Ian's Messy Desk

AUGUST 9, 2010

Home About Contact Me Links Sitemap How to Build Self Esteem Posted by Ian McKenzie Written on August 9, 2010 If youre new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Take inventory of your strengths One of the first things to go, when our self-esteem is low, is our perception of our strengths. Thanks for visiting!

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Success

APRIL 16, 2024

Oxytocin helps us connect, feel empathy and trust; serotonin regulates anxiety, happiness and well-being ; and endorphins reduce pain and stress while boosting mood and self-esteem. Maintain your confidence and don’t go fishing for compliments “We can find humor in our pain points and struggles.

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AUGUST 27, 2024

By continually replacing the “unhelpful coping skill of procrastination with an empathic, positive mindset,” Manly explains, you hardwire yourself to feel less fearful, reducing anxiousness and stress and helping you become more motivated. Even if the results aren’t perfect or even great, I’m going to be proud of myself for doing my best.”

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Success

AUGUST 12, 2021

You want them to learn through experience,” Lechter says, noting confidence, self-esteem and lifelong skills come from success and failure alike. Kids learn firsthand about profit and loss by taking a job, starting their own business or participating in school or group fundraising. Accelerate learning.

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Success

MAY 8, 2022

So, how are your conversation skills? When a statement is accompanied by foot-tapping, it usually indicates a lack of confidence in what is being said. Poor eye contact can be a sign of low self-esteem , but it can also indicate that the speaker is not being truthful. Get your thinking straight. Tapping feet.

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Practically Perfect PA

MARCH 23, 2015

Having low self-esteem or confidence issues can be a real challenge in life, particularly in the office and particularly for assistants. Although not all of us are blessed with unwavering self-confidence (I certainly am not!) Here are my top three: Skills. These skills make you a fantastic assistant.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 14, 2019

This definitely is a skill every assistant needs to know. This is a skill you can use every single day! I am resilient; I practice positive self-esteem, and I chose to ignore the haters. I am confident in my skills and aware of my weaknesses. They are scenarios that assistants can relate to.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

As in the case of worry, our brains can spiral into self-defeating thoughts of inadequacy. You might consider your own unique skills or gifts that got you through tough times. Embrace new challenges to build self-esteem. These small accomplishments will build your esteem with a sense of accomplishment.

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Success

MAY 26, 2022

What I didn’t realize at that time, and what I know to be true now, is that I was dealing with serious self-esteem and confidence issues. I learned new skills and acquired some practical information on public speaking. How confident are you speaking in public? Will I look professional enough ? No pressure.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Have you ever felt like you weren’t good enough despite your skills and achievements? Imposter syndrome can strike anyone, and we’ve all experienced self-doubt or inadequacy at one point. Those affected often fear failure, have low self-esteem or undervalue their contributions. You’re not alone. Fight back !

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Allwork

APRIL 11, 2023

Such biases can occur in every possible process and function of the workplace, from internal communications and team meetings to company training, and often result in women or minorities lacking self-esteem at work, motivation, or even ambition for development and career progression.

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Ian's Messy Desk

AUGUST 12, 2014

The post Boost Your Success by Improving Your Speaking Skills appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. In Maslows hierarchy of needs , self-worth ranks highest. Giving speeches helps us realize self-worth through the satisfaction experienced when a good speech is given. All these contribute to your self-esteem.

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Success

JULY 11, 2021

It can be that you go back to school or re-train in a new field to gain specific knowledge and skill sets. One of the most powerful tools for building worthiness and self-confidence is the repetition of positive statements until they become a natural part of the way you think. I know there is a solution….

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Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The study analysed over fifty aspects of people’s relationships with work, including the role of work in their lives, their skills, abilities, tools and workspaces, and their expectations of leadership. However, confidence that companies will implement the right tools to support hybrid work is low, at just one in five.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 14, 2018

This was even instrumental in building their self-esteem. Amazingly, they grew to become excellent students, with a high level of self-confidence. (At After school, they couldn’t wait to quiz me on information they had learned that day. I must say, some of their questions really stumped me! At the time of this post.)

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AUGUST 25, 2022

The legendary 17th-century Japanese samurai Miyamoto Musashi—one of the most skilled and feared samurai ever to live—delved into the balancing power of introspection in his classic writing, The Book of Five Rings. It’s a practice that humans have utilized for hundreds, even thousands of years.

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Workplace Insight

JULY 7, 2023

Those who are part of at least one team or society experience personal, professional and health benefits including feeling happier (30 percent), more confident (26 percent) and more likely to achieve their health and fitness goal. This personal growth promotes a positive mindset and can lead to improved mental health outcomes.

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Office Dynamics

MAY 9, 2016

You don’t feel confident or happy when you are in conflict with co-workers or even a customer. 6 Maintain Each Other’s Self-Esteem. Having an “attitude of taking charge” is not necessarily the same as the “skill of taking charge.” It starts with having the attitude, then developing certain skills.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 29, 2016

Use this assessment for assistants as a tool to measure your skill level. I wanted to be ready for anything when we sat down together to discuss my progress and my skill set as her Chief Executive Assistant. I decided I should do a self-assessment before my big review. What are the core administrative competencies?

