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5 Ways Women Can Support Each Other at Work

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More than having a system in place for when things go bad—like ‘filing with HR and hiring a lawyer’ bad—women’s networks also know things, such as how best to navigate your workplace as a woman. Women supporting women don’t fall into the gossip trap. Humans love gossip. They might say they’ve never experienced sexism.

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Why My Imperfections Are My Greatest Strengths

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We dub them “rude” in our mental filing cabinet, perhaps conflating social anxiety or a bad day with “rude.” We carry this type of defining language into our professional lives, using terms like the “office gossip” or the “brown-noser.”. It helps us keep our footing and makes us feel in control. I’m a people pleaser.

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Dignity and Privacy in the Workplace

On The Job

Most of us have been guilty of it a time or two: Trying to get a peek at the confidential files on the boss’s desk, or perhaps gossiping with a trusted co-worker about another employee’s performance problems. Workers have been fired for everything from discussing salaries to gossiping about romantic relationships. del.icio.us.

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Dealing with confidential paperwork

Practically Perfect PA

The last thing you want is for a confidential file left on the back seat of an Uber! You should also ask the recipient of the document to sign a register so that you have proof of receipt in case any documents go missing. If you are transporting highly confidential documents make sure you use a trusted and reliable courier service.

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A PA’s guide to confidentiality

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Confidential emails and digital files. When sending sensitive emails, mark them as ‘confidential’ in the email options tab, and encrypt any attached files. Regularly sort through your emails (inbox and sent drive) and your files, and make sure that everything is suitably hidden and protected. Confidential documents.

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Helping Your Executive Maintain A Competitive Edge

Office Dynamics

Resist the temptation to gossip or complain. Keep accurate records and files; tracks times for follow-up. Send links to articles that may be of interest to your executive. Be A Professional Agent Of Your Company. Create good feeling with everyone. Express a friendly attitude in all business dealings. Be a source of events and news.

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PA Confidential

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b) Encrypt any attached files. c) Move the emails from your sent file into a secure location. Every week or two have a good sort through your online files (email and shared drive). Also it is good practice to delete your temporary files on a regular basis. Confidential Paperwork .

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