On The Job

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

If I didn't overreact, I could not only save her from herself, but demonstrate the kind of skills that are necessary to reach the higher levels of any career. By taking the time to listen more to this new co-worker, I learned that she was very nervous about the new job, afraid she wouldn't get up to speed fast enough.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Individuals tend not to get the kind of firm and clear boundaries they need to learn about themselves. This leads to gossip and politics, often just below the surface of what looks like a happy and positive culture. This has serious ramifications for both the individuals on the team and the culture as a whole. The Fighter’s journey.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 29, 2016

Co-workers can be dragons when they: gossip. Avoid gossiping. Dragons won’t go away unless you learn to face them in a positive fashion. People in management positions usually have good reasons for taking certain actions and for making the decisions they make. Office Dragons #2: Co-workers. convey a bad mood at the office.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 24, 2017

Instead of gossiping with people, successful world leaders tend to invest heavily on learning new concepts or grooming a new skill.… Many of these can be easily integrated into our daily lives. Here’s how: 1. They have their priorities clearly defined.

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BMT Office Administration

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Read on to learn more about the causes of procrastination and how you can stop it in its tracks. Each type is unique, as they each have unique incentives and adverse effects, so let’s learn more about each. Examples include: Gossiping with co-workers. Feeling out of place at a job that doesn’t match your skill set.

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Ian's Messy Desk

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Regardless of the personal resources you have-education, skills, money, etc.-if Successful people do not spend hours in front of the television, gossiping around the water cooler, or any other negative behaviour. Learn from their example. I know people who blame their lack of success on a lack of education. Own your attitude.

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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 11, 2012

She thinks it would be a good opportunity for you to learn some new skills and do some networking. Do you want to grow and develop your skills? Your constant workplace gossip is going to get you in trouble quickly if you don’t cut it out. Remember that gossip is incredibly harmful and unproductive.

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Professional Assistant Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Home About Me Advertise 11 Tips To Improve Your Performance By The Professional Assistant on Thursday, November 08, 2007 Filed Under: Office Gossip , Productivity A re you asking yourself, “How can I improve my workplace?&# Show people your skills and how you are making a difference. Expand your mind.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 20, 2015

Absorb the information on your company’s website and try and learn new skills where possible such as reading balance sheets. Sorry to say it but if you want to transform from PA to Leader, gossip is a big no. If you work in the markets, keep an eye on the key financial headlines. Zip your lip.

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Productivity Bits

JUNE 25, 2010

Here are the five things you should consider stop doing to free up more time or more focus toward productivity: [ A workbook to Develop the problem-solving skills of employees: The A3 Workbook: Unlock Your Problem-Solving Mind ]. They not only eke out positive energy out of you but they also tend to breed office gossip.

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On The Job

JANUARY 14, 2011

This can mean everything from making sure you contribute your portion to the office coffee fund to refusing to gossip about co-workers. Even if it requires you to learn new skills, the chance to show you're not afraid to face new challenges can be a key sign to your boss that you're ready to help your company meet new goals this year.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

I’ve only been in this role for a month so I’m learning lots at the moment and also getting involved in marketing so it is exciting. I had a few jobs where I would write content for marketing material and I think doing this meant I could use some of my creative skills at work. Why did you decide to write a blog?

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

I’ve only been in this role for a month so I’m learning lots at the moment and also getting involved in marketing so it is exciting. I had a few jobs where I would write content for marketing material and I think doing this meant I could use some of my creative skills at work. Why did you decide to write a blog?

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Success

JUNE 23, 2021

As children, we learn about the world by making associations to remember words and shapes and names of things. We learn that not all apples are red and “no” certainly doesn’t have to mean disappointment. We learn that being sweet doesn’t always equate with generosity. It helps us make sense of our environment. I love people.

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Professional Assistant Blog

MARCH 28, 2008

Of course, you have to present yourself well, answer the interview questions properly, have the skills and knowledge of the position you are applying for and a few other factors that help you get the job. We both had similar skills, education, etc. This is how I was able to get one of my past jobs. Great post Richard.

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Eat Your Career

MAY 24, 2011

This is a skill I learned when I became a coach. This is not a gossip fest or a vent session. Either learn to live with it or move on. You’re looking for someone who cares about you but won’t be afraid to challenge you if needed. A coach is often a great resource for this kind of discussion. Design the Alliance.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

OCTOBER 15, 2023

To explore corporate food solutions or place a catering order, visit ezcater.com. ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP To learn more about how you can join growth-minded Leader Assistants, check out our Leader Assistant Premium Membership for ongoing training, coaching, and community. You’re You’re there to do a job.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

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. This keeps us fresh and our skills top notch.

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Office Dynamics

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

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. This keeps us fresh and our skills top notch.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

JUNE 21, 2012

I have many varied interests from volunteering, to reading, learning, and helping others, films, music, comedy, the arts. So, I went back to being an executive assistant because I learned that it was my unique selling point - assistant to CEOs. You are reliable, trustworthy, and don’t gossip. I was a natural fit.

