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Leveraging Up!

When you think about it, often when employees begin to
underperform, you can track the behavior to a feeling that they are

not appreciated or inadequate. If that is the problem, expressing

appreciation and encouragement is a great way to solve their lack of
motivation.

Setting Smaller Goals is a solution for when you have identified that

an employee is feeling overwhelmed or that expectations may be a

bit lofty. By working with them to develop manageable goals, it not
only communicates that you are aware and care, but it also helps

them to mentally accomplish a goal in bite-sized pieces.

Incentives are always a fun and creative way to motivate your team

– especially if you do it on a budget. You don’t have to spend a lot of
money to make a big impact. A small budget is sometimes better as

it forces you to release your creativity, making the event more
enjoyable for you and fun for the team. Creating contests with fun

prizes will spice up the work week and give the employees something
to re-focus on.

Positivity - As an Administrative Professional, you are the beacon
that guides your office into a positive mental space. Many will confide

in you, ask for your advice, and come to you for comfort – so it is

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