From Craig’s List, Lauren found this job ad, and this is the job she really really wants:

Phenomenal boss is looking for super individual as pers/exec assistant (Chicago north side)

Date: 2009-06-12, 11:38PM CDT

Entrepreneur with multiple investments, varied interests, and many responsibilities who travels frequently is looking for a Personal/Executive Asst. (Right and Left hand) who will free up my time to focus less on the mundane and more on philanthropic projects and general joie de vivre.

As my right hand, the responsibilities include answering phones, letter writing and e-mail communication, filing, calendar maintenance, maintenance and balancing of multiple bank accounts, report preparation, research and followup on projects, etc.. As my left hand, the responsibilities include paying personal bills, domestic and international travel arrangements and preparations, dealing with responsibilities and maintenance of several homes, gift purchases, assist with charity work, special projects, etc.

The ideal person will:

Be well organized, resourceful, energetic and efficient with excellent follow-up and follow-through.

Have the ability to multi-task, prioritize projects and work under pressure with attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.

Be tech savvy and proficient in the necessary hardware and software to complete responsibilities effectively and efficiently. This includes internet research, preparation of reports, being comfortable working with numbers, and handling various financial responsibilities.

Be flexible, open minded, able to take direction but also work independently with initiative, able to react quickly to change, and have excellent judgment to anticipate needs and effectively complete or oversee a variety of responsibilities.

Know when to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and when less formality is appropriate.

Have a positive attitude, sense of humor, friendly rapport, be easy to work with, and enjoy a small working environment.

Represent me in a professional and personable manner to all contacts, in person, by phone and in writing.

Have the sophistication and discretion to handle professional and confidential matters.

Full time but work schedule can be flexible. Salary requirements, please.

Here’s Lauren’s cover letter that went with her resume:

Dear Phenomenal Boss, a super personal executive assistant wants YOU.  Call me right away:

[phone number]

Everything you want from your new assistant, I have been proven to do and more:

Project and Process Orientation

Broad Vision and Attention to Detail

Tech Savvy – Name your program

Internet Research a specialty

Preventing and Solving Difficulties

Professional and Personable

Outstanding Written and Verbal Communication and People Skills

Dedication

When and where would you like to meet with me? I will be there.

It takes me five to six hours to drive to Chicago. I am relocating there on or around July 1. I will start work as soon as you want me to.

You have asked about salary requirements. They are definitely negotiable. Working with someone worth working with is worth more to me than salary.

Call me! Or email me.

Sincerely,

Lauren Wendroff

The Super Boss has not yet read Lauren’s email. Will keep you posted.