Category: Work/Life Balance
When the opportunity to work a flexible, part-time job share appeared, it was one of the best surprises of my career. After more than 30 years as an administrative professional, I wanted to stay connected to the field while pursuing teaching. But I needed flexibility, stability, and meaningful work. I wasn’t sure that combination existed-until […]
Burnout is not just about exhaustion. It is about the gradual erosion of your energy, resilience, and confidence until you reach a point where you can no longer function. For executive support professionals, who often pride themselves on being able to “handle it all,” the risks are especially high. To illustrate, let me share the […]
Let’s be honest – when your day is back-to-back meetings, project deadlines, and managing 101 requests, movement isn’t exactly top of mind. But ignoring your body for hours on end doesn’t just lead to a stiff neck or sore back. It can impact your mood, focus, and even long-term health. If you’ve ever hit the […]
By Hiyam Abuguilah In a world filled with advice on how to succeed, thrive and live better, it’s tempting to follow in the footsteps of those who have “made it.” Countless self-help books, motivational speeches and social media posts provide formulas for success, whether in business, relationships or health. But the truth is, life is not […]
Taking sick days shouldn’t induce anxiety, yet many executive assistants struggle with stepping away when their bodies need rest most.
The back-to-school season brings a flurry of activity and new challenges for working parents. As an executive assistant, balancing your professional responsibilities with your children’s school schedules can be daunting. Thankfully, many of the talents and skills you’ve developed as an EA can help you navigate this area. Here are some strategies to consider that may help you manage this busy period effectively.
Work-related stress is widespread in today’s fast-paced world, which is likely something admins can attest to personally.
The issue is well worth monitoring if you are an executive assistant or administrative assistant, not only to understand your own benefits, but also because work colleagues may ask you about it when they might be afraid to ask others.
We’ve been reading conflicting analyses about the PUMP Act, which was included as Division KK in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023. The PUMP Act requires employers to accommodate nursing mothers. If we’re still reading conflicting analyses, you may be, too. So it’s time to set the record straight. One-year accommodation for nursing mothers Both the […]
Discovering how to get a better match between what your job requires of you and the tools you have to complete your duties can cure burnout, writes Christina Maslach, a retired professor of psychology at U.C. Berkeley and the co-author of a new best-seller, The Burnout Challenge: Managing People’s Relationships with Their Jobs.