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

Practically Perfect PA

If you’re arranging a meeting for your Boss, pay attention to the agenda. I’m not suggesting you become a doormat but be willing to put in an extra hour or two when needed, for example in a crisis. Sorry to say it but if you want to transform from PA to Leader, gossip is a big no. LK Bennett, Zara and Jigsaw stock good options.

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Mean girl assistants: Dealing with high school office politics

Who's the Real Boss?

Driven by their own agenda, these assistants care little about their team or having a positive impact on those around them. If the b g and gossip is aimed or centred around you, it can be difficult not to retaliate or show emotion in how it affects you. But we all know the moment we show weakness, we show them they have won.

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Is Using Social Media at Work a Good Idea?

On The Job

For example, a Forrester Research study found that 70 percent of 303 information-technology workers who use social media said it makes them more productive. Cavalli points out that social media interaction isn’t always about discussing a new movie or dishing the latest gossip. She says leaders can “model” proper behavior online. “I

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Pros Reveal How to Become a Great Manager

On The Job

Understand the company agenda. Now that you’re in a supervisory role, gossiping for any reason is a no-no. Lead by example. Perhaps they need support with projects, or are having difficulties with interactions with another department. They key is to ask lots of questions and listen carefully without injecting your own opinion.

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How to Handle Work Guilt

Jen Lawrence

And no – I don’t mean fill them in on all the office gossip. For example, if you have reports due at the end of every quarter, let your family know! Nothing on the agenda for the day? Talk about (as much as you can) current projects that are on your plate. Even better, create an active, engaged environment at home.

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Are You A Valid Person?

Brilliantly Better

But after working a few years in the traditional media world – which, by the way, is not a very friendly place to be, always challenged, filled with gossip and back talking – I felt the need for a change. A fulfilling, balanced relationship, in which any of the peers are genuinely supporting each other is a good example for that.

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