On The Job

MARCH 16, 2020

They become even more stressed as they achieve their dream, instead of enjoying what their hard work has brought them. If you’ve been operating under misguided rules like, “I should always know the answer,” or “Never ask for help” start asserting your rights. Develop a new script. Reward yourself. Fake it ‘til you make it.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 4, 2015

Example of a Tweet or Facebook Post: This article changed my life [add your favorite article link] #adminblogathon. For those of you who are participating in our blog-a-thon this April we want to give you even more ways to get entered to win. Announcing BONUS entries with social sharing.

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On The Job

JULY 11, 2016

That's the assertion of Stanford Graduate School of Business Lecturer Richard Cox, who explains that the "language of power" comes from our nonverbal cues. If you chose the first option, you are asserting your power in a nonverbal way. If you tap someone on the shoulder, you're asserting 'I'm here.'" You can find your power."

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On The Job

JANUARY 13, 2020

If you’ve been operating under misguided rules like, “I should always know the answer,” or “Never ask for help” start asserting your rights. It sure beats picturing impending disaster and will help with performance-related stress. Develop a new script. Reward yourself. Fake it ‘til you make it.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Whether you leave a job by choice or by being forced out, it causes stress-filled feelings. The quiet quitters do not feel empowered to assert themselves to their leaders about the root problems, so they justify their mediocre performance with thoughts such as; “ Why should I work so hard? Lots of uncomfortable feelings.

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Office Dynamics

JULY 10, 2018

Scheduling a performance evaluation meeting and setting measurable goals can be stressful or even seem unproductive to some. I have personally experienced stress in the past too! There are ways to decrease the stress levels and frustration though! Getting the Most Out of Your Next Performance Evaluation.

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Clutter Coach

JUNE 6, 2019

Still, I assert that you can use the strategy to help you keep your space tidier. Let’s take the example of your kitchen table. Using the pop out technique, it’s easy and stress-free to identify those items. Kind of simple and pretty easy to distinguish visually. Here’s the concept.

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My EA Career

JULY 12, 2020

This is what indispensable assistants excel at and it takes assertiveness and resilience. Sadly I see many examples where this doesn’t happen. Having unrealistic expectations imposed on you causes stress and unhappiness. In other words a Slinky Mindset.

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My EA Career

JULY 12, 2020

This is what indispensable assistants excel at and it takes assertiveness and resilience. Sadly I see many examples where this doesn’t happen. Having unrealistic expectations imposed on you causes stress and unhappiness. In other words a Slinky Mindset.

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UPS Management Assertiveness Social Media 52

Office Dynamics

MARCH 9, 2018

Under that umbrella, we addressed topics such as self-management vs. stress management, learning specific difficult people types and how to handle each of them, the benefits of conflict and much more. I’ll give you a perfect example that just happened to me this morning as I was traveling. When and where to set boundaries.

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Practically Perfect PA

DECEMBER 5, 2011

Over the next two blogs I will look at some of the common questions interviewers ask and the answers I would give if I had an interview, the examples are personal to me but hopefully will help you think about how you structure your answers. I don’t think you should come across as false but I do think you should be rehearsed.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 3, 2012

This is the grammar to use when writing minutes, for example: Nicky Christmas agreed to distribute the minutes as soon as possible. So a few years ago I wrote out a list of 50 handy verbs that I could slot into the minutes as and when I needed them. Here is the list: AcknowledgedAgreed On. Brought up. Complained. Emphasised. Guaranteed.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 3, 2012

This is the grammar to use when writing minutes, for example: Nicky Christmas agreed to distribute the minutes as soon as possible. So a few years ago I wrote out a list of 50 handy verbs that I could slot into the minutes as and when I needed them. Here is the list: AcknowledgedAgreed OnAgreed to. Brought up. Complained. Emphasised.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 22, 2016

Self-Management vs. Stress Management and Juggling Work, Home and Your Personal Life. Digital Portfolio Examples and Instructions . Create a Strategic Partnership with Your Leader. Master Exceptional Leadership One BOLD Step at a Time. Create a Career Portfolio and Demonstrate Your Worth. Career Portfolio Resources.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

If your company offers continuing education opportunities, for example, and you complete two out of four successfully, ‘notify’ yourself that you’re halfway through the program. Set goals and make a specific plan for your career. When you measure progress you feel in control. The proverbial glass is half-full and not half-empty.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 8, 2010

Mark McGwire is an example of someone who tries to explain away why he did what he did,” Galindo says. It’s just an example of the level of ridiculousness we’ve reached.” Last week's example was John Edwards. When we are honest with ourselves we are more likely to feel less stressed. Great post Anita!

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Success

APRIL 20, 2023

For example, role clarity has been shown to be a top predictor of employee engagement for women, and for Asian-Americans, diversity and inclusion has been shown to be a top predictor (Caputo & Hyland, 2014).” “Acknowledging employee accomplishments and taking time to get to know team members makes a bigger impact on happiness than we realize.”

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The Office Professionals Place

MAY 11, 2010

By counting backwards and focusing on the numbers, it is more difficult to focus on the actual stress element and therefore, you become more relaxed. Be assertive, state your case, and give and ask for solutions. The best way to deal with this is to ask for specific examples and then seek solutions on how to improve.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 23, 2017

For example, if Joe in another department consistently turns in a monthly report late, you will have a lot more leverage or chance of getting Joe to change if you were to say something like… “Joe, the January report was due on the 18th of the month; I received the report on January 25. Resist rattling off what’s on your real mind.

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Self Esteem Administrative Professionals Skills Management 100

Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Reduces stress for both the executive and assistant. For example, if the Executive is in a location with a different time zone or headed into an early meeting or conference. When held regularly, they may only take 5 or 10 minutes a day. That is nothing in terms of how much time is saves you and your executive.

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Jen Lawrence

MARCH 25, 2019

Like many people, I didn’t feel the stress until I was so far down the rabbit hole that the only way out was to reach the bottom. For example, I am most productive and on my best mental game between 7:00 am and 11:00 am, so during that time, I would ideally handle projects that require my utmost attention. This is your list.

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Jen Lawrence

MARCH 25, 2019

Like many people, I didn’t feel the stress until I was so far down the rabbit hole that the only way out was to reach the bottom. For example, I am most productive and on my best mental game between 7:00 am and 11:00 am, so during that time, I would ideally handle projects that require my utmost attention. This is your list.

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Customer Service AT&T Assertiveness Social Media 40

The Shrink for Entrepreneurs

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Brian and his team figured this one out because they operate in the industry where this shocking assertion is perhaps the most true… but don’t let that stop you reading. And it’s because they know the humbling – perhaps even embarrassing – truth. . No one cares about what you’re selling. That means knowing what they really care about.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Travel Planning Example: Your travel planning system involves lots of different forms, templates, and checklists. Your office or specific role may have others you need to add to this list also. What’s the difference between procedures and systems? Systems are made up of several or many different procedures.

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Brilliantly Better

JUNE 22, 2010

At this point of our example, the “engagement” point, something interesting happens. Over time I have felt increasing pressure and stress. If the brain was trained to give a pre-established answer, it will most likely give it, of course, but fact is there is some reaction time. And that’s a good news. It began well.

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Success

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Organizations need long-term plans in place to address the anxiety and stress from election loss, political differences and the impact this has on employee performance and wellbeing,” says Stephanie Bolster McCannon, an organizational psychologist and wellness coach. News in and of itself is stress-inducing at any time.

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