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Ep 186: Rachael Bonetti on Self-Care and Avoiding Burnout

LEADERASSISTANT.COM

One of the criticisms I’ve faced over the years is that I’m not aggressive enough or assertive enough or maybe somehow, because I’m empathetic, it means I’m weak. Join the Leader Assistant Global Community here, or the Facebook Group here for bonus content and to network with other assistants who are committed to becoming leaders!

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How do I Deal with an Executive that Always Says Yes? – Ask an Admin

Office Dynamics

Background info: Our new CEO says yes via meeting requests via email, text, LinkedIn, Facebook and many other social media channels and then in an email or other post tags me asking me to set up a meeting.

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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. Have you ever Googled someone and been slightly surprised, or even put off, by what you have found? Finally, Google yourself and remove anything that doesn’t present you in the best possible light.

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Podcast 077: Stories we tell ourselves

Clutter Coach

by Subscribe: iTunes ⋅ Stitcher ⋅ Soundcloud ⋅ YouTube ⋅ Google Play. There’s a book called A Perfect Mess in which the authors assert that neatness for its own sake is a waste of time and energy. Subscribe: iTunes ⋅ Stitcher ⋅ Soundcloud ⋅ YouTube ⋅ Google Play. You can leave a review here!

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How to Have a Positive Attitude at Work (While Still Being Yourself)

Eat Your Career

Now, let me also be clear: Voicing a dissenting opinion, speaking assertively and saying “no” are not inherently negative. Share this on Facebook. Post on Google Buzz. The workplace is a living, breathing organism and everyone impacts it. Your negative attitude can bring down the entire thing. Share this on del.icio.us.

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Bad Career Advice: Nice Guys Finish Last

Eat Your Career

You don’t have to be an ass to be assertive or stand up for yourself when needed. Share this on Facebook. Post on Google Buzz. I’ve always been disturbed by the adage that nice guys finish last. It’s condescending and, in my opinion, completely false. Being nice does not necessarily mean that you’re weak. Share this on LinkedIn.

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How to Find Your Voice at Work

Eat Your Career

While you want to demonstrate assertiveness, you need to balance it with respect. Share this on Facebook. Post on Google Buzz. If you feel others shifting away from you, getting nervous or antsy, or simply not paying attention, tune into yourself and make adjustments as needed. Basic social etiquette applies in the workplace.