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Professional Assistant Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2007

Skilled writing the key. Try to throw in your own spin on information that you learn and post about. This will help readers put a face to the writer. Post regularly. Keeping your readers up-to-date and information about current information on your company or topic will make them ask for more. Dont allow for spelling and grammar errors.

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Professional Assistant Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

Although I did have the skills and experience, I wasnt sure employers would view the move as a social disconnect. Ive been working as an assistant for quite a number of years, but theres always something new to learn. I always viewed it as a chance to learn first hand from experienced professionals in the business world.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 11, 2009

I had a big learning curve going into it and I didnt know any of the other assistants so I felt all alone with my challenges. The problem that sometimes occurs with sharing with current co-workers is it can turn into office gossip. Having the opportunity to hash it out with another assistant is a great resource. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 5, 2009

I wouldnt recommend talking about a co-worker with someone at the office or it ends up being gossip and spreads a bad feeling about that person. Join us at the luxurious Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast for an amazing end of year get away and your chance to network, learn and advance your skills in style! 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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On The Job

MAY 26, 2010

When she was at the University of Florida, Methot studied colleague relationships and found those who worked with people considered “friends” engaged in “more whining and gossiping and complaining,” she says. “In In other words, these friends really didn’t help one another be more productive,” she says.

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Productivityist

DECEMBER 21, 2012

that I tend to decompress with TV shows like Gossip Girl (Im shameless) and sports games that have a definite end. But unlike some other games, with World Of Warcraft Ive developed a lot of skills. I learned great English, developed "raid leading" skills, that allowed me to operate on a scale of telling what other 20 people should do.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MARCH 22, 2013

And it’s better to make all your mistakes now when you are young so you have time to learn and not repeat the same mistakes when you are at a more critical juncture in your career. I’m sure you’ve realized while it’s common to have a lot of office politics, it is not fun to work in a gossip-filled environment. How well do they listen?

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 16, 2012

The amount of skill, pressure, stress, and problem solving differs at each of those levels. At times, it's not that I felt overqualified, but assistant/admin work to a degree is the same skill set utilized repeatedly without creativity injected. Be the bigger person and don't gossip! And once you're in, you're in.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

MAY 10, 2012

Be willing to do anything and learn a lot of different skill sets and software programs so you are indispensable. If you don't know, try everything and learn what you DON'T like so you can make better decisions. Other people would probably much rather find a new job immediately while not burning bridges or gossiping about it.

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Brilliantly Better

MARCH 4, 2010

Don’t Gossip Talking behind other people’s back is like putting your exhaustion pipe to somebody else door, while pretending you’re looking in a different direction. They spend minutes and minutes blocking the road just to tell how smarter and skilled they are, and how stupid the other guy is. Well, I dont. Great post. Stay Motivated!

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Brilliantly Better

OCTOBER 7, 2010

Small tasks that may imply you are spending your time are constant mail checking, gossiping with your work mates, being in your kids play checking your iPhone. Leisure: Guitar Playing, Programming, Drawing, Reading, learning Icelandic. You should not spend your time in small tasks: Spending is here the key word. Well, I dont.

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Brilliantly Better

OCTOBER 8, 2010

Small tasks that may imply you are spending your time are constant mail checking, gossiping with your work mates, being in your kids play checking your iPhone. Leisure: Guitar Playing, Programming, Drawing, Reading, learning Icelandic. You should not spend your time in small tasks: Spending is here the key word. Well, I dont.

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Brilliantly Better

MARCH 22, 2010

Use it to build your knowledge and your skills but pave your own path and create a unique space no one else has or will create before you. The Attitude: The tango community can be quite the political, social, and gossip mega circle. Tim Ferris: Smash fear, Learn anything Reply 10 Luke March 23, 2010 at 7:59 am What a great comparison.

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Jen Lawrence

DECEMBER 5, 2019

It could be anything such as Donut Day, getting over the hurdle of a project, learning a new skill, or even just that you have a job. Second, create a balance in your language, such as “It’s been demanding lately but I’ve learned a lot in the past few weeks and we’re almost to the end of the project!

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Brilliantly Better

JULY 6, 2010

But after working a few years in the traditional media world – which, by the way, is not a very friendly place to be, always challenged, filled with gossip and back talking – I felt the need for a change. Did you learned something? Rewind and start over. It will help both of us to get something out of this interaction.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 7, 2010

It’s not all that bad once you learn how, but it’s not a job for wall flowers. You have to be disciplined with money, a skill many writers don’t have. I’ve also done the freelancing thing–learning to market myself, developing my money management skills and learned to juggle.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Your resume should always be able to reflect that you’ve kept up on the latest training and skills. Becoming too comfortable in your career and with your skills can set you up for problems if you suddenly find yourself out of work. Don’t gossip at work. Be the dumbest person in the room. Embrace social media. Take the high road.

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