Did you know that your executive most likely struggles with something called decision fatigue? As assistants we can help prevent the energy

We often have to work with people we are not the biggest fans of. However, what if your boss ends up being the person you have the most diff

Learning how to ask effective clarifying questions is an important skill that can save lots of time and stress for you and the person assign

Although our roles as executive assistants have varying demands, there are some general ways each one of us can be as effective as possible.

No matter what type of support role you are in, speaking up is always a challenge. Here are four common scenarios and the tactics you can us

I know it can be nerve-wracking asking for a raise. Asking for more money is not an easy thing to do! However, with enough preparation, you

Since I published my first article listing out helpful proofreading tips, I have found even more great apps! Having impeccable writing...

In one of my roles as an EA/PA the executive I supported traveled quite a bit. He liked having a printed high level overview in his home whe

It's not companies that talk to one another; it's people. If you make the effort to build relationships with colleagues, clients, an

Negotiating is a skill that will not only help you in your personal life but can increase your value as an assistant. I went into detail on

Diana Brandl shares her tips on how to successfully assist executives in the C-Suite.

It is difficult to proofread your own writing. Here are the tools I use to proofread my writing as well as a few other tips that can be used

Just like any other new skill, delegation takes practice. Eventually assigning tasks to your team of assistants will feel like any other tas

I love being the go-to person that everyone can count on to get things done. However, there are occasional times when it's important to

Keeping a file of all the glowing thank you notes you receive at work is something that will only benefit you.

Although work trips add a whole other set of responsibilities on your plate, thinking through the details of the overall journey in advance

Every single admin has valuable knowledge to share. If you have ever considered starting a blog, the founder of Administrative Sparkle and m

I choose to support fellow administrative professionals through positive interactions. I choose to foster that feeling of camaraderie amongs

When thinking of elevator pitches, do you just think of someone selling his or her product or service? It actually is so much more.

Overall, the perfect work-home balance differs for each assistant. Being cognizant of the type of boundaries you prefer and learning how to