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How to Stand Up for Yourself

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

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Research conducted at the University of California in San Francisco shows that the more difficulty you have saying no and setting boundaries , the more likely you are to experience stress, burnout and even depression. Do: Manage your stress. A cool head makes better decisions and can help you listen better to your team.

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Set Healthy Boundaries at Work

Office Dynamics

An important component to self-management versus stress-management is to set healthy boundaries in the workplace. As administrative assistants and executive assistants, you can often feel like setting boundaries might get you fired or your leader will think you are not a team player. Learning Highlights You will learn: .

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10 Steps to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

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There seems to be no lack of people touting their abilities online, whether it's starting a new business, leading a team or levitating while drunk. They become even more stressed as they achieve their dream, instead of enjoying what their hard work has brought them. Change your behavior first and allow your confidence to build.

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New Year’s Resolutions by Enneagram Type: Which Number Are You?

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Whatever it is we do for self-care , we need to double down on that to where it almost looks extreme because we are in such elevated levels of stress.”. As stress levels and anxieties soar during another incredibly uncertain year, the world needs the nurturing and loving friendship of Twos more than ever. Type Two: The Helper.

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Qualities Of A Great Assistant

Office Dynamics

Team player. Top Assistants List Qualities Of A Great Assistant. Good communication skills. Organization skills. Interpersonal communication skills. Detail oriented. Positive, can-do attitude. Ability to prioritize. Accountable. Trustworthy. Ability to remain calm under pressure. Excellent calendaring skills.

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How to Build Consensus in Place of Conflict

Office Dynamics

As more companies embrace the spirit of teamwork, you must learn to work with other people and truly become a team player to get the work done and help your organization be more competitive. You don’t feel confident or happy when you are in conflict with co-workers or even a customer. Use assertive communication techniques.