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Overqualified and Interviewing

Office Dynamics

I knew with my experience and overqualifications the interview committee would want to know why I would be willing to take a pay cut and less work responsibilities. Be familiar with names of those interviewing you and department heads you’d work with. Ask questions during the interview.

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24 Do’s and Don’ts to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence

Success

How you handle high levels of stress can mean the difference between being assertive and poised or being negative and disgruntled. Emotionally intelligent people are unwilling to be bogged down unnecessarily by others’ mistakes, so they let them go quickly and are assertive in protecting themselves from future harm.

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Unlearning Silence in the Workplace: How to Speak Up at Work

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“Speaking up can be more challenging for women due to historical gender norms that discourage assertiveness,” Bevins says. It is essential to promote inclusivity, mentorship and leadership training to empower women to voice their opinions confidently.” Women may fear being labeled as aggressive or confrontational.

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10 Steps to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

On The Job

But I have interviewed several people over the years who have found ways to overcome impostor syndrome, and are much happier and satisfied in their professional and private lives. If you’ve been operating under misguided rules like, “I should always know the answer,” or “Never ask for help” start asserting your rights. Right the rules.

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Always make a great first impression

Practically Perfect PA

For example, there was that time I absolutely nailed a first interview and later that day I got the phone call to say the Exec didn’t need to interview anyone else and if I wanted it the job was mine. What if I had tried really hard, like I did during interviews and social occasions, to make a great first impression.

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A guide to job hunting

Practically Perfect PA

Your cover letter should show how you meet their criteria, and your CV should expand upon the assertions your cover letter makes. Common interview mistakes. Being invited to an interview acknowledges your appropriateness for a job, which should always give you confidence. Online clean-up.

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Getting the Most Out of Your Next Performance Evaluation

Office Dynamics

Communicate with your manager to ensure you both understand the expectations of your position and confidently discuss the future vision for you and your position. Be prepared to ask questions & request justification if negative feedback is given. Dana is also available to speak to small groups.

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