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

Success

This leads to gossip and politics, often just below the surface of what looks like a happy and positive culture. I was fortunate enough to have a mentor do that for me at a critical moment in my career. Second, Fighters rarely get to the post-game analysis. Fun is great, but it has to be a byproduct of doing great work.

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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. Penny Davenport is a successful Career mentor and Business coach. 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. Zip your lip.