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Rebecca Minkoff: ‘I Never Set Out to Be a Rule Breaker’

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If I had taken the safe route and always done as I was told, when I was told, where I was told, I’m pretty sure I would still be answering the phones at my father’s office in Florida. There’s nothing wrong with working for my dad or answering phones; it’s just not what I’m meant to do. Copyright © 2021 by Rebecca Minkoff.

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4 ways to make people feel valued at work, even when you’re not all together

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For example, here’s a recent email exchange I had with a client. If you just received a vague or confusing text or email, don’t be afraid to request a phone conversation or, if possible, a video or in-person meeting. Copyright © 2021 Erica Dhawan. (Go Me: Do you want to speak Wednesday or Thursday? Client: Yes. Published by St.

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What Kind of Leader Are You: A Fixer, Fighter or Friend?

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For example, over the course of my career I’ve occupied the role of Fixer and Friend at times, but the Fighter is my go-to theme.). You might, for example, decide that you have a Fixer culture, which will inform what kinds of culture-wide communication and behavior you should focus on changing. No example is too small.

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From Executive Assistant to CEO

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And then this too: Later, the phone rang. These working relationships are a perfect example of how much more the position of executive assistant can be and what that can lead to in the future. Mr. Allaire [Xerox’s President] wanted to see her in his office. She figured that it was not good news.

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5 Tech Tips That Help You Get Things Done Faster

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Copyright © 2011 Productivity Bits. 1: Use Cell Phone Scheduler / Organizer. This is a shame; since you carry your phone with you everywhere you go, you might as well use it to its full potential. Visit the original article at [link]. Guest Post. Just remember, ideas are useless unless you put them to practice!

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Safeguard Your Data with Google’s Two-Step Verification

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Copyright © 2011 Productivity Bits. What happens when you set up Two-Step verification is that every time you login on a new computer you will be asked to enter a verification code sent to your phone by SMS (text) or a voice call. In any of those cases, the hacker would need access to your phone, too. Guest Post. Not a problem.

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20 Tips for Better Time Management

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Phone ringing? When I’m doing important work, I also switch off my phone. For example, my work can be categorized into these core groups: (1) writing (articles, my upcoming book) (2) coaching (3) workshop development (4) business development (5) administrative. Or defer it to a later period. 12 – Block out distractions.