Assistants play a crucial role in the success of their organisations. Beyond administrative responsibilities, Assistants are often highly visible representatives of the executives and teams they support. This makes authenticity and values important components of a strong professional identity. Authenticity: The Foundation of Trust Authenticity is about being genuine and true to yourself. For an […]
Whenever we do good for others anonymously, our sense of intrinsic worth and self-respect increases. Studies have shown that our job satisfaction and performance is driven more by intrinsic motivators rather than monetary rewards or incentives. We can find small ways to perform some secret service at the office. Several years ago, one of my […]
Here are seven concrete examples showcasing how Assistants can strategically enable effective leadership through everyday actions. 1. Strategic Alignment After a quarterly board meeting, an Assistant distils a 70-page board pack into a three-page executive brief and an action log with owners and deadlines. They embed those deadlines in each leaderâs calendar and schedule a 10-minute âdecision […]
1. An Assistant Works WITH Their Manager FOR the Success of the Organisation This is the basis for any managerâAssistant relationship. Just like every other employee, an Assistant is there to enable the success of their organisation. It doesnât matter what âlevelâ people are at; they all bring different skills and qualities to the company which, together, […]
If you keep projects on track, spot risks before they explode, or calm a tense room with a single sentence, youâre doing far more than âsupport.â Youâre leading. Your email signature may read Assistant, but the influence you wield shapes decisions, culture, and results every single day. You are the leader behind the leader. How many times have you […]
Trust is the foundation of all powerful and successful partnerships. One of my most successful partnerships is with my loving husband, Rene. Weâve been blessed with a marriage that has withstood the test of time. Ironically, many of the same factors that create a successful marriage are the same factors that create a successful business […]
I was delivering a session to a room of senior executives when something struck me. Looking out at the audience, I noticed something telling: all the administrative professionals were sitting quietly at the back, taking notes, managing logistics, keeping everything running smoothly. But when it came to the Q&A? Complete silence. Not because they didnât […]
Recognition ripples through an organization like waves in a pond, touching every corner and leaving lasting impressions on company culture. While Employee Appreciation Day arrives on March 7, the most effective recognition strategies extend far beyond a single celebration.
Executive assistants play an indispensable role in the success of organizations, yet their contributions often go unacknowledged. The lack of recognition isnât just an oversightâit reflects a historical pattern of underappreciation that persists even as the profession evolves.
October 16 is approaching on the calendar, and with it comes a unique opportunity for executive assistants to strengthen professional relationships and showcase their strategic thinking. While Bossâs Day might seem like just another Hallmark holiday, savvy EAs recognize its potential as a powerful tool for career advancement and team building.