The Financial Times recently spotlighted Chiefs of Staff as “the invisible ones running the world’s biggest companies.” But for many in the administrative profession, that description feels familiar. Senior Executive Assistants have long operated at the intersection of strategy, communication, and leadership — often without the title or recognition. The rise of the Chief of Staff doesn’t replace the EA role; it expands the ecosystem of executive support, redefining partnership at the highest levels.
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The Rise of the Chief of Staff — and What It Means for Executive Assistants
The Financial Times recently spotlighted Chiefs of Staff as “the invisible ones running the world’s biggest companies.” But for many in the administrative profession, that description feels familiar. Senior Executive Assistants have long operated at the intersection of strategy, communication, and leadership — often without the title or recognition. The rise of the Chief of Staff doesn’t replace the EA role; it expands the ecosystem of executive support, redefining partnership at the highest levels.
The One Question That Transforms an Assistant Into a Strategic Partner
Most assistants master the how, what, where, when, and who — but the most powerful question of all is why. Asking why elevates you from task-focused to strategy-driven, helping you see the bigger picture, anticipate needs, and align your work with organisational goals.
Clarity Isn’t a Perk — It’s Mental Wellbeing
Unclear expectations drain more energy than long hours ever could. When your role shifts with every mood or reorganisation, burnout follows. Clear roles protect your mind the way boundaries protect your time — and that’s why the Global Skills Matrix matters. This World Mental Health Day, add your voice and help redefine what clarity looks like for assistants everywhere.
Your Gifts Were Never Small: Why Soft Skills Are Now Core Skills
Every assistant is born with unique gifts — intuition, empathy, foresight, diplomacy — yet too often, those strengths are dismissed as “soft.” The truth? In a world of AI and automation, these human skills are more vital than ever. When you use them boldly, you don’t just shine — you help others find their light too.
Your Gifts Were Never “Soft Skills”
Every assistant has unique gifts — calm under pressure, empathy, intuition, foresight — yet too often they’re dismissed as “soft skills.” But these are not soft; they’re powerful, essential, and increasingly irreplaceable in the age of AI. When you use your gifts boldly, you don’t just grow stronger — you give others permission to do the same.
Why Scaling Organisations Need Assistants to Reinforce Discipline
Scaling from £10M to £100M isn’t about complexity—it’s about discipline. Clarity, rhythm, standards, and simplicity are what drive growth. Assistants already deliver this discipline daily, making them indispensable partners in scaling organisations.