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The Right Way to Share Problems at Work With Your Boss 

Success

There are numerous reasons employees might not speak up at work, from fearing backlash from bosses in charge of their promotions and salary to worrying about how it will impact their reputation. Just as you would negotiate a salary with comparisons, it is important to highlight data that could benefit the implementation of your idea.

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How to Become One of the Boss's Favorites

On The Job

Also, consider that no boss promotes someone who isn't a 9 or 10, and such a worker certainly doesn't earn bonuses or garner significant annual pay raises. Rather than diving into your messy inbox first thing, take two minutes to review your calendar and your action lists. Who do you think was let go first? Review weekly.

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12 Efficiency Secrets of the World’s Busiest People

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Most achievers have no trouble codifying clear goals but then let time-sucking “opportunities” creep into calendars. Set regular, non-negotiable shipping goals that leave you not quite enough time to finish. Any free daily mood tracking app will reveal which activities promote productivity and happiness—and which hamper you.

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So do assistants think the role has diversified?

Practically Perfect PA

This means everything from drafting memos and managing calendars to calling in prescriptions and rescheduling dental appointments. Last September I successfully negotiated a change in title and salary, but am still the lowest-paid manager in our company, even though I have more management experience than several other managers.

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25 Self-Help Books You (Probably) Haven’t Read

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Sooner or later, every entrepreneur discovers that negotiation is an indispensable skill. Work gets whatever space is left in our calendars. If your Facebook ads aren’t delivering the ROI you expect, read this book to find out why. Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss and Tahl Raz. Try it; this will change your world.

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Answering Reader Mail: The Other Assistant Isn't As Qualified - Should I Express My Interest?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Her skill set it basically calendar and coffee. Her skill set it basically calendar and coffee. If her boss LOVED her maybe her boss really only needed calendar and coffee help, but we won’t know for sure what her boss thought and all the performance reviews HR has for her 30+ years vs your 2 years.

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Answering Reader Mail: Career Progression, Wearing Different Hats, and Realistic Expectations

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I've heard of EAs who are promoted to Operations or Facilities roles later on in their careers but at this point, I am playing both roles. EA work is typically admin work - phones, travels, calendars, expense reports, mtgs/luncheons, etc.