Think working late, replying to emails after hours, and pulling all-nighters will help you secure that promotion? Think again. Sleep is not a luxury. It is a biological necessity. No animal can function for long without sufficient sleep, yet humans are often determined to try. Sleep deprivation affects mood, creativity, judgment, decision-making, and overall health. […]
A consent agenda is a group of routine discussion points wrapped into one single agenda item. Robert’s Rules of Order also calls it a “consent calendar.” Having many discussion points grouped together allows the group to approve them all in one action, rather than having to approve them individually. What’s in a Consent Agenda? Typically, […]
I would like to share my 7 golden rules with you to make your meeting management efficient and productive. And by the way, this applies to in-person meetings as well. Meetings are designed to bring out each participant’s best ideas, and ground rules help you do this efficiently. This must be clearly communicated to each […]
Most baseball fans are familiar with the great Ted Williams, the Hall of Famer from the Boston Red Sox. Known as “the slugger”, he was once asked about his ‘natural ability” to hit the ball. He’s said to have replied, “There is no such thing as a natural born hitter. I became a good hitter […]
Time management is not only about setting up systems to process and prioritize work. It is about choosing the right work at the right time and avoiding work or distractions that sap your ability to get good work done. In considering how to best maximize your productivity, let’s think about self-management, priorities, energy levels, time […]
Are you choosing the right mindset for success? The word choose matters. You can choose your attitude, what you learn, where you work, and most importantly, your mindset. The brain responds positively to choice. It treats it as a reward, releasing feel good hormones that support stronger performance. In today’s volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous world, selecting […]
Do you want to communicate with confidence, keep audiences engaged, and finish with people wanting more? Strong public speaking is a career accelerator for Assistants and an essential skill when supporting executives.Here are 12 practical tips to elevate your impact. 1. Know Your Audience Understand who you are speaking to and what they expect. Research attendees in advance. […]
Embracing VUCA Prime enables Executive Assistants to move beyond a reactive stance and turn challenges into opportunities. Many of us have heard the term VUCA, especially in recent years amid COVID, geopolitical conflict, and economic instability. VUCA stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity. The concept was introduced in 1985 by Warren Bennis and Burt […]
Negotiation is part of the Assistant role, whether you are securing supplier rates, booking venues, or discussing compensation. Strengthening this skill builds confidence, effectiveness, and value for your organization. First, avoid common mistakes. Do not focus purely on price. Consider the bigger picture and overall value. Listen actively and respectfully so all perspectives are heard. […]
As an administrative professional, you hold everything and everyone together. That often includes planning events for executives, internal teams, and key stakeholders. Yet frustrations and roadblocks can make event planning feel unwelcome and, at times, almost unbearable. Without a clear sense of purpose, it is easy to feel powerless. You are not alone. Planning Without […]