There are so many titles floating around our profession that I am loath to add yet another one, but one that keeps catching my attention is “Founder Associate.” It’s being used more and more in start-ups and scale-ups, often described as the founder’s “right hand.” Sound familiar? It should. But here’s the difference. A senior […]
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The 21 Office Nightmares Only an Assistant Will Understand 👻
They say ghosts aren’t real — but every assistant knows better. From resurrected projects to haunted calendars, the admin world has its own kind of horror story. This Halloween, clutch your coffee and prepare for 21 office nightmares that will make every EA shudder with recognition. What would you add to the list?
Founder Associate or Executive Assistant — Which One Feels Like Home?
A new title is emerging in the world of executive support: Founder Associate. Common in start-ups and scale-ups, it mirrors many of the same skills as a senior assistant — influence, prioritisation, and execution — but operates in a world without structure. While assistants bring order to complexity, Founder Associates thrive in chaos, building systems from the ground up. Both roles demand intelligence and courage, but the key question is: do you want to work within a system or build one?
Founder Associate or Executive Assistant — Which One Feels Like Home?
A new title is emerging in the world of executive support: Founder Associate. Common in start-ups and scale-ups, it mirrors many of the same skills as a senior assistant — influence, prioritisation, and execution — but operates in a world without structure. While assistants bring order to complexity, Founder Associates thrive in chaos, building systems from the ground up. Both roles demand intelligence and courage, but the key question is: do you want to work within a system or build one?