Office Dynamics

AUGUST 6, 2019

I’ll give you a perfect example. You are confident, peaceful, in control (not walked over), respected, like a peer or business partner and viewed as a leader. Why assertiveness in the workplace matters, especially for assistants, how it benefits you and what it really means. Learning Highlights You will learn: . Purchase Here.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 26, 2018

Communication experts agree that replacing “think/feel” with “believe” expresses even more assertiveness and self-confidence to management, colleagues, and clients: “ I believe you’re right.” There are many, many more examples of this than those I’ve provided.

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Eat Your Career

APRIL 22, 2019

Be assertive. They need clear, confident instructions. When you identify a specific task you can or should take over for your executive, speak up assertively. When you identify a specific task you can or should take over for your executive, speak up assertively. Wherever you can, assume. responsibility for admin duties.

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On The Job

JANUARY 13, 2020

It's not that they have low self-esteem or self-confidence -- they just have this driving perfectionism (especially true for women and academics) that makes them focus on how they don't deserve their success. Instead of considering “winging it” as proof of your ineptness, learn to do what many high achievers do and view it as a skill.

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On The Job

MARCH 16, 2020

If you’ve been operating under misguided rules like, “I should always know the answer,” or “Never ask for help” start asserting your rights. Instead of considering “winging it” as proof of your ineptness, learn to do what many high achievers do and view it as a skill. Change your behavior first and allow your confidence to build.

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Ideas.Ted

OCTOBER 21, 2021

In contrast to microaggressions, microaffirmations are little ways that you can affirm someone’s identity; recognize and validate their experience and expertise; build confidence; develop trust; foster belonging; and support someone in their career. Microaffirmation #6: Acknowledge people’s expertise and skill.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 5, 2017

Do you wish you were more confident? More assertive? One great example is an assistant requesting a daily meeting with his or her executive to review the upcoming day’s top priorities and more. See yourself in a new light, starting today! A better communicator? Better managing conflict? Typically our perceptions are our reality.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

For example, did you know that changing just a few of the everyday words you use while conducting business can actually enhance people’s positive impressions. There are many, many more examples of this than those I’ve provided. Be even more successful by using these 3 little words.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 18, 2017

For others, it means moving into a support position for a higher-level executive, assisting a CEO or CFO for example. If you’re still struggling with time management, organization, professional presence, and communication, focus on amplifying your skills in these key areas. There’s no substitution for mastery. Proficiency isn’t enough.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

Be prepared to highlight skills and experience related to the specific position’s requirements. Connecting with the job description focuses on the skills you will bring and how they uniquely relate to the position. Connect at least one of your skills and one job requirement that is of most interest to you.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 4, 2014

It is really important that you have the confidence to ask for funding and this isn’t going to happen if you think of yourself as ‘just the assistant’ I’ve had Executives turn my training requests down because I worked in a support function and I didn’t make the organisation any money. The list is endless.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Quite often I am asked which courses I would recommend for assistants that are just starting in the profession and want to undertake some training to increase their skills and help them move up the career ladder. We have a shed load of skills that have to be kept up to date so that we can do our job effectively. IT training.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

I’ll give you a perfect example that just happened to me this morning as I was traveling. A few are that you feel confident, peaceful, in control (not walked over), respected, like a peer or business partner and viewed as a leader. When and where to set boundaries. Good luck with setting healthy boundaries!

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 12, 2016

For example, are you speaking up to correct a misunderstanding that could lead to litigation or to heal a relationship riff? Confidence only comes from taking action. That’s why I’m offering these seven strategies to help you speak up and speak your truth the next time you feel that your voice needs to be heard: Clarity is Key.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 16, 2009

If you work for a software company, for example, it doesn’t make much sense to propose buying a chicken farm. Reflective assertive leaders deliberate, but they keep people in the loop as they gather information, consider variables and respect timelines.” Once you’re seen as credible, then use that to take action, he says.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

That ability to produce it quickly instills confidence in your skills and abilities. Even finding an extra five minutes a day to work on your organization skills will add up over time. Travel Planning Example: Your travel planning system involves lots of different forms, templates, and checklists.

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Brilliantly Better

JUNE 22, 2010

I was putting to work some skills, but without putting my soul, my self or my life into it. At this point of our example, the “engagement” point, something interesting happens. Eduard @ People Skills Decoded´s last blog. Looking back in time, the enjoyable moments were very few. And they lasted only a few days. Outstanding!

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