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7 Tips for Executive Assistants Who Want To Be More Assertive

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Do you want to be more assertive? Learning how to tactfully voice your opinions and assert your needs as an executive assistant is important. Many assistants have crossed the line from assertive to aggressive. So what is the difference between assertive and aggressive? Benefits of Being Assertive. Reduces anxiety.

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6 Ways for Assistants to Gain Respect

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Furthermore, communication—including speaking skills, assertiveness and the ability to read an audience or situation—and appearance contribute to a person’s perceived executive presence. In my World Class Assistant™ course, attendees will ask me what this means. We do this on the third (last) day of class.

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Top 9 Communication Tips for Executive and Administrative Assistants

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Pay attention to what is happening in the present moment within yourself, in the other person, and between the two of you. Use assertive communication skills to manage these situations. This article is an excerpt from the World Class Assistant™ certification and designation course. This is a good one. Best of luck!

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Enlarge Your Presence

Office Dynamics

I am just coming back to the office this week after an incredible week of teaching World Class Assistant to some amazing ladies. During my training, I give ample time for attendees to use their creativity, skill practice, and stretch out of their comfort zones. As always, we had a small group creating a very intimate experience.

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Secretary vs Assistant – do they think differently?

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In my World Class Assistant™ Certificate Program held in Las Vegas, the attendees and I delve into this topic. Assistants/secretaries don’t need training.”. “I Present solutions. Be assertive. PS check out a presentation assemble by my World Class Assistant students on what they learned from the program.

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The Top 3 Skills That Make Administrative Assistants Stand Out

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You have to dive deep within yourself to develop that “World Class” status that executives are looking for in their assistants. When Joan presents training, she always receives similar feedback: People think she is “poised, polished and professional.”. After all, it’s a competitive market out there! Register Today.

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Top Communication Tips for Administrative Assistants

Office Dynamics

(Excerpt from Office Dynamics’ World Class Assistant™ Certificate Program). Pay attention to what is happening in the present moment within yourself, in the other person, and between the two of you. Star and World Class Assistants think before they speak, in most instances. This article was originally posted at Linked.com.

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