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How to Make Networking Less Painful

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For many young professionals, attending a networking event sounds about as fun as going to the dentist. Networking remains one of the most effective ways to find a new job, particularly when done in person. Anecdotally speaking, connecting with others via networking events has been integral to building my business. Not so much.

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Ep 254: Ciara Trotman on Forming Professional Relationships and Career Paths for Assistants

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In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Ciara talks about career paths for assistants, office politics, DEI for assistants, forming professional relationships, and perception vs reality when it comes to what an assistant’s job is. SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Leader Assistant Podcast so you don’t miss new episodes!

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12 Personal Goals to Set For Yourself This Year

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As you learn how to set goals for yourself, remember to be realistic about what you can accomplish. Personal development goals to set for yourself Learning to set powerful goals for your personal development and sticking to them is a great way to achieve discipline in other areas of your life as well.

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If You’re Not Operating Career-Forward and Building Professional Equity, You Could Stifle Your Success

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You focus on learning new things, honing your skills and going out of your way to gain new experiences that could be valuable in your role. When you have a learning mindset and an insatiable appetite for driving results and growing professionally, both you and the organization will thrive.

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Funding Bias: How Female Entrepreneurs Can Win the Battle in Raising Capital

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But, just like grit, the most successful entrepreneurs are formed in the community. Seek supportive local networks: Even in today’s digitally connected world, you’ll find an edge in your local community. The easiest way to raise Silicon Valley funding is to live and network in Silicon Valley.

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Customizing Coworking Spaces for Niche Markets: Smart Strategy Or Risky Move?

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Niche coworking encourages networking and innovation among like-minded professionals, allowing for a collaborative community that adapts to industry changes and supports member growth. This can include industry-specific workshops, networking events, and mentorship programs.

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5 Reasons to Question Everything

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But in my research on the power of inquiry for my book, A More Beautiful Question , I learned that asking challenging questions—of others, and particularly, of oneself—can actually fuel greater success in business and in life. So instead of telling yourself, I must do more networking , ask yourself, How might I do more networking ?

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