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Gratitude Affirmations: Why They Work and 25 Affirmations to Try

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Rather than reminding yourself that you were an interesting speaker or will be more assertive, say “I am.…” 5 gratitude affirmations to become more assertive at work Providing your opinion or making a request in a professional setting takes personal courage, and that’s a good time to affirm your value to others. “I Make them specific.

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

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How you handle high levels of stress can mean the difference between being assertive and poised or being negative and disgruntled. Emotionally intelligent people are unwilling to be bogged down unnecessarily by others’ mistakes, so they let them go quickly and are assertive in protecting themselves from future harm.

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Things Assistants Do That Executives Appreciate

Office Dynamics

Cultivates professional networks that help us accomplish our goals. Takes networking skills very seriously, encouraging teamwork and collaboration throughout our organization. Appropriately assertive. Asks me key questions so I can better prepare for my meetings. Open to feedback—productive and enjoyable.

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Gain Confidence by Writing Down Your Ambitions

On The Job

Writing about two paragraphs outlining your goals will help you feel more confident and energetic, Gavin Kilduff, an assistant professor of management and organization at New York University, says his research shows. That can be especially critical before entering a new group. We thought the effect would be more fleeting," Kilduff says. "I

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NEWS RELEASE: Star Achievement Series Has Gone Public

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22 hours (per Level) of focused time with Joan Burge includes personal coaching, skill practice and evaluation during class, assessments, networking and sharing best practices with other high-caliber assistants, and high-energy learning activities. Participants will learn to: Navigate their careers through goal setting. Contacts count!

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How to Build Consensus in Place of Conflict

Office Dynamics

How can I help you accomplish your goals?”. #3 Use assertive communication techniques. Build a wider networking circle and remain balanced in your at-work relationships and interactions. #13 . #2 Solicit Ideas from Each Other. Ask the other person questions like, “What do you think the problem is?” “How 3 Define the Problem.

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How to Respond to Workplace Conflict

Office Dynamics

How can I help you accomplish your goals?”. Use assertive communication techniques. Build a wider networking circle and remain balanced in your at-work relationships and interactions. Solicit Ideas from Each Other. Ask the other person questions like, “What do you think the problem is?” “How Define the Problem. Take Charge.