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How to Stand Up for Yourself

Success

The director of a small but busy public library in the Midwest, Marcia Fanning (not her real name) says she was meek and didn’t really stand up for herself for many years: “I let people walk all over me, and I ended up being really unhappy a lot of [the] time.”. The stress-reducing power of assertiveness. I apologized.

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Unlearning Silence in the Workplace: How to Speak Up at Work

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But some workplace experts are speaking up and encouraging employees to do just the same in 2024; perhaps the only “resolution” you will need this year is some real talk. What assumptions do we hold about where and when we’re allowed to speak up? What have we experienced as the costs of speaking up in the past?

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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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How to Become an Innovative Leader

On The Job

Anyone hoping to move up the leadership ranks better put "innovative" at the top of their resume. What other education or training do you need to expand your current knowledge and skills? Think about how to be assertive without being aggressive. Lead courageously.

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Top Tech Jobs of 2024 and the Skills You Need To Land Them, According to Futurist Shivvy Jervis

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The 4 most in-demand tech jobs of 2024 and beyond Although it might feel like AI is out to replace us , Jervis asserts that it’s, in fact, the opposite. For example, it’s an effective way for medics and the engineers of the future to train without jeopardizing lives. It also lends well to remote or hybrid work environments.

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Assertiveness or Weakness?

Office Dynamics

The best time to be assertive with a person is in the early phase of your relationship! Assertion : Confidently expressing what you think, feel, and believe. Standing up for your rights while respecting others’ rights. Look for Part 2 of this blog later next week: Can Lack of Assertiveness be Interpreted as Weakness?

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Some training suggestions for assistants

Practically Perfect PA

Quite often I am asked which courses I would recommend for assistants that are just starting in the profession and want to undertake some training to increase their skills and help them move up the career ladder. I always say that it is extremely important for assistants to attend training courses throughout the year.

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