You’ve got a full to-do list, tight deadlines and clear priorities, yet somehow that rock wall in your garden, your cluttered inbox or the unsorted photo files on your iCloud keep winning your attention. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Procrastination affects everyone, including the most experienced admin professionals. The good news? With practical strategies and […]
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 Reto Leder At the heart of every impactful event lies one crucial element: a clear, compelling purpose—its raison d’être. More than a gathering of people, an event is a platform for connection, communication and transformation. Without a clearly defined purpose, even the most beautifully planned event risks falling flat. What is a raison d’être? The raison d’être—French […]
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 […]
By Julie Perrine If you’re handling recurring tasks—and let’s face it, most assistants are—you don’t need to start from scratch every time. Whether it’s planning travel, prepping weekly meetings or sending monthly reports, every repeatable task is an opportunity to work smarter. That’s where templates and project plans come in. Creating templates isn’t just about saving […]
“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 […]