Being invited into leadership meetings is a milestone — but it’s what you do with that opportunity that really counts. As an assistant, your fresh perspective, people insight, and organisational visibility are exactly what leadership teams need. Don’t underestimate your voice — it might be the game-changer in the room.
Tag: strategic assistant
The Title Doesn’t Matter — The Impact Does
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 is evolving — and you deserve a seat at the centre of that transformation.
Why Trust Is the Most Powerful Productivity Tool for Executive Assistants
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 multipliers. Here’s why trust is the most important investment you can make in an assistant’s performance — and how to build it.
Top 10 Trends Shaping the Administrative Profession in 2025
From AI-driven automation to evolving job titles and flexible work models, 2025 is set to be a transformative year for administrative professionals. Discover the key trends that will redefine the role, expand skillsets, and create new opportunities for career growth and strategic impact.
What to Do When You’re Ready to Evolve—But Your Executive Isn’t
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 profession is in a definite state of evolution, with assistants taking on 30% more strategic work that adds greater value to their organisations. But what if your […]
The Silent Language: Mastering Body Language as an Executive Assistant
Effective communication goes beyond words. For executive assistants, mastering body language is key to understanding and anticipating your executive’s needs. Learn how to interpret subtle non-verbal cues to elevate your support and strengthen your working relationship.
Hollywood’s Harmful Stereotypes: How Film and TV Misrepresent the Modern Assistant
The portrayal of assistants in film and television has long relied on outdated tropes and exaggerated caricatures, undermining the reality of this highly skilled, strategic profession. It’s time to challenge these portrayals and recognize the true value administrative professionals bring to the modern workplace.