Success

JANUARY 4, 2023

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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Bonnie Low Kramen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Whether you leave a job by choice or by being forced out, it causes stress-filled feelings. Doing the bare minimum of work involves passive aggressive behaviors which are a form of retaliation and a cry for help. Lots of uncomfortable feelings. Back in 2004, quiet quitting was called “ presenteeism.” There is too much fear to do so.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

Scheduling a performance evaluation meeting and setting measurable goals can be stressful or even seem unproductive to some. I have personally experienced stress in the past too! There are ways to decrease the stress levels and frustration though! Getting the Most Out of Your Next Performance Evaluation.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

I decided to leave my previous employee in June 2010 but was job hunting for 6 months and when I did get the role I am in currently I had to complete a detailed application form, attend three interviews and sit two psychometric tests (for language and numerical skills). However, this just isn’t the case anymore. What are your weaknesses?

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Interviewing 2003 Job Hunting Assertiveness 100

Office Dynamics

APRIL 26, 2016

Other times, we’re simply drained after being tapped for a major undertaking or high stress project. Ask to join or form a workplace committee. We may feel under-appreciated, wish our job was more challenging, or have lost out on a promotion. You’re glad you were able to contribute, but feel as though you’ve run a marathon.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 1, 2015

Understanding perceptions and defining expectations form and strengthen the foundation to build the partnership between you and your leader. For now, I want to share with you the singular, most important piece of advice for building a strong foundation to any executive/Assistant partnership or any entrepreneur/Assistant partnership.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Travel Planning Example: Your travel planning system involves lots of different forms, templates, and checklists. You have an executive profile form with their key travel preferences and frequent flier details. You have an intake form for ensuring you get all of the details you need up front for effectively planning their trip.

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