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lola35 Updated 19 hours ago |
criminal record - 28 RepliesYou just need to remain positive. Everyone deserves a second chance. When applying for jobs if the question does come up about your past record... |
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kuscudd Updated 1 day ago |
Laid Off and then found work -inspiration for other's - 1 ReplyI just got laid off and am interested in starting a new career as an administrative assistant. My previous job was data entry operator. Do you have... |
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Laid Off in ct but now employed Updated 6 days ago |
College degree needed to be a secretary - 135 RepliesI totally can relate to your frustration. I see this happening a lot. While I was off and doing contract work, one company required a Masters!! I... |
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Melissa Rothstein Updated 6 days ago |
What is it like being a secretary? Pros and Cons. Should I do the 1yr or 2 yr program? Is it a good career choice? - 2 RepliesI think that the names are sort of interchangeable. Administrative Assistants often have more of an office manager roll than secretary's or... |
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Emmanuel in Banjul, Gambia Updated 20 days ago |
Relearning shorthand - 72 RepliesI haven't used shorthand in many, many years and got pretty rusty at it. What would you suggest as the best way to improve and basically relearn... |
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Sexy in Long Beach, California Updated 27 days ago |
What is the next logical step after admin? - 32 RepliesI am a great admin, no doubt about it. But, as with most in the profession, I am sick of it. I'm sick of being a babysitter, travel arranger, party... |
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crazy EA in Methuen, Massachusetts Updated 1 month ago |
Administrative Assistant - 171 RepliesWhy every one is calling themselves Administrative Assistant, from a HS degree to a Masters degree in Administration. We don't have secretaries any... |
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dorothy in Hiram, Georgia Updated 1 month ago |
MS Excel: How proficient is proficient? - 7 RepliesI am thinking about becoming an AA, and have been working on my skills in MS Excel. I was wondering if the experienced Administrative Assistants out... |
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Adverse to Administrative Work in Burlingame, California Updated 1 month ago |
Escaping the Female Ghetto that is Administrative Work - 51 RepliesAs mentioned in a previous post I too am tired of doing administrative work. I've been an admin. for sixteen years and I am fed up with the high... |
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Lol in Redmond, Washington Updated 2 months ago |
Why is it hard for military veterans to find a job? - 58 RepliesHello everyone, I am a 28 year old Army Veteran who was just Honorably Discharged from the military after 8 years. I worked in the Human Resources... |
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Vasso in Thessaloníki, Greece |
How can you contribute as an admin assistant? What will you bring to the job?Hello everyone, I'm completing a job application for an administrative assistant position. What would be the best answer to this... |
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pete in Brewer, Maine |
Are office assistants in Maine all female?I am a male executive assistant who used to work for a large firm in New York City. I moved to Maine five years ago and have had no luck getting a... |
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MnD in North Sioux City, South Dakota Updated 2 months ago |
Unemployed too long - 15 RepliesI've been unemployed since February when i was laid of with over 300 others. I've been searching relentlessly to no avail. I have over 20 years... |
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Denise in Rochester, New Hampshire Updated 2 months ago |
BONNEY STAFFING CENTER in Portsmouth, NH - AGE DISCRIMINATION - 4 RepliesDo not go to Bonney Staffing and waste your time. They AGE DISCRIMATE BIG TIME. Have had nothing but excuses from them as to why they will not... |
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neknek in Talladega, Alabama |
Looking for Employment in the Raleigh/Durham Area!!!I am an experienced admininstrative assistant. I have applied in every area possible in the Raleigh/Durham Area including the Durham Public School... |
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Madeleine in Darien, Illinois Updated 3 months ago |
Goal Question During An Interview - 81 RepliesOkay, I'm in my 50's, actually 57 and been an admin for 10+ years except temping that last 2 years. Now going out for an interview and getting... |
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i live in Okinawa, Japan Updated 3 months ago |
Interview Questions / Answers - 47 RepliesAfter 11 years of supporting one executive at one company, I'm now searching for a new position. I have a list of questions to ask a potential... |
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Bill Sampson in Woodbridge, Virginia Updated 3 months ago |
Administrative Assistant with TS/SCI??? - 1 ReplyAnyone know what the salary would be for a college graduate with a TS/SCI who is applying for an entry administrative assistant position in the... |
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Teresa in Natick, Massachusetts Updated 3 months ago |
Older Worker Seeks Employment - 51 RepliesI I find it more diffucult to find work because I am 55 years old work |
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Kpisme in Augusta, Georgia Updated 3 months ago |
Tired of Administrative Assistant jobs! - 162 RepliesIs anyone else finding that once you've worked in administrative and clerical positions, that's all employers see you as - no matter what your other... |
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Hannah in Los Angeles, California Updated 4 months ago |
Relentlessly Seeking Employment - 45 RepliesThis December will mark five years since I've been unemployeed. I never thought that I'd see the day where being out of work would turn into years. ... |
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Pam in Cromwell, Connecticut Updated 4 months ago |
need math to be an administrative assistant? - 5 Repliesi was just wondering if you need any math to be an administrative assistant and what kind/ |
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Dana Muoio in Simi Valley, California Updated 4 months ago |
Don't want to be adminitative assisted anymore. - 4 RepliesI hate being administrated assistant. How can I start a new career immediately? I can't afford to take a break from work to go back to school. |
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Admin in Baltimore, Maryland Updated 6 months ago |
Something I've noticed about Admin Assistant jobs lately - 1 ReplyI've been looking for a job and noticed that 99% of admin assistant jobs require being the receptionist also. why is this? It use to not be like... |
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lrm in Randallstown, Maryland Updated 6 months ago |
