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Have been working at the same place for coming close to 3 years, offering a high level of flexibility and adaptability. I've not received a pay rise during my entire time employed, bar small rises… more

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What does one do about getting a job that's not in the service industry ? I have been on many interviews and got decline after decline.

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I think they should make AA's a trade. Just saying. Lol

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I applied for a virtual administrative assistant position and I apparently did well in all the stages... I had an interview and days later i received my offer letter and contract. At the contract stag… more

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I'd like to return to work. Self employed for 10 years but looking for either WFH or London based companies that love reliable, high energy, tech savvy women in their 50s with a wealth of experien… more

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Please can anyone refer me Baker Tilly i am exhausted and feeling suicidal, i have tried all the hacks there is but none working. i have tried contacting people on LinkedIn for referral. my heart is s… more

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I had an interview at 3 o’clock was not even seen till 4 o’clock and was told Out for surgery. So they set me up with someone else that didn’t know what they were doing. The sad thing is I was t… more

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I have experience in administration, customer service, and data entry, and I’m currently seeking a remote role in either admin or customer support. I have many years of experience. If you know of any … more

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Question, I do not have experience with booking international travel, how difficult or different from domestic?

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I've applied for more than 100 jobs in the last three weeks and landed only one interview. I'm in Canada—are there any legitimate remote opportunities available? I have many years of experienc… more

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Hi everyone, looking for advice. Left toxic job for PT admin role, not really my area of expertise but they liked me. Not had contract, starting next week. In meantime interviewed for role more my are… more

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Hi, I recently started to look for a job and in a few days I’ll an interview.
I checked the reviews of the company on here, and they are just TERRIBLE. I mean, very bad, not something you can brush off.
I’m … more

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Hi Everyone, so this is my first time posting on Glassdoor.. I am currently unemployed and getting alittle anxious looking for a new job.. I have applied to so many places and gone on several positive… more

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I recently got an invite to interview through Teams. What are the red flags to look for to confirm the legitimacy of the position?

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I have been sending my CV to more than 20 places during the last month but have not been called for an interview in any of the places although I have good education, extensive experience and the neede… more

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I’m a recent job corp student and I finished my trade (office administration) in June. Please drop down an entry level/no experience position where I could expand my administration experience.

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I have been applying on different platforms for the past two years, but I have learned one thing: you cannot get a job in Europe unless you have someone you know outside.And sometimes we get tired of … more

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I was recently let go after a year and a half as EA to the President and COO. They said I lacked interpersonal skills—I often kept to myself due to anxiety/bullying. The co. was family owned, and the … more

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Hi all need some advice,
Started a new admin role excited, but red flags popped up day one. Multiple new hires (high turnover?), asked to dog-sit for my attorney once I "get comfortable," an… more

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Started a new job about 4 months ago now, when I was hired they were very aware of my lack of knowledge on the systems or company as a whole. Since being there they've left me to 'train' myself and I&… more

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I’ve been sending in applications for jobs but have been getting rejected or just left in limbo. I’m getting really frustrated and honestly worn down. Advice on how to persevere when all you’re getti… more

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Hello, I am currently seeking full time employment as an administrative assistant. I have submitted applications, but it doesn't seem as though they are being viewed. Am I doing something wrong?

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If a lot of people with experience are out of jobs and can't land one, what's the hope for entry-level people like myself, who are finding it difficult to land a role because of the same exper… more

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It's so difficult to get job without experience 😔

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Should you provide a individual coverletter for job you apply for ?
Or could you create a generalized coverletter?
I apply to many jobs daily.
Please give me your thoughts

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looking for a job and not getting many interviews. I have been looking now for 5 weeks, and have no gaps in employment, increasing job responsibilities, and two wonderful letters of recommendation fr… more

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I'm new to the Palm bay/Melbourne area of Florida - moved from west palm beach where i worked for paychex for 2 1/2 years. - it seems like the job market is pretty rough in this area- i been looki… more

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Why is getting a job so hard? Please, am I the only one?

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Hi, I will be hiring my first EA soon to help clear up my time to more executive-level work. I’ve shared a few EAs with other colleagues before, usually for scheduling meetings, taking notes, and som… more

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I have worked in different industries, with all kinds of people and have never experienced so much collaboration and support from the team I was working with as I do at Boatman Ricci.

I’m proud to be a… more

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Why do companies never call back if you haven’t got the job? It’s very frustrating. Does anyone else experience the same?

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I’ve been unemployed for just over a month now, and while it hasn’t been easy, I’m staying positive and continuing to push forward. I’ve been applying consistently and trusting the process. If anyone … more

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I was recently laid off from a big five firm and find myself looking for another position as an executive assistant. I am 54 years old and worry that my age may make it harder for me to find a new job… more

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In looking for a new position and am in the final round of interviews for 2 different positions. Position 1 is at a very well known firm and will be a ‘step up the ladder’ putting me in more of a su… more

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Im new to the job market, through no fault of my own. My current employer is closing up the business mid-October. I am primarily looking for Receptionist/Admin Assistant positions in the Puyallu… more

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Hi fellow admins, just wanted to put a note out that the company I work for is hiring! Each location does require 3 days in office so not fully remote. Full disclosurer, the hiring process takes a whi… more

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Why are so many jobs hiring at 24 - 28, or even 30 hours per week to get out of needing to provide benefits? I'm job hunting but I need something livable!

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At this point I’d pay for someone to just give me a job with benefits. My current job is toxic. I’ve never had so many physical stress symptoms in my life. The bosses make fun of anyone who calls out … more

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I am currently looking for a new job. My question is, should I get hired in the next couple of weeks, should I mention the one week vacation that I had previously scheduled in September? Or should I just ca… more

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