Breaking through the glass ceiling as an Assistant can feel daunting, especially in organizations where growth opportunities are limited. Many Assistants find themselves stuck in pay bands that don’t reflect their contributions, working for Executives who may not recognize their full potential or struggling to showcase their skills effectively. When
As Assistants, staying focused can be a challenge. Between constant distractions, interruptions, and the demands of helping Executives stay on track, it’s easy to lose focus on your own work. However, with the right strategies, you can improve your focus and productivity—even in the busiest environments. Here are some tips
You’ve likely heard the term “workflow” many times, especially if you’ve ever researched how to best manage your time or boost productivity. While workflows are commonly discussed in project management, they’re not always applied to how Assistants and their Executives work together—but they should be. Building effective workflows with your
There are a lot of critical responsibilities for Assistants. Throughout the day, Assistants have to handle so many different things, so their skills and tasks are incredibly varied. For new Assistants, it can be challenging to know where to start. Getting the basics right: Personal and Executive Assistant Key Tasks.
Today, the Assistant role is highly diverse. One day, you might assist one Executive with personal tasks; the next, you’re arranging business travel for someone else, managing a project, organizing a large event, or hiring new administrative staff. Assistants are pulled in many directions, making it crucial to be incredibly
Earlier this week, I read an article on how to stay motivated and establish routines that help maximize productivity as an Executive Assistant. Articles like these are a great resource for assistants and other office support staff because they offer helpful tips to simplify life both at work and home.
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