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Lifer

Updated 10 days ago

cannot pass a background check - 11 Replies

I was convicted of a felony in 1992, i have worked for fortune 500 companies since that day. I was laid off in 2006 and have not had a permanent job...

catherine martinec

receptionsts

i need a job in this postion sooni lost my full time job 2 years ago.still looking to find one it is hard because not to many companies our...

Medwin in Gahanna, Ohio

Updated 1 month ago

A Degree vs Years of Experience? - 4 Replies

I find alot of entry level job postings for positions that deal with extensive customer service that a "Bachelors Degree is preferred". Am I...

marge in Kansas City, Missouri

Updated 1 month ago

Lack of employment for retired persons - 15 Replies

I believe we who are experienced retirees in many fields of business, are being discriminated against. Jobs are advertised, we meet the...

Aundine in Phoenix, Arizona

Updated 2 months ago

need a job - 17 Replies

i am unemployed no more unemployment benefits l am and have been ooking for work as office, clerica, accts pay and rec clerk no luck i have 10...

philenehardin in Cleveland, Ohio

Receptionist search

I am presently a older college student, not much financial aid and I needed a job yesterday. However, search seems to have good Receptionist...

Chris Collins in Bronx, New York

Updated 2 months ago

HOW CAN I OBTAIN A RECEPTIONIST JOB WITHOUT FORMAL TRAINING? OR CAN I??? - 106 Replies

I KNOW I'M A FAST LEARNER AND OFFICE WORK HAS ALWAYS BEEN WHAT I HAVE WANTED TO DO, I KNOW SCHOOL IS AN OPTION BUT I'M REALLY HOPING THAT SOMEONE...

Sarah.Sokhela@gmail.com in Johannesburg, South Africa

im looking for a job receotionist in the hospitality industry

hi guys i really need your help i have worked in the hospitality industry for about a year and a half now as waitress and i would really like to grow...

james in Bloomfield, Connecticut

Updated 3 months ago

Unemployed - 5 Replies

I am currently unemployed :(. Looking for work in the medical field. I am a medical assistant of 14 years. Does anyone know where I can find a job?

vickifrogortiz@yahoo.com in Williamston, North Carolina

Updated 3 months ago

receptionist - 2 Replies

Does anyone know of a FULL-TIME receptionist position ANYWHERE in the US??? I am looking for an entry-level position, and I know I can do it--I have...

sharon kay parker in Brandon, Mississippi

looking for a receptionist job in the brandon/flowood area of ms

I have been looking for work since may of 2009,I have alot of customer service relations and I am self directed and a fast learner, dedicated to my...

Tina in Accra, Ghana

Updated 4 months ago

To be the best... - 44 Replies

What are the top 3 traits or skills every receptionist must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your receptionist...

florgrl* in Ripon, Wisconsin

Updated 5 months ago

age is a factor - 19 Replies

I agree age is a factor. I had 3 call backs for one position and when I got to the Director, suddenly they were looking for someone with different...

freedom loss in Sutherland, Nebraska

Updated 5 months ago

Background checks - 11 Replies

I work for a Security Co. and went o interview for a job, even asked the girl point blank if "Bad credit" was a factor and was told NO.....now after...

sameera in Muscat, Oman

Updated 6 months ago

Interview Preparation - 7 Replies

Do you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming receptionist interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and again?

Montalvo-Haspil in Bronx, New York

Updated 6 months ago

The KEY to getting a position as a receptionist - 18 Replies

The key to getting a position as a receptionist is to smile, smile, smile while you talk! I make cold calls to offices, I'm over 60 and work...

dave in Glendale, California

Updated 7 months ago

Weekend Receptionist - 1 Reply

Hello, I have been trying to obtain a Part-time weekend job for some time now however I have found my journey to be very difficult. I have 8...

suwwanee in Amman, Jordan

Updated 8 months ago

help - 1 Reply

doing a reception course level 5 FETAC anyone help x

Wanda in Amory, Mississippi

Updated 8 months ago

Receptioninst - 1 Reply

Yes, I been out of work for 2 1/2 years,I send out resumes on-line daily some responses, Im a hard worker my computer skills are a little weak but it...

Mansi in New Delhi, India

Updated 8 months ago

Receptionist job - 1 Reply

All Natural Body Care Day Spa & colonic center now hiring for full and part time! Positions include: Massage Therapist, Receptionist, esthetician,...

elaine alfano

Updated 8 months ago

DISAPPOINTED ! - 156 Replies

WHY IS IT SO HARD FOR A RETIRED PERSON TO FIND PART-TIME WORK EVEB AT MINIMAL WAGES. YOU GET ABSOLUTELY NO RESPONSE OR RESPECT FOR YOU AGE EVEN...

Dee in Lakewood, Wisconsin

Waubee lodge Resort

I am presently working at Waubee lodge, and to my suprise I hear from not managers but customers that we are going tp close?? Two of my managers have...

alwheeler471@comcast.net in Ogden, Utah

Updated 9 months ago

Ready for work as your next RECEPTIONIST! - 2 Replies

Why have I not been given the opportunity to work as your Receptionist. I have experience, dedicated, willingness to go the extra mile, pleasant,...

