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	What are some good receptionist jobs to apply for? I am 18 years old and a freshman in college and have been working as a receptionist at a respectable car dealership for about 8months now so I have a pretty good reference point. However at my current job i am not making as much money as other reeptionist jobs pay and I do not want to work weekends.. What all businesses should I look for with receptionist jobs that I could easily be considered for? 1 answer - Asked By: Carlie B - 2/19/2011

	What do you think of taking a receptionist job at a funeral home? I'm thinking of applying for a receptionist job at a funeral home, but I'm not sure. It would be a terribly depressing place to work. What do you think? Anyone ever done that? 3 answers - Asked By: any1_4wishing - 8/13/2009

	I want to get a halfway descent job. Am really wanting something like a receptionist job. Any tips or secrets? I am looking for a job that I can make some good money. I am hoping for a receptionist job. I need some tips for getting a good job if anybody has any. I live in Florida in the Orlando area. 1 answer - Asked By: Justine - 1/27/2010

	Is it hard to get a receptionist job in this economy? I've heard many complaining that they can't find receptionist jobs. I have a 2 year degree and am experienced with microsoft office and office machines. Will it be difficult to find a full time position with benefits? Will a temp agency help me? 3 answers - Asked By: Bard - 12/29/2011

	How do I get a receptionist job with no work history? I want to get a receptionist job but I don't have any experience with being a receptionist. Every place I look says I need experience. How do I get experience if no one will take me without it? 3 answers - Asked By: Ashley - 3/9/2013

	How would I get a receptionist job? I'm 20 years old and I'm extremely interested in getting a receptionist job. I'm great at typing and have excellent communication skills. I've worked phones before, but other than that I have zero experience in the field. I know that I'm qualified, but when employers see my resume they don't even give me a chance. Any suggestions? 7 answers - Asked By: Jessyca Dawnn - 11/3/2008

	How difficult is a receptionist job for a real estate office? I just graduated from high school and I have absolutely no work experience. I am interviewing for a receptionist job and if i get it, I'm nervous that I will do a bad job... so what kind of work and tasks should I expect and are these jobs generally difficult? thanks, please reply. 5 answers - Asked By: maddox99 - 8/7/2007

	What does it mean when an employer wants an employee to have switchboard experience for a receptionist job? I am trying to get a receptionist job at an security company, but I dont know what they mean having switchboard experience. 8 answers - Asked By: ericanshaw - 8/18/2006

	How should a resume look for a receptionist job? I have been having a hard time finding a receptionist job. How to get my resume noticed? Please Help me! 2 answers - Asked By: Joel - 2/10/2009

	How difficult is a medical receptionist job? I'm 18 and I am going to be applying for a receptionist job at an eye doctors office. I have no experience in this type of work and I am very very nervous. I have heard some bad things about the job which is just making my nerves worse. I was just wondering if there are any receptionist out there that can tell me how hard the job is and what to expect if I get the job. 1 answer - Asked By: lizzy - 3/17/2013

	How can i get a medical/dental receptionist job with no experience? I am 19 years old and I would like to find a job as a medical/dental receptionist, but have no experience. I like to help people and I believe that I have what it takes to become one, but how can I get a receptionist job when most require experience. Any one know of any websites? or any ways to find one? I've been having a real hard time finding a job as a receptionist. Any help would be greatly appreciated :) Thank you! 1 answer - Asked By: confused - 1/11/2012

	What can you contribute to this company - how should i answer this got a receptionist job interview? What can you contribute to this company ------ how should i answer this got a receptionist job interview soon pls help? 2 answers - Asked By: R - 9/7/2010

	I need help making my receptionist job sound better on my resume? I am rewriting my resume and i am trying to make my receptionist job sound a little bit better. Any idea on how to make answering phones, scheduling appointments and accepting applications sound any better. i am basically the company's hostess with a switchboard. Any suggestions would be great. 3 answers - Asked By: SweetDeesignz.com - 10/28/2007

	What can i write for a receptionist job? I'm leaving college and just finding a part time job before i go to university. I'm applying for a receptionist job in a hotel. I've never worked as a receptionist before but have a lot of experience on computers, while doing my two year course at college i had to use Microsoft word, excel and power point to do assignments, also i got 4 C's in I.C.T at school and done an extra course at college called functional skills I.C.T which i also passed. Does anyone have a good way of writing this and maybe adding something else about interacting with people over the desk? I don't know how to set it out or put it pleasee help! Thank you. 3 answers - Asked By: :) - 5/31/2013

	How do you get a receptionist job? I have been looking for a receptionist job for about 2 months and nothing seems to come up. I have no previous experience but I am really good at all the usual requirements. I am sick of working retail and would like to get a step in a career and would love to have a receptionist job any ideas?? 1 answer - Asked By: RIP HAYDEN!!!! ALREADY MISSED - 11/23/2008

	Where can I find Medical Receptionist Jobs in my area? I live in the Philadelphia area and I'd like to know the best place to look for a medical receptionist job. 3 answers - Asked By: Bradly - 1/8/2013

	Anyone know where to get help finding a good paying receptionist job in Monterey Area, CA? I am having a REALLY hard time finding a good paying ($15/hour+) job in Monterey, CA? Like a receptionist job? Anyone know anything? I have GREAT people skills and I am very good at receptionist responsibilities and customer service. 1 answer - Asked By: lacbas88 - 9/18/2008

	Where can I get help finding a good paying receptionist job in Monterey area, CA? I am having a REALLY hard time finding a good paying ($15/hour+) job in Monterey, CA? Like a receptionist job? Anyone know anything? I have GREAT people skills and I am very good at receptionist responsibilities and customer service. 1 answer - Asked By: lacbas88 - 9/18/2008

	Where can i find a receptionist job in Greenville, NC? I am not looking to work at home. I am desperate for a receptionist job. 1 answer - Asked By: Deasia Zellner - 7/18/2010

	How can i get a receptionist job without any experience? Im trying to find a local receptionist job during the day time hours. i am still a highschool student, so i lack previous receptionist jobs. i have worked with customer for over 3 years and am looking for a receptionist job, so i can work two jobs and save my money. all the receptionist jobs available all require previous experience. 7 answers - Asked By: Ben jaxon - 3/14/2007

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Answers inquiries and obtains information for general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties; provides information regarding activities conducted at establishment; location of departments, offices, and employees within organization.

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