprising of emotional intelligence (EQ).

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Success

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

A recent index report from KPMG , a Big Four accounting firm, estimates that 1.2 are growing up in grandfamilies, according to national advocacy group Generations United’s 2022 State of Grandfamilies Report. “Be very clear about what your skill set is. Working parents feel the effects of the U.S.

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Success

OCTOBER 30, 2024

You are probably job hunting right now,” says Jill Chapman, director of the Early Talent Program at Insperity in Kingwood, Texas. Not only does it enhance your resume, but it also equips you with invaluable soft skills essential for long-term career success.” Management experience offers a dual advantage,” Tang says.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

While I do feel like I may not have enough experience for this particular role I am interviewing for, they are seeking specific skills that I do possess. I am bilingual and have experience in financial analysis/reporting and database management. Translation: Soft skills trump hard skills any day.

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