Category: Self-Assessment
As the new year unfolds, discussions about self-evaluations naturally take center stage in offices and virtual collaboration spaces. For executive assistants, navigating this process requires a tailored approach that aligns with the unique responsibilities of the role. Hereâs a comprehensive guide to help you confidently articulate your achievements and set meaningful goals during this self-reflection period.
Workers in office environments are especially vulnerable. Try to be aware of signs of repetitive strain injury in yourself and your colleagues and correct them early on.
It can be tough to embrace this part of your job, but self-assessment should really be something you look forward to. Here are some things to remember.
You are a top-performing, high-achieving assistant who has accomplished much. So where do you go from here? What might be missing from your bag of skills?
Itâs simply a given that leaders carefully set and monitor lofty goals, and itâs an accepted trope of managerial culture that we encourage others to do the same. But itâs important to examine the possible downsides of relentless goal-setting.
You know youâre reliable. But that doesnât count for much unless people have faith in your follow-through. The more they perceive you as someone who stands by what she says, the more theyâll trust you to deliver on your promises.
Do you think youâve acquired enough wisdom to make it through all 10 of these questions without a single slipup?
You may be excited for the opportunity to do something newâand showcase your talentsâbut just make sure that it doesnât end up being a big waste of your time and energy. Follow these tips.
Next time youâre preparing for a moment in the spotlight, rehearse in front of a video camera. Then view the video, staying as objective as possible. âPeople will judge you by your appearance and your body language. And theyâll do it quickly,â says Carol Kinsey Goman, executive coach and author of The Nonverbal Advantage.
As you go through your career, you’ll learn that every workplace has its own set of characters. But some types are better than others—and some are so bad no one wants to work with them.