Mary inTampa in Tampa, Florida

Updated 9 months ago

Employment - 1 Reply

Hi, I have been unemployed for several months. I am a very experienced secretary/receptionist. I have very good people skills, and I know how...

Shawntise' Addison in Waldorf, Maryland

Updated 10 months ago

unenployment - 1 Reply

been out of work for six months send out resumes daily no response . i m hard worker my computer skills are weak but i will will work for my wages ....

florah in Pretoria, South Africa

Updated 11 months ago

receptionist/clerk - 1 Reply

One that can make a decent wage to live on.

nmforney in Toledo, Ohio

Updated 12 months ago

Part time front office - 5 Replies

I have been a receptionist for over 30 years. Love to direct and comfort people. Work well in customer service to be sure the public receive what...

Sharon Kolenda in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Job Search

I just compleated the Micro Soft program this summer. I work hard and show up for work on time. I compleated this program to find a job because I've...

KAREN in Washington, District of Columbia

Updated 15 months ago

i need a more high paying job so that i could my bills. - 1 Reply

i am working right now but it is part time and i need something full time.so that i could pay my bills. and still have some money left over. connie

Kat in Clinton, Massachusetts

Updated 15 months ago

interviews for receptionist....why so many? - 8 Replies

I've been looking for receptionist work after about an 8 year job stint. Have things changed a lot with me having to do 2 or 3 interviews and in TWO...

GAIL R WELCH in Palm Coast, Florida

receptionist

I am very much interested in working in the office. I have been clerical for 21 years and recently working at Walmart as a pharmacy tech. I am...

go-fer goddess in Canton, Michigan

Call screening expertise!

For years I worked as an admin in a big company where people took their own calls with few exceptions and few "outside" callers. Now I have an...

Career Counselor in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Updated 16 months ago

Waist of time - 33 Replies

I GO ON MANY INTERVIEWS AND SEND OUT SO MANY RESUMES AND COVER LETTERS GIVE SO MANY CALLS AND SAD TO SAY THAT THE COMPANIES SHOW NO RESPONSE. THEY...

Inferness in Brooklyn, New York

Updated 17 months ago

Veterinary Jobs - 2 Replies

I start vet school in the fall and will be a fully certified vet assistant, by the end of the year. Im currently unhappy in the feild that I am in...

Sue Daniels in Danbury, Connecticut

Updated 17 months ago

Recptionist - 1 Reply

reception is a joke your not just that you do it all for nothing and get nothing in return low wages and nasty looks and you are there slave to do...

Gretta Haberman in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan

Wow

My first tip to most of you would be; start by spelling RECEPTIONIST correctly. It just might help with getting the interview. Yes, we work hard, yes...

ms jones in South Glens Falls, New York

Updated 18 months ago

Disgusted of "All" These Agencies - 33 Replies

I am just tired that we are wasting our lives going on interviews but to no avail. I am so disgusted that I just will not go anymore on interviews...

Mary Ann in North Haven, Connecticut

Updated 18 months ago

Show me the money... - 8 Replies

What are typical receptionist salaries? Do some companies pay a lot more for this position than others? What does a top earner make in this...

Lucinda Borowiecki/Clarksville Tennessee in Nashville, Tennessee

Updated 19 months ago

"Receptionist/Switchboard Operator" - 4 Replies

I am looking for a Receptionist position with a professional and stable enviroment. i have so many years and experience. Salary...

FRUSTRATED in Milford, Pennsylvania

SECRETARIAL POSITION

I have been searching for a position in the secretarial field for about a year. My last position was working for a real estate office in Middletown,...

ladycascadia in Halsey, Oregon

Updated 19 months ago

receptionist position - 9 Replies

hey,why is it so hard to find a job just being a receptionist??

Sarai Dominguez in Lubbock, Texas

Receptionist

My name is Sarai Dominguez 21 years old. I am lookin for a part time job as a receptionist. I have had 2 years of experince when I was in high...

Colleen Owen in San Antonio, Texas

Finding a "Receptionist" job..

I am trying to find a Receptionist job about (10) minutes from my house paying about $11.50 -$12.00 hourly. I have over (10) years experience and...

nancy Dault

Updated 20 months ago

Receptionist / File Clerk - 11 Replies

I am interested in applying for a position with your agency. The title that i am applying for is a Receptionist / File Clerk. I am interested in...

Jamie Shultz in jonestown, Pennsylvania

Receptionist ...At this Place ...

does anyone have a receptionist job at a Harley dealer shop ... reply .. Thanks Jamie

brdly064@aol.com in Bethesda, Maryland

Updated 20 months ago

looking for part time work - 4 Replies

just a little aggravated with the fact that it's so hard to find something close to home. And the money they offer for part timer's.

Bobbie J.

Receptionist Do More Than Answer Phones

I'm a Receptionist with a national organization. Unfortunately, the salary does not equal the work. As a Receptionist, I also have administrative...

Michele in california

Updated 25 months ago

Temping - 1 Reply

I just recently ended a 6 mongh assignment and have been puttting in NUMEROUS emails into a few temp agencies expressing interest in the many...

YERA in Visalia, California

Updated 28 months ago

The best part is... - 1 Reply

What do you enjoy most about receptionist work? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to learn and...

YERA in Visalia, California

Updated 28 months ago

why is it hard to find a job in the valley. - 2 Replies

because I don't know spanish.

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