Insperity

JUNE 18, 2019

Long-time veterans and first-year employees should be part of the conversation, as should administrative assistants, top-line management, front-line employees and their supervisors. When interviewing job applicants, use your organization’s ethical standards to ensure they are a proper fit.

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Go Burrows

OCTOBER 12, 2021

I’ve been an executive assistant coach since 2016, and as someone who provides administrative professional training to aspiring administrative assistants, I jumped at the chance to chat with Libby. Being a personal assistant was seen as something new. Oprah interviewed her when she was in New York.

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Insperity

JUNE 2, 2015

If you’re trying to hire engineers, sales managers and reps, administrative assistants, or accounting and finance staff, you’ve probably noticed that qualified candidates are hard to come by. When you meet candidates in person, ask behavioral and situational interview questions. How do you handle a challenge? Give an example.

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Go Burrows

APRIL 21, 2024

Liliya Susong is a Senior Administrative Assistant at Nestlé North America. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Liliya shares her journey navigating culture gaps as an immigrant to the US, communication, networking, and working with an assistant team.

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Insperity

JUNE 23, 2014

For example, if you’re hiring an administrative assistant and the candidate was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) 10 years ago, this may not affect how well they do their job. Will their conviction affect the job you’re hiring for or put your employees in danger? Give them the opportunity to explain the conviction.

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Go Burrows

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Lucy is author of The Modern-Day Assistant: Build Your Influence and Boost Your Potential , as well as the CEO of Marcham Publishing, a global force synonymous with world-class conferences and training. In this episode, Lucy talks about her new book, the Global Skills Matrix for administrative assistants, and much more.

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Go Burrows

JUNE 2, 2024

. – Dad CONNECT WITH VICKIE Vickie on LinkedIn Vickie’s Event Business ABOUT VICKIE Vickie Maldonado’s background and experience are from her career in administration of nearly 20 years. She began as a 17-year-old volunteer Administrative Assistant to her youth pastor and later was hired full-time.

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The Receptionist

JUNE 28, 2023

Brooke Bastain is an Executive Assistant at the Denver-based software company, Conga. In her interview on our podcast, The FABRIC, she reflected on her own value and how she plays to her strengths within her organization. “I’ve And those are only scraping the surface. I started as a receptionist and I wanted to do more.

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Ask a Manager

APRIL 7, 2022

This post, can I tell my friend the interview questions in advance, finding out if an employer drug tests, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. Is it bad to tell my friend what the interview questions will be? So my question is this: is it bad for me to share my knowledge of these interview questions?

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Work Life

MARCH 11, 2024

In fact, HR systems are designed to ensure that no one without certain requirements is even taken into consideration, and standardized interview processes often diminish the opportunity for authentic human connection. Amidst this chaos, I came across an administrative assistant whose capabilities far surpassed her lack of formal education.

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Ask a Manager

MAY 15, 2019

A reader writes: I have been on the job hunt for a while and have had numerous phone/in-person interviews for administrative assistant positions. I seem to struggle a little bit with my general overall presence during an interview (which has gotten better thanks to your tips!) More on this here.).

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Ask a Manager

FEBRUARY 8, 2015

How to explain a firing when interviewing. ” question in an interview, she suggested that I stick with a generic answer such as, “We were going in different directions.” What would be your advice on how to handle this in an interview? Interviewing when I’m happy at my current job.

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C-Suite Assistants

OCTOBER 14, 2020

An executive assistant must have leadership and decision-making capabilities and experience. In comparison, while a personal assistant needs to be flexible and eager to help however they can, they don’t necessarily need leadership capabilities. Sure, you could find an assistant on your own. Finding the Perfect Fit.

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Go Burrows

AUGUST 30, 2021

Let’s not mince words, an executive assistant is a leadership role. Whether you’re an executive assistant, an administrative assistant, or an executive business partner, you hold a leadership position. . An executive assistant is someone who represents the interests of the person they’re assisting.

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Work Life

AUGUST 21, 2024

When the animals team got to meet and “interview” internet-famous cats Lil Bub or Princess Monster Truck , everyone knew. The same was true for when human celebrities, like Demi Lovato or Adam Scott, came in for interviews and photo shoots. The mostly glass office meant that everyone knew when something exciting was happening.

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Ask a Manager

MAY 17, 2016

I want to give my interviewer a portfolio demonstrating my admin skills. I am an administrative assistant and have a second job interview coming up the end of this week. I really want to wow them with my great administrative skills and do something that will make me stand out above the other candidate(s).

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Ask a Manager

MARCH 11, 2018

I am starting to plan the annual Administrative Assistant’s Day observance. For the past several years, the firm hosts all the administrative staff to a nice lunch at the local country club, followed by a lecture on a topic by one of the two senior partners. Interviewing with braces. I’m 24, by the way.

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SnackNation

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Measurable goals for administrative assistants can mean the difference between professional success and professional stagnation. Here’s everything Administrative Assistants need to know about setting measurable goals. Setting Measurable Goals for Administrative Assistants. Why Set Measurable Goals?

