Power Skills for Administrative Assistants
News Flash! Soft skills are now being referred to as power skills. In recent articles and blogs from reputable sources in the training and the
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Understanding an Executive’s World
Can anyone who has not been an executive for a long time truly understand an executive’s world? As an executive assistant for 20 years, I
5 Must-Have Skills for Progressive Assistants
You are a top-performing, high-achieving assistant who has accomplished much. You have the fundamentals down pat and even demonstrate advanced skill sets. So where do
Supporting Your Executive—Your Sole Purpose
Note: While this blog refers to being in a physical office space, you can apply the concepts to a “working from home” situation. As executive
The Professional Puzzle – Becoming a Stellar Administrative Assistant
Becoming a stellar administrative assistant is the product of hard work, dedication, and a thoughtful approach. Continue reading…
15 Tips for Assistants on Staying Power
I am writing this blog on the eve of my 69th birthday! I wasn’t going to tell the hundreds of assistants who follow me that
Leadership Skills for Executive Assistants
I have always said, “You do not need to be a manager or senior executive to be a leader. Every executive assistant and administrator can
Family Values, Goals, Priorities
A “work” family is similar to a “home life” family in many ways. Both families should have shared values, identify their top priorities, have common
Living The BIG Life Principles
I’m wondering how many of you were reached with my BIG Life principles. I am curious if I clearly communicated what I mean by a
