Tag: Meetings Management

Real Strategies for EAs When the Schedule Feels Unmanageable
Calendar Management
Nicky Christmas

Real Strategies for EAs When the Schedule Feels Unmanageable

If you’re looking for real strategies for EAs when the schedule feels unmanageable, you’re in the right place. If your Executive’s calendar feels like it’s running the show, you’re not alone. We’ve all had those weeks where your Executive walks into a meeting without knowing why they’re there, people don’t

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Managing Executive Meetings
Calendar Management
Nicky Christmas

The Complete Guide to Managing Executive Meetings

When it comes to managing Executive meetings, we know better than anyone that it’s not just about keeping a calendar full. It’s about shaping a day that drives results, reduces stress, and gives our Executives the space they need to lead effectively. If you’ve ever spent time chasing meeting agendas,

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Managing the One-to-One Meeting: A Guide for Executive Assistants
Meetings Management
Nicky Christmas

Managing the One-to-One Meeting: A Guide for Executive Assistants

As Executive Assistants, we know that the one-to-one meeting with our Executive is a cornerstone of effective collaboration. These meetings aren’t just another item on the calendar—they’re our opportunity to align priorities, tackle challenges, and make sure everything runs smoothly. Managing the one-to-one meeting is essential for: Alignment The one-to-one

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Speaking Up in Meetings in the Executive Assistant Role
Career Development
Nicky Christmas

Speaking Up in Meetings in the Executive Assistant Role

Speaking Up in Meetings in the Executive Assistant Role is a fundamental skill that plays a critical part in our day-to-day roles as Executive Assistants. Meetings serve as a platform for discussing ideas, making decisions, and sharing information. But let’s be honest—while many of us attend these meetings, not all

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Transforming Wasteful Meetings into Productive Ones
Meetings Management
Nicky Christmas

Transforming Wasteful Meetings into Productive Ones

We all know that transforming wasteful meetings into productive ones is one of the most impactful ways we can improve our day-to-day work as Executive Assistants. Meetings are essential for teams to collaborate, share ideas, make decisions, and move projects forward. But let’s be honest—so many meetings are poorly run, unproductive,

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Getting Minute-Taking Right
Meetings Management
Nicky Christmas

Getting Minute-Taking Right

Getting minute-taking right is a skill we all know can make or break a meeting’s success. As Executive Assistants, we’re often the ones behind the scenes, ensuring the details are captured and the action points are crystal clear. In this article, we’ll explore how to get minute-taking right every time,

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Organizing Excellent Virtual Meetings
Meetings Management
Nicky Christmas

Organizing Excellent Virtual Meetings

In recent years, organizing excellent virtual meetings has become an integral part of our professional lives. Whether we’re supporting remote teams or managing hybrid setups, being prepared and equipped with the right tools is essential for a smooth and successful virtual meeting. As Assistants, we’re often the ones ensuring everything

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The Assistant’s Role in Driving Focused Meetings
Meetings Management
Nicky Christmas

The Assistant’s Role in Driving Focused Meetings

The Assistant’s Role in Driving Focused Meetings, whether in-person or virtual, are the lifeblood of corporate communication. As Assistants, we know how pivotal our role is in ensuring that our Executive’s time is spent in a manner that is both effective and efficient. In this article, we will explore why

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Managing Productivity in Virtual Meetings
Meetings Management
Nicky Christmas

Managing Productivity in Virtual Meetings

Are you an Executive Assistant struggling with managing productivity in virtual meetings that your executive attends or that you organize for your team? As Assistants, our roles are often multifaceted — we’re responsible for supporting Executives and teams while ensuring workflows are efficient, schedules are effectively managed, and tasks are

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Five tips for effective communication in meetings
Interpersonal Skills
Nicky Christmas

Five Tips for Effective Communication in Meetings

Public speaking can be daunting, especially during meetings when you need to present on a specific topic. However, with practice and preparation, you can become more confident and well-versed in the subject you’re discussing. In this blog post, we’ll share Five Tips for Effective Communication in Meetings to help you

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