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 […]
Email management remains one of the most challenging aspects of supporting high-level executives. When your executive receives hundreds of messages daily, having a streamlined system becomes not just helpful but essential. Here’s a comprehensive approach that transforms chaotic inboxes into organized command centers.
Do you realize the significant influence you have in advancing sustainability within your organization? While executives and sustainability specialists often receive recognition for green initiatives, your daily decisions and actions play a crucial role in transforming organizational culture and operations toward greater environmental responsibility. Here are some ways you can leverage your unique position to make a meaningful impact.
AI tools are rapidly changing the workplace landscape, and Microsoft 365 Copilot represents one of the most significant developments for administrative professionals. This AI assistant is designed to work within familiar Microsoft applications, potentially reducing manual tasks and streamlining workflows.
A well-organized Bring Your Child to Work Day can be a memorable experience for employees and their families—provided it doesn’t disrupt the work that needs to get done. As an executive assistant, you’ll likely be at the center of making sure the event is engaging for kids, smooth for employees and aligned with company culture.
As a new administration takes office, executive assistants face the critical task of helping their organizations adapt to shifting federal policies. Here’s how to transform policy tracking from a reactive scramble into a strategic advantage.
Note-taking made easier, inserting printouts and dynamically creating tables.
Turning off “helpful” features and customizing page breaks.