Work-life balance is a big topic of discussion among both employers and employees right now. In today’s hyper-connected world of cell phones and instant internet access, many people feel that work is bleeding over to non-work hours far too often. As a clerical or administrative assistant, your role is to help a company remain on… Read more »
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Is Your Online Reputation Killing Your Job Search?
It is impossible to avoid social media today. Job seekers should take extra precautions to ensure that their online presence doesn’t affect their ability to find and keep a job. In spite of some legal gray areas when it comes to checking social media before making hiring decisions, employers will still Google candidates. Don’t let… Read more »
NEW Job Openings – Administrative Assistant – Benefits – Customer Service – Immediate Needs – Troy, MI
Harvard Resource Solutions Recruiters are looking for the below employees for our Clients. Call 248-498-5040 for information ! IMMEDIATE NEEDS Benefits Administrator 50- 55K ( Direct Hire) Southfield, MI Retirement / Benefits Administrator 24.00 – 28.00/hr Troy, MI Administrative Support 11.00 – 12.00/hr Novi, MI Administrative Support 11.00 – 11.50/hr Troy,… Read more »
How to Tell When Your Human Resources Job is Not Right For You
Not every human resources department is created equal. Have you begun to notice signs that concern you? Are you dissatisfied with the work that you’re doing? Do you have issues with the company policies? Whatever your reason for feeling restless, the worst thing you can do is ignore it. Here are a few red flags… Read more »
Asking Interview Questions to Land the Job
Your one job as a candidate is to impress the hiring manager and get the offer. But how exactly do you do that in a system that is designed to pit candidate against candidate in a series of interviews? The best thing you can do is prepare, learn about the company, and ask questions of… Read more »
What Employers Are Looking For on Administrative Resumes
A qualified administrative assistant is the backbone that holds a company together. However, many of the administrative resumes that cross hiring managers’ desks are bland and repetitive. How can you stand out as an administrative assistant without sounding overqualified? Here are some of the top achievements and requirements that employers are looking for on resumes…. Read more »
Why Winter is the Perfect Time for an Admin Job Search
You have probably heard that the holidays are a slow time for business hiring. It can be frustrating to take a several week break in December especially when you’ve been on the job market for a while. However, this advice is somewhat outdated. It isn’t that companies aren’t hiring this time of year. The real… Read more »
What Your Personal Brand Says About You as an Administrative Professional
Have you ever Googled yourself? This is a great way to see how others generally perceive you by looking at your online image. Your personal brand is made up of your work history, your online profiles, and your ability to sell your own skills. As an administrative professional it is imperative that you understand your… Read more »
Why Networking is Crucial for Admins
Administrative assistants often view their job as “behind the scenes,” but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Admins represent their executives or businesses to the company’s customers or the public in many cases. Networking is a skill that everyone — especially administrative workers — should cultivate, even if they think they won’t need to… Read more »
How to Keep Your Cool in a Stressful Interview Situation
No matter how much you prepare for an interview, you may find yourself in a situation that makes you very uncomfortable. If you come face-to-face with a stressful interview, how can you keep your cool? A stressful interview may mean you don’t want the job anyway but that doesn’t mean you can just walk out… Read more »