Category: Personal Development

Rapid research techniques and the “2-2-2” method.

Your role places you at the heart of organizational chaos, juggling multiple priorities, managing complex schedules and supporting high-level executives. This demanding career can take a toll on your mental health and puts you in a unique position to observe the well-being of those around you. This September, as we observe National Suicide Prevention Month, utilize these tailored strategies for maintaining your mental wellness and recognizing when colleagues might need support.

This summer has ushered in record temperatures across the country. Staying informed about workplace safety is crucial for an executive assistant, even if you may not have direct authority to implement changes. While your influence on company policies may be limited, being knowledgeable about heat-related risks can prove invaluable in emergencies or when opportunities to suggest improvements arise.

We know that some employers are not fully convinced that productivity and performance are at their desired level. They believe remote workers may be slacking off, and for good reason. Some staff are scamming their employers and hoping they don’t get caught. Here’s some of what is happening.

List templates in Sheets … getting rid of “buttons” in Docs … editing themes in Slides.

As an executive assistant, staying ahead of emerging trends is crucial for your professional growth and effectiveness. In July, we polled our Facebook and LinkedIn group pages, asking, “Which emerging trend do you think will most impact administrative professionals?” The answers are telling and provide a roadmap for what to anticipate and how to prepare.

Even the most diligent administrative professional can stumble upon minor mistakes—a mistyped email, a scheduling oversight, a forgotten task. While these missteps may be insignificant, they often trigger a wave of guilt and self-doubt that can be counterproductive to our growth and well-being. It’s time to reframe our perspective and embrace a more forgiving attitude towards these minor lapses.

Is there any way to link flagged emails to OneNote? … What is the best way to print a task list to use as a meeting handout?

As Lisa Olsen, senior executive assistant and speaker, shared at the recent Admin Pro Forum 2024, effective communication is crucial for administrative professionals looking to maximize their leadership potential. She opened with a quote from George Bernard Shaw: “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.”

If leaders want their companies to thrive, winging it will not work anymore. The saying “you have to spend money to make money” has never been truer.