While clearing out some office shelves this week, I stumbled across Volume 1, Issue 1 of Executive Secretary Magazine—the very first edition, published in 1989. The topics? Technology, partnership working, assertiveness, and stress. Sound familiar? Thirty-five years later, the landscape may have changed, but the challenges remain strikingly similar. A timely reminder of how far we’ve come—and how far we still have to go.
Category: Administrative Profession
Thriving Under Pressure: How Executive Assistants Can Succeed in a Fast-Paced Workplace
If the pace of work feels like it’s constantly accelerating, you’re not alone. For executive assistants, thriving in a high-speed environment requires smart planning, tech-savviness, and resilience. These practical strategies will help you stay focused, productive, and well—without burning out.
The Silent Language: Mastering Body Language as an Executive Assistant
Effective communication goes beyond words. For executive assistants, mastering body language is key to understanding and anticipating your executive’s needs. Learn how to interpret subtle non-verbal cues to elevate your support and strengthen your working relationship.
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🌟 Unlocking Potential: Why Executives Need Assistants 🌟
An executive without an assistant is a high-value asset working below their potential. When assistants are positioned as strategic partners, the return is exponential. This post explores how the right support unlocks executive performance—and why it’s time businesses stop seeing assistants as optional.
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Why Smart Businesses Are Prioritising Development Over Pay Rises—and How You Can Benefit
As economic pressures mount, many businesses are opting to invest in employee learning and development instead of salary increases. Here’s why—and how you can turn this trend into a growth opportunity for your career.
How Automation Is Empowering Assistants to Become Strategic Partners
Automation isn’t about replacing assistants—it’s about freeing them from repetitive tasks to focus on strategic work that delivers real business value. Assistants who embrace automation tools are elevating their roles and becoming indispensable partners to their executives.
Mean Girl Behaviour Has No Place in the Office: Stand Up to Workplace Bullying
If you dread Monday mornings because of toxic workplace dynamics, you’re not alone—and you’re not overreacting. Bullying, exclusion, and cliques aren’t just schoolyard issues; they cause real harm in professional environments. It’s time to speak up, stand together, and make it stop.
Are You Ready to Step Into Your Full Potential as an Assistant? It Starts with a Growth Mindset
Stepping into your full potential as an assistant requires grit, adaptability, and a growth mindset—the belief that your abilities can evolve through effort and learning. Here’s how embracing this mindset can elevate your impact and career.