Office Manager 

How did you get your current job?
Word of mouth from a friend

What was the application process?
Talked to owner of the business, had an interview and submitted a resume.

Did you have to interview for your current job? If yes, what did the interview process entail?
Yes. I had one individual interview with the owner and supervisor of employees.

If you can remember, what questions were you asked during the interview?
I was asked questions about previous jobs….i.e., what tasks I performed, what computer programs I know, what I was paid.

Do you feel your employer properly prepared you for your job? Explain.
Yes. My employer was extremely helpful.

Was there training for your current position? If yes, what did it entail?
I just did on the job training. I learned from people at my work as I did tasks.

Do you feel your educational background prepared you for your job? Explain.
Yes. I feel the training I received as working as a legal secretary helped me obtain my position.

If applicable, do you feel your internship experience helped you prepare for your job?
I did not have an internship.

If someone wanted to go about getting a job similar to yours, what would you recommend for him or her to do?
Sumbit resumes to different businesses in the area…even if they are not advertising.

What skills do you think a person should have if they want to pursue a position like yours?
Organization skills, knowledge of computers and computer programs used in an office, social skills, knowledge of shipping companies and how to ship items.

Do you feel that you need a certain level of education or training to be successful in your job?
yes

What advice would you give to someone who was about to start work in your position/ line of work?
Be patient in learning the programs and procedures used in the office.