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3 Science-Based Mind Hacks to Get Into Flow

Success

The best definition I’ve ever heard for this psychological event is this: “[Flow is] an optimal state of consciousness where we feel our best and perform our best.”. That means the most productive you will ever be is when you are engaged and confident in the tasks you have been assigned. The good news about flow.

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For Jamie Kern Lima, Unlocking Success Starts with Embracing Self-Worth

Success

Jamie Kern Lima’s journey to success In 2016, Lima made headlines when she sold IT Cosmetics to L’Oréal for a staggering $1.2 Her success went beyond financial achievements; it was a validation of her belief that every woman deserves to feel beautiful and confident.

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How I Silenced My Self-Doubt Through Humor

Success

Although all of these things definitely made me feel good, I knew there was something more to it. I felt the invincible power of confidence and hope. This article was published in May 2016 and has been updated. Then one night at a show, it hit me. My life was at an all-time low. This is way beyond comedy, I thought.

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The Negative Side of Positive Thinking

Success

This is definitely a myth about well-being science. Sarasvathy, professor at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, shows that self-doubting, insecure entrepreneurs are just as motivated and ultimately just as successful as the confident, positive-thinking ones. Pursue vitality rather than happiness.

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Skills required to be a good minute taker

Practically Perfect PA

Not everyone can be a good minute taker – it’s a definite skill and quite often an art, hence the name of my course, The Art of Minute Taking. There are definite skills required to be a good minute taker and I’ve listed some of them below: Listening. Check out my post here for tips on how to listen for the message. Assertiveness.

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How to Understand People’s Personality Types

Success

Do not mistake confidence and speed for competence. Speak thoughtfully, take your time and don’t rush, because after listening, this person may seem surprisingly definitive about decisions. This article appears in the January 2016 issue of SUCCESS magazine and has been updated.

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Working in Partnership With Your Assistant Takes Commitment

Office Dynamics

Office Dynamics released a new Guide in October called E xecutive and Assistants Working in Partnership: The Definitive Guide. Joan and Chrissy are confident that the methods outlined in this manual will work for you, but we accept no responsibility for your actions. Executives and Assistants Working in Partnership Takes Commitment.

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