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How did you start out as a Administrative Assistant? personal stories?
Asked by chloë
I've applied to these jobs so many times. I don't have any experience so I haven't had any interviews. So how did you start out with these jobs? did you do volunteer work in a office? or take classes to learn these computer software programs?
Asked by chloë
I've applied to these jobs so many times. I don't have any experience so I haven't had any interviews. So how did you start out with these jobs? did you do volunteer work in a office? or take classes to learn these computer software programs?
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Best Answer:
Some may start out as a clerk-typist or file clerk and move their way up, or maybe even secretarial experience would qualify. If you know how to type i think you should keep applying. Don't give up, sell yourself, stretch the truth if you have to.
Some may start out as a clerk-typist or file clerk and move their way up, or maybe even secretarial experience would qualify. If you know how to type i think you should keep applying. Don't give up, sell yourself, stretch the truth if you have to.
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Starting out, your best assets will be your positive attitude, your willingness and ability to learn new things quickly, flexibility with your schedule and an excellent set of references. I was self taught with all of my computer skills.
I previously had two other part-time jobs - nothing related to the admin field, but my work ethic, great initiative and ability to multi-task paid off. These are all very general qualities that an employer will look for.
Good luck!
Answered by happybirthday
Answered by happybirthday
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Hi,
I had no experience only with restaurants and knew how to type and thought it was very easy so I made my friends a bet I could do it.
I didn't know how to start either so I called the employment agencies.
You need to put together your own resume, but after that they will send you out on all kinds of jobs. Short term is best. You will at least get the feel of it and know if this is something you like.
You can learn software programs by taking the tutorials offered in word, excel and powerpoint. if you get stuck use the help key. Works like magic.
Well...hope that helps.
Answered by Tania A
Answered by Tania A
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I am in the same situation you are in and this is something I would like to know, too. I've been applying to administrative assistant positions, and I have no experience either. I have knowledge and skills with filing, typing, microsoft word, excel, powerpoint, but some companys want someone who had at least a year experience.
Answered by Jaime S
Answered by Jaime S
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I have a marketing degree and did advertising sales for many years, and picked up the Microsoft Office programs while doing that. Then I had a health scare and had to make some tough decisions regarding work stress. I moved to a smaller city and took a marketing assistant job, quite a downgrade but I was happy doing it. I took some classes over the years to refine my MS Office software skills, particularly Excel. There are often one-day seminars you can attend in the larger cities through Fred Pryor and National Seminars Group that can teach you a lot. You can write the cost of them off on your taxes if you itemize.
Answered by dingding
Answered by dingding
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I started out as a receptionist and began gaining experience there I used to help the other administrative assistants and they would teach me. I also worked for temp agencies when I was out of work and gained a lot of experience. You can start out as a Junior Admin or an assistant to an Administrative Assistant work your way up from there and gain lots of experience.
Answered by honey27
Answered by honey27
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I studied business subjects at school and my first job after school was a one year office administration traineeship. Money wasn't great but that's to be expected. In Australia we have traineeships - this means you work and study at the same time with the employer paying for your study. Maybe see if there is something similar where you are from. Otherwise you could study in your spare time and perhaps volunteer for a not-for-profit organisation a few hours a week doing basic typing and database maintenance. If you have a computer with Microsoft Office on it have a look through the help section in Word, Excel etc. Someone out there will give you a chance but the money may not be the best to start with. Good luck!
Answered by Cas
Answered by Cas
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