Adaptability Quotient (AQ) is a measure of how well someone can adjust to change, bounce back from setbacks, and thrive in dynamic environments. This is beyond being flexible and more about being resilient, forward-thinking, and future-ready. Itâs your ability to navigate uncertainty, embrace new tools or processes, pivot when the priorities shift (again), and stay grounded and effective […]
Remember, meeting commitments is a continuous process that requires effort and dedication. By following these strategies consistently, you can increase your chances of fulfilling your commitments successfully. 1. Be realistic Agree on achievable commitments that match your abilities, resources, and available time. Donât over-commit by setting unrealistic expectations. 2. Plan and prioritize Create a detailed plan defining […]
Many of us have mornings that are a frantic rush; a cortisol-spiking slam into the beginning of our day. This cycle on repeat is disastrous on many health metrics, including hormone health, metabolism, and cognitive function. But we could add just a few tiny strategies that slow our morning roll and set us up for peak performance. Below is a list […]
Is your sharp judgment blurring by afternoon? Thatâs decision fatigue. Recent science confirms itâs hitting professionals globally, eroding quality decision-making and healthy cognitive load. ⯠Do you: A 2025 systematic review of 82 studies found these patterns cut decision quality in 45% of cases. Decision fatigue doesnât announce itself with fanfare. It sneaks in as an âoffâ day that stays for weeks! ⯠Whatâs Happening in […]
One of the essential skills in ensuring we future proof ourselves as Assistants is critical thinking. We often see this as a skill only attributed to highly qualified executives; however, as time has proven and as our profession advances, this is a skill we all need to level up on to remain relevant and resilient. The Oxford Dictionary explains critical thinking as âthe objective analysis and evaluation of an […]
We all have regrets â those lost opportunities and possibilities that may have turned up on our doorstep but then we let them go. We were either too busy to seize the opportunity or didn’t think it was the right time to take advantage of them. Whatever the reason, the point is that we let them go by, and then it was too late to go back or start all […]
I will share with you the reasons why being busy is killing your career development and what you can do about it.⯠I invite you to approach these answers like a strategist, like an executive, not like a hungry wolf scared their dinner will be taken away.⯠1.âŻTheâŻScience ofâŻBusyness⯠The primary function of the brain is to keep us […]
1. Donât Check Your Email First Itâs very tempting to check email first thing in the morning.⯠Itâs the prevailing culture these days. Most of us check email first thing when we get to work. Some even check it before they get to work. And some check it even before they get out of bed! Youâve probably been checking email âfirst thingâ […]
Why Effective Decision-Making Matters Every decision, whether selecting a supplier, preparing a board report, managing diaries, or streamlining processes, shapes outcomes. Effective decisions: Rather than seeing decisions as obstacles, you can approach them with clarity, intention, and structure. The IDEAL Decision Model Adapted from well-known problem-solving methods, the IDEAL model provides a simple, repeatable framework for tackling decisions of any size. […]
Hearing the word âdownsizingâ or ârestructuringâ often leads to fear of losing oneâs job. Personally, I have been laid off several times from small to large size organizations. At the time of writing this article, I was laid off again for the fourth time in my career. Whether the organization is based in the US or internationally, it is never easy to go through this experience. However, Iâm here to let you know you are not alone. Let […]