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44 Ways to Kick-Start Your New Year

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Is there one thing that will make the difference between actually achieving your goals and chalking them up to yet another year’s unfulfilled resolutions? Visualize your goals as already complete. Write a 101 life-goal list. Sign up for a birthday/anniversary reminder service. Find a mentor.

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What Kind of Leader Are You: A Fixer, Fighter or Friend?

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When you’re in charge, your opinion simply takes up more space than that of others, whether you intend it to or not. Describing your team as a family also sets up a very confusing mixed reality because you can’t fire a member of your family, but you absolutely have to be able to fire an employee who isn’t pulling their weight.

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The Enneagram at Work: Which Number Are You?

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In an office setting, this insight can explain why some collaborators need more time to process information than others, why some people monopolize meetings, and how to reach the employees who never speak up. When it comes to meetings, they show up prepared. Sevens light up a room. Type Three: The Achiever.

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Bold Strategies to Create a Balanced and Harmonious Life – Jennifer Lier

Office Dynamics

A strategy for brilliance is “Acting As If” – Find mentors to help you do what you want to do. Jennifer shared how she had many mentors along the way who helped her do what she wanted to do. For example, don’t lower yourself to participate in office gossip. She advised us not to copy being someone else (that isn’t the point!)

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Climb the career tree, all the way to the top!

Practically Perfect PA

Sorry to say it but if you want to transform from PA to Leader, gossip is a big no. Put your hand up to help where you can. Next time a project comes up, especially in a crisis or where your team are short-handed, offer to help in any way. Penny Davenport is a successful Career mentor and Business coach. Zip your lip.

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10 gifts to give your career

On The Job

Your resume should always be able to reflect that you’ve kept up on the latest training and skills. Attend an event or sign up for an online class that really challenges you. Becoming too comfortable in your career and with your skills can set you up for problems if you suddenly find yourself out of work. Find a mentor.

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Answering Reader Mail: Creating a Good Relationship with Other Assistants

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

2- What should I do in the first day (How should I set up my desk? The goal is to fit into what exists already and understand your role in the organization/seniority. It’s best not to gossip or form secret alliances. Be a student and view them as your mentors/teachers. Should I bring my boss some coffee?

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