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How to Stand Up for Yourself

Success

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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Professional vs Personal Development: What’s the Difference?

Success

Those skill sets are where every human being has to start if they ever want to have any form of lasting success in their life.” Knowledge is key to growth and longevity Moreover, these are not diverse islands; rather, they form an interconnected energy in the sea of self-improvement. appeared first on SUCCESS.

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“EAs Need Better Press.” Agreed. Solving the EA PR Problem Once and For All

Bonnie Low Kramen

If the situation is to change, then EAs need to participate in the assertion about what assistants do and the responsibilities they now hold. They also need allies in the form of recruiters, HR professionals, managers, and educators. In my experience, women are aware of this and yet, it feels very hard to do in regular practice.

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Executives and Assistants are Struggling Today

Office Dynamics

[This article was originally posted at Executive Secretary Magazine.]. Understanding perceptions and defining expectations form and strengthen the foundation to build the partnership between you and your leader. There is no greater relationship in the workplace than that of an executive and an Assistant.