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

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For example, over the course of my career I’ve occupied the role of Fixer and Friend at times, but the Fighter is my go-to theme.). Individuals tend not to get the kind of firm and clear boundaries they need to learn about themselves. Not just one has to suit you, but one will hopefully speak to you more than the others.

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44 Ways to Kick-Start Your New Year

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Find a mentor. Overall, whether it’s gossip from co-workers, violence in the media, pessimism in your own thoughts or other influences, make conscious efforts to reduce your exposure to the negative. I’ve learned that my daily choices make a big difference in my long-term happiness. Ask questions of mentors and peers.

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Climb the career tree, all the way to the top!

Practically Perfect PA

Absorb the information on your company’s website and try and learn new skills where possible such as reading balance sheets. There is so much information online these days, not to mention internet-based courses. Sorry to say it but if you want to transform from PA to Leader, gossip is a big no. Go the extra mile. Zip your lip.

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Ep 241: Elena Navarro on Corporate Culture, Toxic Workplaces, and Maintaining Confidentiality

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Some have even gone above and beyond to personally mentor her throughout her time as an Executive Assistant – and now, Executive Business Partner! And I learned the ins and outs of pretty much being an office assistant and business came to, you know, fell into that. And I’ve had amazing mentors along the way.

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Help! My Boss Is a Jerk

Eat Your Career

This is a skill I learned when I became a coach. Of course, in our daily lives, we don’t normally address these things until there’s a problem. Of course, this should go without saying but please choose your ally wisely. This is not a gossip fest or a vent session. Either learn to live with it or move on.

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The New Economics: It’s About Time. (Governing Time)

Office Dynamics

Of course we need these! This is doubly important for parents, as children learn by watching what parents do, not by listening to what parents tell them to do while doing something different themselves. Just like nail biting or gossip, whining is a bad habit - nothing more - and all bad habits can be broken. (Continued).

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The New Economics: It’s About Time. (Governing Time)

Office Dynamics

Of course we need these! This is doubly important for parents, as children learn by watching what parents do, not by listening to what parents tell them to do while doing something different themselves. Just like nail biting or gossip, whining is a bad habit - nothing more - and all bad habits can be broken. (Continued).

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