By Jodie Mears The phrase “strategic assistant” has been trending for the past year, and many administrative professionals are eager to claim the title. It’s showing up on LinkedIn profiles and job descriptions across industries. But let’s be honest: This idea isn’t new. The best assistants have always been strategic, long before the label became popular. […]
By Hiyam Abuguilah In a world filled with advice on how to succeed, thrive and live better, it’s tempting to follow in the footsteps of those who have “made it.” Countless self-help books, motivational speeches and social media posts provide formulas for success, whether in business, relationships or health. But the truth is, life is not […]
By Chi Chi Okezie The definition of mentoring is providing advice, helping a less experienced individual. Having a trusted advisor who guides you along the personal and professional paths within your profession can enhance every aspect of an assistant’s well-being. But have you ever considered having a networking mentor? A networking mentor is an individual who […]
“Who even has a one-on-one Executive Assistant these days?” That quote, pulled from a 2023 Wall Street Journal article, echoes a common belief: that executive support roles are becoming redundant thanks to AI and automation. But that narrative doesn’t hold up. In truth, the administrative profession is not only alive but rapidly evolving. Executive assistants are no […]
By Nekeisha F. Nelson In any office, administrative professionals are often the quiet force holding everything together—managing sensitive information, keeping executives on track and making decisions in real time. In doing so, they also play a key role in one of the most important areas of any organization: ethics. Whether you’re handling finances, maintaining calendars or […]
By Gemma Walton In recent years, the number of administrative professionals turning to self-employment and launching virtual assistant (VA) businesses has grown significantly. Yet, despite the rising demand for flexible support and remote admin expertise, many VAs still face credibility challenges. Too often, VA work is dismissed as a “side hustle” or something to fit in […]
Elevate your productivity. Let’s face it, between shifting work models and competing priorities, time can feel like it’s slipping through your fingers. But instead of blaming the calendar, what if you reframed how you think about time altogether? Make time a core value You can’t manage productivity without managing time. Yet most of us treat time […]
By Carole Spiers “Life isn’t a straight line. Everyone faces setbacks and disappointments at some point. The trick is learning how to bounce back and maybe even come out ahead.” My mother said this to me years ago, and I’ve returned to that wisdom time and again. She was right. Challenges are inevitable. Life has a […]
June’s approaching calendar flip signals more than just summer’s arrival—it marks a critical vantage point for strategic EA assessment. With half the year’s triumphs and challenges behind you, now is the perfect moment to harness those experiences for second-half excellence.
The numbers are in, and they tell a compelling story: Artificial intelligence has officially moved from a curious novelty to an essential tool for executive assistants nationwide. This surge represents both challenge and opportunity as the profession undergoes its most significant technological transformation in decades.
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