gender bias

Why Perception, Not Performance, Shapes the Administrative Profession

September 23, 2025

The administrative profession was once a highly respected, male-dominated field. Today, it’s 98% women—and that shift has dramatically altered perception, promotion, and recognition. Understanding this history is key...

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When Perception Shifts: Gender Bias in the Administrative Profession

September 4, 2025

Here’s a fact many forget. The role of secretary and administrator was originally male. It was highly respected, well paid, and considered a serious profession. Then came World...

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The Motherhood Penalty and the Assistant Profession

August 14, 2025

UK campaigner Joeli Brearley revealed this week that mothers earn 33% less than fathers — and in a profession that is 98% women, that matters. Too often, assistants...

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Funny or Flawed? Why ‘Lighthearted’ Job Ads for Assistants May Be Doing More Harm Than Good

April 23, 2025

From “read minds” to “make coffee with a PhD,” job ads for administrative professionals often try to be witty—but these seemingly humorous phrases can trivialize the role, reinforce...

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Why Language Matters: Rethinking How We Describe Assistants

March 31, 2025

Calling assistants “magicians” or “work wives” may seem harmless, but it can diminish the professional expertise they bring to their roles. These terms reinforce outdated stereotypes and overlook...

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