Executive Support Insights

Administrative Profession Strategic Business Partner March 19, 2025

Maximizing Productivity: The Power of Proper Assistant-to-Executive Ratios

Delegation is key to business efficiency, but it only works when assistant-to-executive ratios are properly balanced. Overloading assistants leads to burnout, decreased efficiency, and bottlenecks in productivity. A well-utilized assistant is an investment—ensuring executives focus on high-impact decisions while maintaining quality and efficiency. Leaders must actively monitor these ratios to create an environment where both executives and assistants can thrive.

Administrative Profession Strategic Business Partner March 18, 2025

Your Assistant is Not ‘Just an Assistant’—They’re a Subject Matter Expert

Administrative professionals are more than support staff—they are highly skilled Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) essential to business success. From optimizing workflows and managing communication to mastering technology and handling confidential information, assistants possess expertise that ensures seamless operations. Their ability to think strategically, adapt to change, and solve problems makes them invaluable assets in any organization.

Administrative Profession Goal Setting Strategic Business Partner March 17, 2025

Making a Business Case for Change: How to Get Buy-In for Your Ideas

Want to take on more responsibility, become more strategic, or implement changes in your role? The key to success is framing your request as a business case, focusing on the benefits to your executive and the organization—not just what’s in it for you. By demonstrating business acumen and aligning your proposal with company priorities, you increase the chances of getting buy-in and positioning yourself as a strategic asset.

Administrative Profession Goal Setting Strategic Business Partner March 14, 2025

From ‘Just an Assistant’ to Strategic Partner: Shifting Your Mindset for Success

Feeling overlooked and frustrated in your role as an assistant? The first step to change starts with you. Shifting from a reactive to a proactive mindset, aligning with your executive’s goals, and thinking strategically can transform how you’re perceived. This article explores key mindset shifts and practical steps to help assistants become valued members of the core business. Ready to step out of your comfort zone and take charge of your career? The magic happens when you do.

Administrative Profession Strategic Business Partner March 13, 2025

The Power of a 10-Minute Daily Meeting: Maximizing Assistant-Executive Efficiency

The most important meeting of the day? A simple 10-minute daily check-in between an assistant and their executive. This quick but powerful meeting ensures alignment, improves communication, and allows assistants to be proactive without wasting valuable time. Covering calendar updates, priorities, and key tasks daily enhances efficiency and prevents unnecessary disruptions. Learn how this short but strategic meeting can transform productivity for both assistants and executives.

Administrative Profession Strategic Business Partner March 12, 2025

The Hidden Costs of Overloading Assistants: Why Fewer Managers Lead to Greater Efficiency

Assigning too many managers to a single assistant might seem like a cost-saving measure, but it often results in burnout, decreased productivity, and higher turnover. When assistants are overloaded, both they and their managers suffer, leading to missed deadlines, lower work quality, and costly recruitment cycles. This article explores why realistic assistant-to-manager ratios are essential for efficiency and how organizations can strike the right balance to maximize performance and job satisfaction.

Administrative Profession AI & Automation Strategic Business Partner March 11, 2025

Why Assistant Training Matters: The Top 12 Most In-Demand Skills

Many organizations underestimate the need for specialized training for assistants, assuming basic software courses are enough. However, the role is evolving rapidly, requiring skills like leadership, AI tools, project management, and financial acumen. This article highlights the top 12 most requested training areas for assistants in 2024 and offers guidance on how to request professional development opportunities. Ready to elevate your skills? Now’s the time to invest in your growth.

Culture & Events Goal Setting March 10, 2025

Don’t Wait for ‘Later’: Live Your Dreams Now

With an average life expectancy of 76.33 years for women in the U.S. and retirement set at 67, that leaves just 9.33 years to fully enjoy life—if you’re in good health. So why wait? Are you chasing what truly makes you happy, or are your dreams on hold for ‘later’? This article is a call to action: embrace the present and start living your dreams today.

Administrative Profession AI & Automation Strategic Business Partner March 7, 2025

Embracing Change: The Key to Thriving as a Modern-Day Assistant

The administrative profession is evolving rapidly, and those who embrace change will thrive. While some assistants resist these shifts, hoping to stay in their comfort zones, the reality is that adaptability is key to staying relevant and impactful. From moving beyond reactive tasks to mastering new technologies, every change presents an opportunity for growth. Let’s support each other through this transformation—share your stories of adaptation, success, and resilience. Together, we are shaping the future of this

Administrative Profession Strategic Business Partner March 6, 2025

From Support to Strategic Partner: Embracing the ‘Us’ Mindset

Want to be seen as an administrative business partner instead of just ‘support’? Shift your mindset from ‘Them and I’ to ‘Us and We.’ Successful organizations recognize that EAs are crucial partners in achieving business objectives. By working with your executive rather than for them, you build trust, enhance communication, and contribute strategically. The result? Greater impact, professional growth, and a stronger, more respected partnership.