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maintain control of all aspects of your job?” Also, ask what their
management style is with their direct reports. This will give you a

good picture of how they would work with an Assistant.

Adapt and Evolve

Whether it’s brainstorming with co-workers, submitting

your ideas in writing or tackling several tasks at once, approach new

ways of doing things as a learning experience that could help you
improve your skills. It may be challenging, but you just might find

yourself stretching yourself beyond what you thought were your
limits. And that is not a bad thing. If you are struggling to adapt, but

are committed to success, there are “third party” or “Executive”
coaches you may consult to help you hone the skills needed to

achieve your goals.

Stay Classy

If your Manager or their management style becomes the
topic of conversation with co-workers, strongly resist the urge to join

in the banter. Whether legitimate or not, discussions regarding any
Manager or supervisor with other employees could result in dire

consequences. And besides, you are better than that. Any issues (no
matter the employee) should be discussed directly with the Manager,

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