When planning a business event, the choice of catering style does more than satisfy hunger. It sets the tone for networking, influences the atmosphere, and shapes how attendees experience the event. The right service style can encourage meaningful conversations, create a sense of community, and leave guests with lasting memories. For Assistants tasked with event […]
For assistants managing executives with demanding travel schedules, success comes down to planning, precision, and foresight. As someone who spends most of the year on the road, I know how much difference a well-organized trip can make. Your goal isn’t just to get your executive from point A to B, it’s to maximize time, minimize […]
Event planning has become a regular part of an administrative professional’s job description. Whether it’s an executive retreat, team offsite, or client-facing conference, assistants are often asked to juggle the logistics, vendors, and deadlines that make these events successful. To better understand the unique challenges assistants face, Trafo Baden partnered with Executive Support Media to […]
As administrative professionals, productivity is often seen as part of our DNA. We proudly highlight it on rĂ©sumĂ©s and emphasize it in interviews. Yet, productivity is often misunderstood. Many of us equate it with “doing more, faster,” when in reality, true productivity is about creating space for health, balance, and wellbeing. Unfortunately, the “more in […]
Big projects require big thinking, but that doesn’t mean they’re out of reach for assistants. Whether you’re planning an office event or supporting a multi-department rollout, adopting a project mindset can make all the difference. During my career, I’ve worked on major projects like the London 2012 Olympic Games and Crossrail. While the scale might […]
Change is part of every workplace – whether it’s a new system rollout, leadership transition, or day-to-day process updates. And as an assistant, you’re not just watching change happen around you – you’re often at the center of it. So, how can you play an active role in helping your leaders and teams manage change […]
Planning events is one of the most dynamic and rewarding parts of the assistant’s role, but it’s also one of the most high-pressure. You’re expected to deliver a seamless, showstopping experience and keep everyone safe while doing it. Juggling the “wow factor” with health and safety compliance can feel like walking a tightrope. But here’s the bottom […]
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 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 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 […]