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4 Lessons Ultra-Athletes Can Teach Us About Grit—In Life and Business

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In a 2018 study on the psychology of ultra-marathon runners, researchers found that mental toughness helps overcome the perception of physical, psychological, emotional and environmental obstacles. Asmuth suggests leaning into your networks to ask for help. “We These are skills we can transport to all other aspects.

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A sneaky peek at the Future Assistant programme

Practically Perfect PA

The Future Assistant is taking place over two days, the 8th and 9th February 2018. We will compare the skills and the level of support required in these different environments, the challenges and the benefits. Diana is an absolute expert in PA networking, working within a startup culture and the role of a modern day assistant.

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If You Think You’re Unbiased, You’re Wrong

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Reach out to groups that cater to Black engineers, LGBTQ professionals, Hispanic programmers—whatever skill set you might need. In 2015, New York City began officially observing two Muslim holidays —the “first large metropolis in America” to recognize Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Go ahead and embrace your differences. It’s flexible.

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A review of the Assist Conference 2017

Practically Perfect PA

Back in 2015 we had just over 50 assistants attend and this year we sold out (for the second year in a row) with 125 attendees! During the sessions we looked at how we could enhance the unique skills and qualities each assistant needs to further their role and career. The theme of this year’s conference was The Assistant Toolkit.

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