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How to Stand Up for Yourself

Success

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.

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As I Enter My 60s, Here’s the Advice I Would Give to My Younger Self

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Stand up for yourself more Assertiveness was never my strong suit, especially when I was younger. I’ve discovered that assertiveness—without compromising kindness, respect or professionalism—is empowering. I did some occasional freelance gigs, tackled sporadic projects and took on some marketing-related volunteer work.

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How Two Decades of Film Remakes Have Impacted Creativity in Cinema

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As average budgets for films have exploded and Hollywood has become increasingly reliant on the international market and—especially post-pandemic—streaming subscribers, studios have attempted to lower their risks as much as possible. The list looks eerily similar to the top-budgeted films of all time.

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Getting the Most Out of Your Next Performance Evaluation

Office Dynamics

The meeting is typically a way to evaluate the past year’s project management, acknowledge achievements, receive valuable feedback for performance improvement and create new goals for continued productivity. Below are a few: Throughout the year track each project and goal progress, additional duties added and positive feedback from others.

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Overqualified and Interviewing

Office Dynamics

Several years ago, I found myself in a position at a company that was facing budget cuts. Preparation tips include: Research the company, the mission statement and core values also, research new projects and programs they are offering. Without my ‘overqualified’ opportunities, throughout my career, I would not be career happy today!

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A day in the life: Katrina Wardell, EA at Dropbox

Practically Perfect PA

This will mean managing budgets, assisting with internal communications, organising global events and loads more! In general, I spend the morning clearing emails and meeting with my leads, and in the afternoons I work on site-wide initiatives or special projects that I manage. Don’t be afraid to be assertive!

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“EAs Need Better Press.” Agreed. Solving the EA PR Problem Once and For All

Bonnie Low Kramen

If the situation is to change, then EAs need to participate in the assertion about what assistants do and the responsibilities they now hold. Ask for an annual training budget and make your case for why a particular training program is useful for your role. Celebrate the achievements of your peers publicly and privately.

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