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C-Suite Assistants

AUGUST 12, 2024

They may want to hire dedicated professionals for the sales team but don’t have the bandwidth to create and post a job description, review resumes, vet candidates, and schedule interviews. Event Planning An assistant can plan company events, from tradeshows to company retreats.

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Ask a Manager

MARCH 13, 2018

It’s true that “secretary” is now mostly considered an old-fashioned title and has been largely replaced by “administrative assistant” or “executive assistant.”. I found an interview with Lynn Peril , the author of a history of secretaries called Swimming in the Steno Pool: A Retro Guide to Making It in the Office.

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Ask a Manager

JANUARY 4, 2021

A reader writes: My team’s administrative assistant, Olga, is incredibly impatient, and expects me to quickly complete things that I don’t have any control over. For example, I work often with her on finalizing the contracts for freelancers that we work with.

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Work Life

AUGUST 21, 2024

Administrative Assistant “Remote” and “hybrid” résumés As part of our analysis, we scanned résumés for the words remote and/or hybrid to see how work models and skills have changed over the past five years, covering pre- and post-COVID periods. Accountant 4. Project Manager 6. Accountant 7. Sales Associate 8. Recruiter 9.

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Work Life

APRIL 24, 2024

For instance, jobs in which women make up the majority of workers—such as medical administrative assistants (91% women), office managers (88%), and legal assistants (87%)—may be more likely to be replaced by generative AI. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. LinkedIn found that in the U.S.,

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Ask a Manager

OCTOBER 11, 2017

I have been in my role as an administrative assistant for about two years now. Is it a red flag if all your interviewers are running late? I recently had three interviews with a company that I was very excited about, until the actual interview process. The first interview was on a Monday and by phone.

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Ask a Manager

DECEMBER 29, 2016

Interviewing with a beard as a woman. Would I be shooting myself in the foot interviewing unshaven, or would shaving for the interview and then stopping be dishonest? It definitely would not be dishonest to shave for the interview and then stop after you have the job. It’s four answers to four questions. Here we go….

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Ask a Manager

DECEMBER 17, 2018

I work as an administrative assistant in the front of the office. Christmas tantrums, Hanukkah balls, and other workplace holiday disasters I threw up on the floor during an interview, former employees are banned from our holiday party, and more can I refuse to put up Christmas decorations at work?

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Ask a Manager

JUNE 9, 2019

Can I recover from a terrible interview? Recently I applied to a job in my home state and was given several phone interviews. Those went so well and I was such a good fit that I was flown out at their expense for in-person interviews. The first position I applied for, when I had the killer interview, has just opened up again!

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Ask a Manager

APRIL 22, 2022

In the fall, I finally listened to you, applied for a fantastic position, and was so excited to have an interview! After the interview, it was clear that the 20% I didn’t have was way more than 20% of the job, so I didn’t get it. After several rounds of interviews, I received an offer.

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Great Place to Work

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

While coding tests are standard for programming roles at tech companies, Intuit takes the concept further, asking potential administrative assistants to plan out events or tasking training specialists with presenting an interactive workshop. Fostering inclusivity by seeking diverse perspectives.

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Ask a Manager

MARCH 23, 2017

I’ve worked at my company for over 10 years as an administrative assistant. My interview got cancelled because another team in the same company is interested in me. I have a lot of experience in a pretty specific real estate role, and I got interviews with both teams right away. It’s five answers to five questions.

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Go Burrows

DECEMBER 10, 2023

There, she mentors and trains over 12 executive and senior administrative assistants. Prior to Analysis Group, she worked as an executive assistant to the CEO, CFO, and CMO at a biotechnology firm in Boston.

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Ask a Manager

OCTOBER 18, 2018

I’ve also heard that she has shouted at her administrative assistant (who has been with the company for over a decade) and accused her in one instance of being unethical. However, I’m simultaneously finding out through the grapevine that she can get extremely angry at her team and sometime slams things around in her office.

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Ask a Manager

AUGUST 20, 2020

Sarah has been struggling to adjust to the work in ways we didn’t foresee from the interview — she seemed very qualified for the position, but is having trouble retaining information and prioritizing work. Can I ask for a different interview date? I opened a love letter sent to a volunteer.

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Ask a Manager

OCTOBER 20, 2016

A reader writes: My department’s administrative assistant (we’ll call her Olga) is incredibly impatient, and expects me to quickly complete things that I don’t have any control over. The reply: Technically I’m senior to her — she’s an administrative assistant and I’m a marketing associate.

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Ask a Manager

JANUARY 11, 2022

I recently started working as an administrative assistant. The job description and interview process made it clear that some cleaning duties would be necessary, and I was okay with that. Can I ask about salary before an interview? Is it impolite to email them before scheduling the interview? Here we go….

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Great Place to Work

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

While coding tests are standard for programming roles at tech companies, Intuit takes the concept further, asking potential administrative assistants to plan out events or tasking training specialists with presenting an interactive workshop. Fostering inclusivity by seeking diverse perspectives.

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C-Suite Assistants

MAY 1, 2023

If you’re looking to staff any positions in your nonprofit firm, and want to find the absolute best fit, consider giving C-Suite Assistants a call. Our nonprofit recruiters in NYC specialize in staffing positions from administrative assistants through executive assistant roles.

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