Success

JANUARY 4, 2023

The woman stepped back, said, “Well, I guess now we have a director,” meaning that Fanning had finally shown she had the assertiveness necessary for the job, and walked out. She had discovered the power of asserting herself and, in doing so, freed herself from being bullied, backstabbed or stepped on. It’s not an easy rut to escape.

Assertiveness 279

Assertiveness UPS Confidence Email 279

Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

Learning is always a win-win for an employee & manager and progress is easily tracked. Discuss the importance of a calendar time block for your manager to focus on emails, presentations, budget, etc. Create a project checklist and ask all team members to use the form when asking for project assistance.

Goals 202

Goals Stress Filing Email 202

Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Assess the barriers: are they your employer’s (limited jobs or budget) or your own (lack of credentials or experience)? Ask to join or form a workplace committee. Offer to help coordinate a “lunch and learn” session, or an after-hours network of your peers. Manage interruptions and learn to say “no” where appropriate.

Mentoring 100

Mentoring Administrative Professionals Negotiating Budget 100

Bonnie Low Kramen

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

I learned that these dismissive demeanors and disrespectful behaviors had to do with the disparate perceptions about what assistants actually do. If the situation is to change, then EAs need to participate in the assertion about what assistants do and the responsibilities they now hold. Yes, they do.

2021 52

2021 Salary 2020 Training 52

Success

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We also provide resources for employees to learn about issues and vote. Update your policies and procedures It’s time to bust out that dusty handbook (which is hopefully not in actual book form anymore). This creates a knowledgeable workforce.”

Management 289

Management Policies Stress Environment 289