Tag: Project Management

20 Projects that EAs can Manage
Business Strategy
Nicky Christmas

20 Projects that EAs can Manage

If you’ve ever organized a last-minute event, built out a travel itinerary with a dozen moving parts, or helped a new hire feel settled by lunchtime on day one, then you’ve already managed a project. We just don’t always call it that. As Executive Assistants, project management often shows up

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Agile Working for Executive Assistants
Productivity
Nicky Christmas

Agile Working for Executive Assistants

As Executive Assistants, we know that no two days are ever the same. One minute, we’re managing back-to-back meetings, and the next, we’re troubleshooting last-minute travel changes or handling an unexpected crisis with the kind of calm that deserves a medal! Our roles require us to be flexible, responsive, and

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Managing Multiple Projects
Productivity
Nicky Christmas

Managing Multiple Projects

Let’s face it, managing multiple projects can feel like constantly spinning plates. As Executive Assistants, we’re often expected to juggle tasks, anticipate challenges, and ensure everything runs smoothly—all while staying composed and professional. It’s no small feat, but we’ve got this. Managing multiple projects is a core skill every Executive

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The Four Key Elements for Project Success
Project Management
Nicky Christmas

The Four Key Elements for Project Success

Let’s face it—managing projects can be tricky, especially when we’re balancing a dozen other responsibilities at the same time. Whether we’re planning a big departmental event or rolling out a new process, The four key elements for project success can save us all a lot of headaches. In this article,

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How to Be an Exceptional Project Manager
Project Management
Nicky Christmas

How to Be an Exceptional Project Manager

How to Be an Exceptional Project Manager is a skill that has evolved over the years and continues to adapt to the changing dynamics of modern workplaces. As assistants, we know that project management often lands in our laps, whether it’s part of our official job title or just another

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Project Management
Nicky Christmas

How to Help your Executive Allocate Resources on Projects

Like most senior-level Executives, your boss will be involved in many different projects, making decisions and driving these initiatives forward. One of the most critical ways Executive Assistants can support their leaders is by helping to allocate resources on projects effectively. Whether managing people, time, budgets, or equipment, knowing how

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How to Ensure Your Admin Improvement Projects Stick
Project Management
Nicky Christmas

How to Ensure Your Admin Improvement Projects Stick

How often are we asked to streamline administrative processes without clear guidance or a roadmap? This is a common scenario for many Assistants. Managers might bring in professional consultants for large-scale business improvement projects, yet they often rely on their Assistants to revamp critical administrative workflows without proper instruction or

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