The value of enabling growth for everyone.
As a Business Manager in the Public Sector, my evolution from an Executive Assistant (EA) to a leadership role has underscored the vital role business support plays in communication. […]
Embracing Diversity and Growth: No one is ‘just’ an Administrator!
As a proud resident of Luton, my journey (to date) has been full of diverse cultures and varied experiences. Raised in a family reflecting a blend of white British, Guyanese, and Portuguese heritage, I learned early on the value of embracing differences and cherishing the beauty of cultural diversity. Guided by the wisdom of my [...]
Embracing Empowerment and Building Connections
I recently had the incredible opportunity to attend the “Anything is Possible” event courtesy of the Lily Shippen team, following my participation in their innovative mentoring programme (earlier this year). The event held was held at the Old Trafford Cricket Club last month and was a beacon of inspiration and empowerment, bringing together over 450 [...]
Where confidentiality and discretion are at the core of the profession, how can we overcome the solitary nature of the EA role?
As Executive Assistants, we are often the invisible force driving the efficiency and success of our organisations. Behind the scenes, we manage schedules, handle communication, and tackle a myriad of tasks to ensure smooth operations. Yet, despite our integral role, the loneliness which may be experienced can be overwhelming at times, making it crucial to [...]
What about the person behind the crown?
We’ve all heard the sayings, “It’s lonely at the top” and “heavy is the head that wears the crown”, but what about the person behind the crown? The one making sure that the crown – in this case the CEO, or other senior leader – is the best that they can be? The ones who [...]
The lack of day-to-day interaction with fellow human beings can become isolating over time.
Loneliness in the workplace – something which is rarely discussed openly, but which is certainly being experienced by some of our community. Having now started our EA/PA Mentoring programme and with numerous conversations held, individuals earlier on in their career all the way up to those with many years of experience, can and do experience [...]
“Self nomination – should I be doing it?”
When I started working at a Solicitors office at 17 years old, I never dreamed I would end up climbing the ladder of Business Support all the way to a Business Support Manager. […]
You are the reason that the EA ‘stereotype’ exists – so do something about it!
In the corporate world, the term “personal branding” often evokes images of purposeful and charismatic CEOs, influential thought leaders, social media influencers, and celebrity business profiles such as Steven Bartlett. […]
Executive Assistants, could you do more?
And no, I’m not talking workload. I’m talking about increasing the strategic value of your work. Gone are the days when an Assistant only answered phones, made copies/coffees, and arranged the diaries. These days EAs are venturing into more strategic landscapes, and our reach is far wider than before. […]
A taboo no one talks about in the EA role: Loneliness
Most days, you’re one of the first people in the office and one of the last ones to leave. No day is ever the same, most days you’re juggling many plates at one time, like an octopus and sometimes you may feel like you need eyes in the back of your head. Trying to be [...]