What more can I do to stand out above the rest? - 18 RepliesI have been on several 2nd or 3rd interviews that look promising, being in the "top 3 or 5" and then end up not being the one they hire. I have a 12... |
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apgtoocooll in Van Nuys, California |
Why makes someone stand out more than others when the qualifications are right there?Does anyone have any suggestions. I sure would like to know |
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dds in Rockville, Maryland Updated 6 months ago |
ISO a job - 3 RepliesI was recently laid off at a law firm in DC. I was there for 4 years and was not given a severance package. I have 20 years of legal... |
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newbie in Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
Administrative Assistant and typing speedI am new to New York and about to start job hunting. My question is that are AA's tested on their typing speed. I have worked in the Legal Field as a... |
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eleanor draughn-parker in Hartford, Connecticut Updated 7 months ago |
Getting back into workforce - 18 RepliesI am semi-retired but am bored out of my mind. I want to get back into the workforce and have excellent experience as an administrative... |
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Dez-Ari in Peoria, Arizona Updated 7 months ago |
Changes in Administrative Assistant field in the last three years - 20 RepliesI am presently taking an online course to be able to work as an administrative assistant and was given an assignment, requiring me to INDICATE SOME... |
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deanna in Austin, Texas Updated 7 months ago |
Interview Preparation - 66 RepliesDo you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming administrative assistant interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and... |
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Missy in Chicago, Illinois Updated 7 months ago |
Best Admin Asst Advice - 98 RepliesFor those willing to take a moment to answer a few inquiries, I am soon to enroll in an administrative assistant program and would greatly... |
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Bailey in Decatur, Georgia Updated 8 months ago |
Looking for a job in Healthcare Administration - 1 ReplyI am currently going to school for my Bachelor's in Healthcare Administration. I have no experience in Administration work but I am a fast learner. I... |
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Dawn in Auburn, Washington Updated 8 months ago |
Starting a Career - Administrative Assistant - 6 RepliesI have recently decided to make a career change. I am currently a highschool teacher and have decided that being an administrative assistant is more... |
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Jade0514 in Minnetonka, Minnesota |
Infinity Retail SolutionsBe careful about applying for jobs with this company. I did and went to a three hour interview that took at least a day off of my life, only to find... |
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PollyAnn in San Leandro, California Updated 9 months ago |
SINGLE PARENT SEEKING RE-EMPLOYMENT - LAID-OFF.. . not easy when you can't divulge you're desperate - 1 ReplyIf you've been laid-off over a year, an employer seeking to hire now finds fault with this, even though you have been diligent in your job searching... |
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MJO in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Updated 10 months ago |
Admin. running personal errands - 20 RepliesI have been with a company for about 4 months now. I was hired as an Admin. Assistant, my 'official title' to those outside the company ranges from... |
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Sue in Derwood, Maryland Updated 10 months ago |
A Honest living - 1 ReplyHELP! I have been seeking employment for a couple of years. Because my work history is nil (licensed Realtor and Appraise) for 20+ years, no one is... |
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United we stand, Devided we fall ! |
Wages do not match job descriptionsWhich one are you? Office Clerical Support, Payroll Department, Data Processor, File Clerk, Receptionist, Supplies Coordinator ? Oh that's right! It... |
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saied moradi in Tehran, Iran, Islamic Republic of Updated 12 months ago |
How do you handle stress? - 3 RepliesI have had this question come up and I am not sure if I really gave them the right answer or the best answer. How do you handle stress? "I put... |
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nancy duckworth in Morganton, North Carolina |
tired of hearing we get back to you .i am sick and tired of employes asking me about my age that does not have any thing to do with my experience of legal assisnant/parageal.substance... |
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Karen Porter of The Effective Admin in Savannah, Georgia Updated 12 months ago |
Goals for Admin Asst - 6 Replieshi, what are the goals of a admin assistant? |
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tattwo in Charlotte, North Carolina |
Is there anyone on this forum that enjoy being a AA or EA?I have read numerous thread about how AA or EA's are treated like crap, underpaid, etc. It's somewhat discouraging. I'm trying to get out out the... |
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AdminRckStr in Brooklyn, New York Updated 12 months ago |
Need a bussiness correspondence (a letter, memo or short report) - 1 ReplyNothing fancy just need to critique it for a class I'm takin for Admin. Assistance. Any type of document will work thank you. |
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AdminRckStr in Brooklyn, New York Updated 12 months ago |
technology or people what is more important??? - 1 ReplyOf the various information system elements, do you believe that technology or people are more important? |
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AdminRckStr in Brooklyn, New York Updated 12 months ago |
How do you get your first administrative assistant position? - 1 ReplyI have a bachelor's degree in the liberal arts. I can type and am a fast learner. How can I break into this field? I have only retail management... |
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NicholeCD in Lowell, Massachusetts Updated 12 months ago |
RHI - 2 RepliesAnyone have any experience with Robert Half/Office Team....is it legitimate?? |
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TINY MOTHATEGO in Gaborone, Botswana |
JOBCURRENTLY I AM STUDYING AAT PART TIME IN BOTSWANA ACCOUNTANCY COLLEGE,I HAVE 2YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A RECEPTINIST AND 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A... |
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chelsea in Grand Blanc, Michigan |
computer hardware and softwarewhat computer hardware and software is used to carry out job duties and responsibilities. |
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chelsea in Grand Blanc, Michigan |
Retention and disaster recovery processWhat programs have you found best to use? |
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