Let’s be honest – when your day is back-to-back meetings, project deadlines, and managing 101 requests, movement isn’t exactly top of mind. But ignoring your body for hours on end doesn’t just lead to a stiff neck or sore back. It can impact your mood, focus, and even long-term health. If you’ve ever hit the […]
Ever feel like balancing work and life is an impossible dream? Here’s a little secret: Sometimes, you just have to let go. We live in a world where we’re constantly pushed to “do it all,” squeezing 20 hours of work into an eight-hour day. It’s not just unrealistic; it’s downright harmful to our well-being. A […]
Your CV isn’t just a document, it’s your professional pitch, your highlight reel and your first chance to show hiring managers that you’re more than “just” an assistant. In fact, at the C-suite or board level, your CV should read like a well-prepared board paper: sharp, polished and packed with strategic value. In a hiring […]
Quick, think back to July 2010. Where were you living? Were you studying or working? What dreams did you have? How would you describe the July 2010 version of yourself? You’ve changed a lot since then, haven’t you? The world has changed, too. Things we take for granted like Instagram and Zoom didn’t exist in […]
Ditch the sugar-coating—give feedback that helps, not hinders. It might feel polite to soften criticism, but sugar-coated feedback does more harm than good. When you blur the truth, your colleague or direct report misses the chance to grow, and you risk confusion, resentment and repeated mistakes. Think back: Have you ever left a feedback conversation unclear […]
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 […]
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