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Category: Culture & Events
Breaking Down Silos: Building a United and Strategic Assistant Team
Administrative teams often struggle to gain recognition because they work in silos rather than as a cohesive unit. Lack of communication, competing agendas, and isolated efforts create inefficiencies and limit impact. By fostering open communication, shared goals, and a culture of trust, assistant teams can transform into strategic powerhouses that earn the respect and influence they deserve.
Executive Support: 35 Years On and Still Fighting the Same Battles?
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.
What Wicked Taught Me About Leadership, Bravery, and Owning Your Voice
After seeing Wicked in the West End, I couldn’t help but reflect on how much this show mirrors real life—especially for women navigating leadership, bravery, and finding the courage to speak up. From Glinda’s charm to Elphaba’s defiance, there’s something powerful we can all take away. If you haven’t seen it yet, I highly recommend it!
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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.