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7 Tips for Executive Assistants Who Want To Be More Assertive

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Do you want to be more assertive? Learning how to tactfully voice your opinions and assert your needs as an executive assistant is important. Many assistants have crossed the line from assertive to aggressive. So what is the difference between assertive and aggressive? Benefits of Being Assertive. Reduces anxiety.

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6 Ways for Assistants to Gain Respect

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Furthermore, communication—including speaking skills, assertiveness and the ability to read an audience or situation—and appearance contribute to a person’s perceived executive presence. When you create executive presence, you are taken more seriously in the workplace and your voice is more clearly heard. Just think of a newspaper.

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Don’t Be a Dragon to Yourself (Part 3 of 3)

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I see this a lot in the workplace. Lack assertiveness. The problem with not being assertive is we let people walk over us. If you don’t feel you are assertive, take some classes. Assertive is about getting your needs met while being considerate of others. Don’t let other people’s negativity drag you down.

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The Top 3 Skills That Make Administrative Assistants Stand Out

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Administrative professionals are always asking us what it takes to really stand out in the workplace. You have to dive deep within yourself to develop that “World Class” status that executives are looking for in their assistants. A “paradigm” is simply a mindset, but it plays an important role in how you show up in the workplace.

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Enlarge Your Presence

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I am just coming back to the office this week after an incredible week of teaching World Class Assistant to some amazing ladies. During my training, I give ample time for attendees to use their creativity, skill practice, and stretch out of their comfort zones. As always, we had a small group creating a very intimate experience.

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Secretary vs Assistant – do they think differently?

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In my World Class Assistant™ Certificate Program held in Las Vegas, the attendees and I delve into this topic. My goal is to get our attendees to see how even their own language, thinking and behaviors can hold them back from being taken more seriously in the workplace. Assistants/secretaries don’t need training.”. “I

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Qualities Of A Great Assistant

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I recently came across this list from one of my classes and wanted to share it. Many times in my live workshops and seminars for executive and administrative assistants, I ask the participant to create a list of qualities, attributes, and attitudes of star-performing assistants. Over the years, I have collected more than 300 ideas.