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Category: Strategic Business Partner
Assistants Shouldn’t Have to Beg for the Bare Minimum
If assistants are being forced to fight for access, respect, or basic development opportunities, the problem isn’t them — it’s the system. It’s time to stop normalising exclusion and start recognising assistants as the strategic partners they are.
When Passion Meets a Pay Ceiling: The Hidden Cost of Undervaluing Assistants
What message are we sending when high-performing assistants are told the only way to earn more is to leave the work they love? This isn’t about lack of impact — it’s about lack of recognition. It’s time to change the system so excellence doesn’t lead to a dead end.
You’re the New Voice in the Room — Here’s Why That Matters
Being invited into leadership meetings is a milestone — but it’s what you do with that opportunity that really counts. As an assistant, your fresh perspective, people insight, and organisational visibility are exactly what leadership teams need. Don’t underestimate your voice — it might be the game-changer in the room.
The Title Doesn’t Matter — The Impact Does
It’s not about whether you’re called an Executive Assistant, Admin Business Partner, or something else entirely. What matters is that you’re empowered, equipped, and respected. The administrative profession is evolving — and you deserve a seat at the centre of that transformation.
Invited to a Leadership Meeting for the First Time? Here’s How to Show You Belong
You’ve earned a seat at the table — not just to take notes, but to contribute meaningfully. Whether it’s your first time in a leadership meeting or you want to make a stronger impact, these tips will help you prepare, participate, and follow up like a pro.
Take Charge of Your Career: How to Create Your Personal Roadmap to Success
Your career won’t build itself. If you don’t take control, no one else will. A career roadmap helps you define where you want to go and how to get there with clarity, purpose, and actionable steps. Here’s how to take ownership of your professional future — starting today.
Why Trust Is the Most Powerful Productivity Tool for Executive Assistants
Trust doesn’t just enhance the EA/Executive relationship — it transforms it. When assistants are trusted, they step into their full potential as strategic partners, problem solvers, and force multipliers. Here’s why trust is the most important investment you can make in an assistant’s performance — and how to build it.
10 Essential Books for Executive Assistants Preparing for the Future
From deep focus and habit-building to leadership, influence, and AI readiness, these 10 books are must-reads for Executive Assistants looking to elevate their skills, expand their influence, and position themselves as strategic business partners.