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It’s Healthy to Have High Self-Esteem

Office Dynamics

In honor of the month of love, I am going to offer some great info I wrote a few years ago with my BIG Life project. People often describe their self-esteem like a thermometer. If someone is complimenting them or they have done a good job, they have high self-esteem. Is one of your goals to have better self-esteem?

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7 Tips for Executive Assistants Who Want To Be More Assertive

Office Dynamics

Do you want to be more assertive? Learning how to tactfully voice your opinions and assert your needs as an executive assistant is important. Many assistants have crossed the line from assertive to aggressive. So what is the difference between assertive and aggressive? Benefits of Being Assertive. Reduces anxiety.

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What to Do If You Have Imposter's Syndrome

On The Job

Those who suffer from this condition have such chronic self-doubt that they see themselves as intellectual frauds, failing to enjoy their successes or external proof of their competence and accomplishments. Right the rules. Recognize that you have just as much right as the next person to be wrong, have an off-day, or ask for assistance.

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How to Build Consensus in Place of Conflict

Office Dynamics

You think a project should be completed one way and your peer thinks it should be done another way. 6 Maintain Each Other’s Self-Esteem. Use assertive communication techniques. As long you come in contact with others, however, you will experience conflict. Big or Small. Conflict does not necessarily mean a big blow out!

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How to Respond to Workplace Conflict

Office Dynamics

Every day, we can face conflicting views, opinions, approaches to a project or differences about when to host an event. Maintain Each Other’s Self-Esteem. Use assertive communication techniques. However, Monday is the perfect time to talk about workplace conflict because we all have to deal with it. Take Charge.