Are you holding yourself back from stepping into more responsibility simply because you haven’t asked? Fear of rejection or feeling ‘above yourself’ can stop you from unlocking new opportunities. But growth happens outside of your comfort zone. Challenge yourself to ask for one thing you’ve hesitated to request—you might be surprised by the doors it opens.
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Stepping Beyond Comfort: How Taking Risks Elevates Administrative Professionals
Growth and resilience for administrative professionals often lie just beyond the comfort zone. It’s easy to stick to familiar tasks, but real progress comes when we embrace the unfamiliar. Jo Sedgwick, a PA who had never hosted a webinar, exemplified this by stepping up to celebrate the first anniversary of my book launch. By reaching out, taking the initiative, and pushing past her fears, Jo not only created a new opportunity for herself but also showcased the true potential of proactive, strategic talent in administration. Her story reminds us: the greatest opportunities often lie in the open waters, not the safety of the shore.
