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Anonymous

March 21,2023 at 5:28PM UTC

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Suggestions welcomed. I am done with the role I have carried for too many years. I've never been more ready than I am now to move on to new challenges.

My resume reads as a career EA. Even with detailed bullet point descriptors of specific skillsets and responsibilities per position, recruiters insist that I can only qualify for an admin role with projects--heavy on traditional admin duties (UGH!).

I am frustrated and feel like I am stuck between a rock (current job) and a hard place (EA jobs).

How do I get off of this admin rollercoaster???

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AnonymousMarch 21,2023 at 6:16PM UTC
What position do you want? Look for job descriptions of jobs you want and tailor your resume to reflect the skills you have that pertain to the requirements listed. Use key words from the job description on your resume. Add a summary at the top that highlights your skills and how they relate to the job you want. Example: "An accomplished business professional specializing in creating client solutions to contribute to the success of the company vision". Then list bullet points in the summary that specify how you have done that. Example: "increased social media presence by 60%; met or exceeded all monthly revenue quotas; grew our customer base by 10% each year through marketing and networking". Whatever highlights the things you have done to contribute to the success of the companies you have worked for that applies to the position you want. Best wishes on your job search!
AnonymousMarch 21,2023 at 7:54PM UTC
First, stop accepting that. You need to present your transferrable skills from a different lens to your prospective employers when applying and then in the interview. This takes practice and research. This.takes.practice. You will need to learn the verbiage of that industry. I have seen this done so successfully and have been able to place amazing leaders in roles from across industries, and what they did in preparation for their interviews paid off. Structure your resume accordingly. Good luck!
Sandy NagelMarch 22,2023 at 1:54PM UTC
Rewrite that resume. If need be have it done professionally. I stepped into management from being an EA. Write with results and using the verbiage stated in the other comments. List accomplishments that increased sales, streamlined procedures etc. You have the skills and experiences. Go for it!
AnonymousMarch 24,2023 at 6:20PM UTC
Try customer service roles, Sign up for a temp job in a company that wants people to take on responding to customer inquiries by phone, email or text. Show them that you can handle multiple priorites and can solve problems. Shift your resume to more of the wording around coordination and show projects you have done or completed.
AnonymousMarch 28,2023 at 9:36AM UTC
Your skills would be useful in the field of logistics software development. See what people in this profession do https://adexin.com/logistics-software-development/. Maybe you will be interested
Virgil seetleMarch 28,2023 at 9:36AM UTC
cool!
Davi EiwxApril 1,2025 at 9:25AM UTC
Thanks for the opportunity to contribute! I believe logistics is a crucial aspect of many industries, and implementing the right technology can make a significant impact. For example, exploring solutions like those found here: https://www.cleveroad.com/industries/logistics/ could be a great step toward optimizing operations. Suggestions are always welcomed!
Doddkdn DksksksxJuly 2,2025 at 10:04AM UTC
Thanks for sharing! I’m always open to new ideas and improvements. If anyone is looking into optimizing their supply chain, I’d recommend checking out <a href="https://www.cleveroad.com/industries/logistics/">logistics software development</a> — it can really transform how businesses manage their operations. Suggestions welcomed.