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How to Assert Your Power in Difficult Situations

Success

In your first three months, you discover countless ways to improve the business : better project management tools, ways to streamline everyone’s workflow and straightforward meeting agendas. Knowingly or unknowingly, you’re asserting your power through the act of helping others. But first, what is power?

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How to Stand Up for Yourself

Success

The woman stepped back, said, “Well, I guess now we have a director,” meaning that Fanning had finally shown she had the assertiveness necessary for the job, and walked out. She had discovered the power of asserting herself and, in doing so, freed herself from being bullied, backstabbed or stepped on. It’s not an easy rut to escape.

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10 Powerful Ways to Stand Up for Yourself in Any Situation

Success

Every day we make dozens of little choices that either benefit us by asserting our ideas or diminish us because we hesitate in making our views or desires known. If you are struggling with being assertive, start taking small steps to stand up for yourself. Channel that confidence when dealing with others. Call and dispute it.

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The Balanced Teammate: Leading & Following with Grace

Eat Your Career

Finding this balance is a key ingredient that shapes the success of teams and projects. When there’s a leadership void, projects languish due to indecision or lack of direction. This is particularly crucial in high-pressure situations where trust in each other’s abilities and intentions can make or break a project.

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7 Qualities of the Most Charming People

Success

He’s confident. Is it speaking well or being socially skilled or projecting an attractive, exciting image? Perhaps you slump your shoulders, or maybe you square them assertively. Those with personal magnetism, or charisma, are usually self-confident optimists. You know the guy. He’s poised. His words are well-chosen.

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7 Tips for Executive Assistants Who Want To Be More Assertive

Office Dynamics

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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Leading Without Authority: Tips for the “Unofficial” Leader (Webinar)

Eat Your Career

Maybe you’ll have to lead a project or oversee a special initiative. Leadership is not reserved solely for those who have formal leadership titles. Even if you’re not an official manager with direct reports, you still may find yourself called upon to lead in various circumstances. As a participant, you will learn….