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What Kind of Leader Are You: A Fixer, Fighter or Friend?

Success

That internal dialogue that each person generates while trying to sort out what they’re observing and how they feel about it, multiplied across the organization, is what creates the underlying dynamics of a company culture. I was fortunate enough to have a mentor do that for me at a critical moment in my career. Fighters see ideas—i.e.,

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The Truth About Impostor Syndrome and How to Overcome It

Stephanie LH Calahan

Research published in the International Journal of Behavioral Science in 2011 suggests that approximately 70 percent of people will experience at least one impostor syndrome episode in their lives. ” When you miss your high mark goal on something, you accuse yourself of “not being cut out for the task” and ruminate on it for days.

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Certain Truths That Never Change In Professional Development

Office Dynamics

Find a mentor or “buddy” to help and guide you, if need be. Are my goals aligned with higher-ups, as well as with my employer? Here’s one idea: Ask to sit down with your leader and see whether the goals you’ve identified are similar or complementary (a good sign). Identify areas of improvement – and then plan how to act on them.

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Did You Reach Your NaNoWriMo Goal?

Men With Pens

How do you measure your progress other than just finishing the pursuit of the 50,000 word goal. If simply finishing is your goal, then yeah, have a beer. Once you fess up to that unspoken goal, everything changes. Because your publishing dream (again, very much like being a parent) is a serious and worthy goal.

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The Big Secret to Time Management and a More Fulfilling Life

Stephanie LH Calahan

I talked to over 40 of my international colleagues and asked them for their one favorite tip on setting and managing priorities. One of my on-line mentors is Alex Mandossian and one thing I admire about him is the massive volume of work he can pump out. They came up with some great ideas. His secret?   Or, follow us on Twitter ! 

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Getting your foot in the door.

Laughing all the Way to Work

My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets © Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 10 May, 2009 Getting your foot in the door. If a more experienced assistant comes alongside you and provides mentoring - dont refuse it. Lets enjoy our day together.©

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How a Two-Word Aussie Catchphrase Can Change Your Life Forever

Brilliantly Better

I took this voyage under the guide of the International Student Volunteer (ISV) organization with other American college students. Reply 8 Sandra Lee April 19, 2010 at 9:27 pm I have a mentor who always says, “No worries, mate.&# When I was 21, I took a life changing excursion to the land down under, Australia.

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