Assertiveness Gifts Management 
Office Dynamics
MARCH 13, 2017
I have already written about managers as perceived dragons and co-workers. Lack assertiveness. The problem with not being assertive is we let people walk over us. If you don’t feel you are assertive, take some classes. Assertive is about getting your needs met while being considerate of others. Then we get upset.
Success
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Speaking to an audience that included the future creatives of the world, Thompson asserted that the word “content” sounded merely like the stuffing of a sofa cushion, and called it “rude.” “‘Content.’ I remember the first time my manager at a new job referred to everything I did as ‘content,’ and I hated it. What do you mean ‘content’?”
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Office Dynamics
APRIL 3, 2017
If someone is doing something or saying something that is unacceptable to you, then you need to speak up in a professional and assertive manner. This is important for all assistants, managers and coworkers to remember the administrative profession is a true profession! They want a long-lasting gift. Thirst for knowledge.
Office Dynamics
JUNE 22, 2016
Self-Management vs. Stress Management and Juggling Work, Home and Your Personal Life. Joan’s necklace was a very special piece purchased as a gift from her late husband, Dave. Also a gift from Dave.). Create a Strategic Partnership with Your Leader. Master Exceptional Leadership One BOLD Step at a Time.
Office Dynamics
DECEMBER 13, 2012
Now is the time to stock up on all you need for holiday gifting and pay zilch for shipping! What if you perceive yourself as being assertive but not everyone agrees? You may, for example, be demure when dealing with a group of upper management people. On the tenth day of Christmas my true love gave to me ten lords-a-leaping.
Office Dynamics
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
Look at work as a gift. Don’t belittle your job or employer. Work provides you with a purpose, challenges you, puts food on your table, enables growth, and stimulates your thinking. Be happy you have a job. It may not be ideal, but let’s be realistic, no job is ideal.
Ian's Messy Desk
MAY 19, 2010
Taking on more than you can manage only leads to frustration as nothing gets done very well. That will give you the confidence to manage your work assertively. Or, if you prefer, you can subscribe to my blog posts by e-mail. Thanks for visiting! No is a small word but difficult to use.
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