Maria Scala is a legal assistant at Scarinci Hollenbeck, which has locations in New York, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. She started there a year and a half ago on the recommendation of a friend with whom she worked at another law firm.
Whatever the scope of your position as an administrative professional, it’s paramount to your success to be visible and show others how your goals benefit everyone. This is a key element in building respect with your boss and co-workers. Consider these five ideas to get you thinking in a new way about how you are earning respect in the workplace.
Q: “I would like to know how very brief jobs should be handled on a résumé. My most recent position was eliminated after I had been there only eight weeks. If I include it, employers may wonder why I left so quickly. But if I omit it, how do I explain why I left the preceding job?”
We often feel like we are running out of time and constantly working, so we never seem to have enough time to do the things we want. But Jason Womack, writing at Entrepreneur, argues that we aren’t factoring in our lack of focus, discipline or support. Use his tips to create time and get work done.
When trying to move up in your company, remember your abilities are not the only thing that get you promoted—respect from your peers and boss play a major part as well. Sam Becker, writing at CheatSheet, says gaining respect can start with simple changes to your behavior.