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The Title Doesn’t Matter — The Impact Does

June 17, 2025

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...

Administrative Profession AI & Automation Strategic Business Partner

Why Trust Is the Most Powerful Productivity Tool for Executive Assistants

June 12, 2025

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...

Administrative Profession Partnership Strategic Business Partner

10 Essential Books for Executive Assistants Preparing for the Future

June 11, 2025

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...

Administrative Profession AI & Automation Goal Setting Strategic Business Partner

Let’s Clear This Up: The Chief of Staff Is Not a “Promoted EA” Role

June 10, 2025

Confusion between the Executive Assistant and Chief of Staff roles is harming both professions. The Chief of Staff isn’t a next-step title for EAs—it’s a distinct, high-level role...

Administrative Profession Goal Setting Partnership Strategic Business Partner

What an Executive Assistant Is — And What They Definitely Are Not

May 28, 2025

It’s time to set the record straight. Executive Assistants are not glorified secretaries or back-office helpers — they’re strategic partners, problem-solvers, and key players in business success. This...

Administrative Profession Partnership Strategic Business Partner

What to Do When You’re Ready to Evolve—But Your Executive Isn’t

May 26, 2025

One of the questions that I’ve been asked most this year is, what you should do when you are ready to evolve but your executive isn’t. The administrative...

Administrative Profession Goal Setting Partnership Strategic Business Partner

Executive Support: 35 Years On and Still Fighting the Same Battles?

May 23, 2025

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,...

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From Assistant to Administrative Business Partner: Why the Words We Use Matter

April 24, 2025

As the role of administrative professionals continues to evolve, so must the language we use to describe them. The shift from “assistant” to “administrative business partner” reflects a...

Administrative Profession Culture & Events Strategic Business Partner

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