Administrative Assistance Advertising Interviewing 
Work Life
AUGUST 21, 2024
When the animals team got to meet and “interview” internet-famous cats Lil Bub or Princess Monster Truck , everyone knew. The same was true for when human celebrities, like Demi Lovato or Adam Scott, came in for interviews and photo shoots. The mostly glass office meant that everyone knew when something exciting was happening.
Ask a Manager
NOVEMBER 8, 2017
My boss is advertising my job because I got sick before some pre-approved vacation time. I have been at my new job as an administrative assistant for just over two months. I hope I’ve shown a strong work ethic since I started, and I was alarmed to hear you’re advertising my position in case I don’t work out. Not at all?
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Ask a Manager
APRIL 29, 2021
After a standard interview process, I was hired and have been here ever since. About 18 months ago, we were looking for a new administrative assistant for the business. Instead of advertising the position like we normally would, John hired Tammy, the “daughter of a family friend.”
Ask a Manager
JANUARY 28, 2016
I work for a small company in the HR department as an administrative assistant. Interviewer said “wow” when I told him how long I’d been out of work. Just a little while ago, I had a phone interview with an owner with a very dry sense of humor. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. I get up at 6 a.m.
Bonnie Low-Kramen
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
These challenges include: Persisting negative stereotypes about women and about the role of assistants Bullying and sexual harassment Inequity in compensation Slow advancement Discrimination and racism Here are five ways that company leaders and HR can ally with women to succeed and thrive 1.
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