Review Category : Jobs

A PA’s Guide to Confidentiality

As a PA or EA, your ability to handle confidential subjects, issues, emails and documents is essential. And increasingly, PAs are asked in job interviews how they approach the issue of confidentiality. This guide offers insider knowledge that will help you to handle all things confidential with confidence.   Confidential emails and digital files The issue of confidentiality is especially pertinent when it comes to handling emails and electronic documents. You’ll probably have access to your manager’s emails, and in most cases, you’re probably the first port-of-call in reading them and responding on their behalf.     Here’s how you ...

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Tips to Impress in Your Video Interview

First off, let’s start by defining what a video interview is. Video is the latest tool used by recruiters and employers to screen and interview job seekers in the first, second and third stages of the screening and hiring process. Whether you’re participating in an in-person or virtual interview your goal is the same — to make a lasting impression that earns you a subsequent interview. Yet virtual interviews present unique challenges, including use of technology, management of setting, and the ability to effectively show enthusiasm and interest, sell your qualifications, and send the right “vibe” in the absence of ...

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7 Proven Ways to Get Hired

The beginning of a new year is one of the most popular times to look for a job. But what if you have been out there looking for a long time? What if your hopes have been dashed again and again? What if you are beginning to lose energy and confidence in yourself? No matter how difficult the process and negative your feelings, this is the time to re-energize your efforts.   The following are 7 ways to regain your focus, boost your morale and revitalize your momentum.    Advertise on social media Beyond the obvious networking on sites like ...

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Minute taking tips

As any PA knows, taking minutes is a challenging and essential skill. This guide provides some handy tips on getting it right, every time.   Do your research Our PAs have suggested that the toughest aspect of taking minutes is understanding what is being discussed – summarising information you don’t understand is particularly tough when you’re having to summarise it rapidly. As is often the case, the key is doing your research. Find out as much as you can beforehand, and try to familiarise yourself with the terminology that will be used. And if you haven’t got time to prepare, ...

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Prepare for The New Year: How to Resign, Plan Job Search and Know Your Value.

After the festive period, employees tend to take new resolutions which often involve changing job. Here are a few tips on how to resign in a calm, calculated and diplomatic manner.    Be clear about why you’re leaving What you need to focus on is being clear about why you’re leaving. If your employers are surprised, angry or emotional, don’t panic; calmly and logically explain your reasons.    Be positive As a PA or EA, you know the importance of maintaining good relationships with everyone you meet, and especially everyone you work for. So, when you resign, emphasise the things ...

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It’s Time to Prepare for Christmas

And we don’t just mean buying presents! As a PA, there’s a lot to think about it in this busy period.   So, here are a few helpful tips on handling Christmas parties and holiday handovers.    Holiday handovers A relaxing Christmas break can easily be spoiled if you fail to get your holiday handover concluded smoothly, so consider the following: Start the handover early – there’s always a hitch or two, and starting early avoids any last minute panic Be realistic – don’t work yourself into the ground trying to fit everything in before you finish Write clear instructions – ...

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How to Find a Job Online

If you’re unemployed or ready to make a career change, there’s no time like the present to use the Internet to help you with your job search. Looking for a job has never been an easy task. Fortunately, these days, the Internet is an effective tool for online job search. All of us have searched for jobs at one point of the time or other. In fact, depending on your job and your job satisfaction, you may be looking for a new job even after you are gainfully employed.     Here are some steps to keep in mind for ...

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Top 10 Job Interview Mistakes

The interview is the single most stressful part of the job search process. Any number of things can go wrong, and a big part of being successful is avoiding simple mistakes.   You don’t want anything to stand in the way of you and your new job, so here are 10 simple interview mistakes to avoid:      Using your phone Answering your phone or texting during an interview is a sure-fire way to send the message that you’ve clearly got more important things to do. Just turn it off.    Arriving late You can make a very bad impression ...

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Job Interview Etiquette and Manners

Essential, hints, tips, advice and guidance on interview etiquette and the suitable manners for the occasion. When you’re looking for a job, the little things really do matter. Never underestimate the power of thoughtfulness. A well written thank you note or a bit of pre-interview preparation can mean the difference between getting hired or not.   Here are some ways to make sure you have good job interview etiquette.    Advise the receptionist of your arrival If you find yourself in the reception area of your potential employer, good job interview etiquette is to inform the receptionist that you have arrived ...

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