Message #20552

[karenk]

I would pitch letters of acceptance from past jobs once you leave that job.  Those are a "contract" pertaining to that position and once you leave that position, it's of no use.  

I would pitch any turn down letters that are older than three years.  You can still reapply at those companies.  They might have an opening that fits your current skills.

Using the old resumes and journal/notebooks as a guide for addresses and phone numbers of past places of employment, and for skills information, update your resume and then pitch them.

Keep the copies of completed projects, compliments and letters of recommendation in a job portfolio.  When interviewing, pull only the pertinent information for the job you are interviewing for.  For instance, if you are interviewing for a job with an attorney, he won't be interested in seeing a recommendation or written compliment from your job at McDonald's.  Actually, I would keep only the information that pertains to your administrative professional career.  

Keep all certificates of completion and diplomas.  If you can get a copy of any grade transcripts, that would be a good idea.