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Managing the Micromanager

The Office Professionals Place

In an effort to curb the constant interruptions by your supervisor who is inquiring about your status on a project, give him constant updates so that he can be assured that you are in the process of completion. Provide assurance and be assertive. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier.

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5 Simple Steps to Eliminate Fear and Even Use it as an Asset.

Stephanie LH Calahan

  Begin to assert control over your mind by learning to consistently follow five steps - 1)    Acknowledge the fear.    The proof is in process Just like you can’t train to run a marathon in one day, it will take some time before you can really learn to master your thoughts. 

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A Test of Your Professionalism: Will You Pass?

The Office Professionals Place

Listen with empathy not sympathy and be assertive in your response. There is a three step process in dealing with a reprimand effectively. Look into purchasing an all-in-one fax, printer, and copier. Let them have their words. Do not interrupt. When they are finished, ask questions to clarify their feelings. Seek answers.