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 11, 2016

This is an important skill to develop for any individual who has to work with others. You don’t feel confident or happy when you are in conflict with co-workers or even a customer. Maintain Each Other’s Self-Esteem. Having an “attitude of taking charge” is not necessarily the same as the “skill of taking charge.”

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Office Dynamics

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

You don’t feel confident or happy when you are in conflict with co-workers or even a customer. Build effective conflict resolution skills. Maintain Self-Esteem of Others. In addition, the constant push for quality and improved customer service necessitates cooperation among employees. This often escalates a conflict.

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Ian's Messy Desk

AUGUST 5, 2014

Drucker – Developing the confidence and capability of your people will raise their self-belief. A leader who boosts the self-esteem of people will always be more successful in retaining people. They always improve their skills and learn. Builds confidence in people. Show them you believe in their potential.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 31, 2008

Build confidence in children’s strengths. It will give them the confidence to tackle their weaknesses. Volunteering as a family is a powerful way to build self-esteem and establish a sense of community in yourself and your children. There are many resources that can help you improve your parenting skills.

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 31, 2008

Build confidence in children’s strengths. It will give them the confidence to tackle their weaknesses. Volunteering as a family is a powerful way to build self-esteem and establish a sense of community in yourself and your children. There are many resources that can help you improve your parenting skills.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 25, 2011

Use your skills in a productive way. Develop communication skills. Put your skills to work. Build your self-esteem and self-confidence. Make a difference. Find purpose. Enjoy a meaningful conversation. Connect with your community. Feel involved. Contribute to a cause that you care about. Do Your part.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 15, 2009

Increased self-esteem. Confidence. Tags: Admin Assistant Training Interpersonal Skills. The benefits of being assertive: · Reduced anxiety. · A feeling of control. Resolution of the situation. Less stress and wasted time. · You choose when to push a situation or not. Shows leadership. Send me your success story.

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Audacious Admin

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

In 2016, I began working with a woman who was a master-networker and I learned there is great value in learning this skill, and it is a skill. I improved my self-perception. There are numerous resources on how to improve networking skills. Practice confident body language. You need to OPEN THE DOOR.

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Office Dynamics

MARCH 12, 2015

Increases self-esteem. Builds confidence. • Again, use positive communication skills. Assertiveness is the way to go because it is the happy medium. You care about yourself and your care about others. Benefits of Being Assertive. Reduces anxiety. Provides a feeling of control. We get resolution of the situation.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 22, 2020

I wish I could remember which blogger gentleman wrote at length about this concept of your self esteem coming from more than one source. (I Don’t stake all your self confidence on one, narrow sliver of your humanity. So while this didn’t directly enhance my career, I had more fun with life skills everyone should have.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Impostor Syndrome reflects a belief that you are inadequate and, or incompetent despite evidence that you are skilled and successful. Also, self-sabotage happens often for people with Impostor Syndrome. Your confidence takes a tumble, or you feel shame when faced with a setback because you are not performing the way you would like.

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Bonnie Low-Kramen

OCTOBER 3, 2024

My classes are filled with mostly women who are ambitious, high achievers, and yet, often lack confidence in their own abilities. the CEO said that he had complete confidence that she would act as his surrogate. Never again will I allow attacks on my self-confidence and self-esteem, but I will never forget or deny how it feels.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 15, 2009

Increased self-esteem. Confidence. Be prepared that if you choose to be assertive, the other person may push back. Then what will you do or say? Learn from your experience. The benefits of being assertive: · Reduced anxiety. · A feeling of control. Resolution of the situation. Less stress and wasted time. · Shows leadership.

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Ian's Messy Desk

MAY 10, 2010

if that inner voice is telling you your blog posts are not well written, commit to taking a writing course to bolster your skills and confidence. Have a routine where you regularly work to boost your self confidence. Take time to review them, particularly when self-doubt is hammering away at you.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 11, 2008

You have such a great reputation, and I think my skills would be of great benefit to you. Keep confidences. Interviewers have to wonder if you'd blab company secrets or personnel confidences if they employed you. I'd be very happy to answer any questions you might have." "OK, Well, I just think it's a great company.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Self esteem, self acceptance, self confidence all start with “self.” We should unapologetically put ourselves first. If you are depleted or exhausted you aren’t good for anyone. Invest in yourself first. You are a priority in your own life.

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Men With Pens

NOVEMBER 29, 2009

Putting confidence into your copy almost to the point of arrogance is pretty powerful stuff, and it works out great for a lot of people. However, all too often this confidence turns to cockiness. If you’re still not sure, I’ll be honest – I’m probably not going to be able to help you yet, because this takes confidence on both sides.

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Bonnie Low Kramen

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Never again will I have to bear the attacks on my self confidence and self-esteem, but I will never forget how it feels. The enormity of the changes in the workplace has revealed significant skill gaps in the staff, especially in technology. I found my voice and I am not going to lose it again.

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