C-Suite Assistants

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

They schedule both business and personal appointments, maintain the calendar, and are responsible for a full range of administrative and personal duties—from managing correspondence and making appointments to booking speaking engagements and event planning. What Type of Assistant Should I Hire?

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Office Dynamics

DECEMBER 9, 2016

There are 5 core systems I encourage assistants to look at first: Time and Task Management. Project Management. Your systems will need to evolve to match the personalities and work environments you are in. What are the most important systems an assistant should have mapped out to move from chaos to control?

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Worxbee

MAY 10, 2021

A key difference is that executive assistants tend to take a project management role, managing several moving parts and not necessarily doing all of the “doing,” but making sure others do. In contrast, virtual assistants are task managers. They follow a set list of tasks in a day. They follow a set list of tasks in a day.

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Worxbee

MAY 24, 2021

When applied to work days, this theory suggests that employees will be most productive if their basic needs are met in the work environment. Negative work environments are productivity killers, which suggests the work environment should be a top priority. “Do Time management tips. Do all the hard stuff on Tuesday.”

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 28, 2015

Much has changed for the executive assistant and administrative professional, and in order to thrive in this new working environment, it’s up to both to operate wisely, using savvy to make the right decision regarding the right question at the right time. They can be project managers, ambassadors of their manager’s vision, and more.

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Worxbee

MAY 3, 2021

Calendar management, email taming, and process design and management are our top three tasks, but executive assistants can do more. An EA might be kept very busy with calendars and emails for two executives, leaving little time for other tasks. Strong project management and process management skills.

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Productivity Bits

MAY 5, 2016

The primary goal is to change your environment from workplace to anywhere else. Kayla Matthews is a productivity blogger and calendar-planning enthusiast. Use your time off to break free. Don’t contact your work, and make it clear you’re unavailable. As long as you maintain this boundary, you don’t have to travel far.

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C-Suite Assistants

AUGUST 31, 2021

Read on to learn about how else an executive assistant can help you navigate through a changing, fast-paced startup environment. Some of the tasks that executive assistants can take on include: Become your right-hand gatekeeper by managing complex personal and professional calendars and scheduling internal and external meetings.

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Jen Lawrence

AUGUST 3, 2020

We live in a global environment and with more people working remotely than ever, assuming someone knows what timezone you’re referring to in your emails isn’t going to work anymore. MISTAKE #2: Forgetting Timezones. Get into the habit of always including timezones in all your communications. Also, bonus tip! services.

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Worxbee

MAY 18, 2023

While the fundamentals of effective management remain unchanged, virtual managers must possess a distinct set of skills to ensure productivity, motivation, and engagement within their teams. We will delve into the seven essential virtual leadership skills that every manager should cultivate to thrive in the virtual work environment.

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Andrea Kalli

JULY 14, 2010

This is more effective than showing the truck driving around an urban environment, which is most likely what most owners of the vehicle will use it for the vast majority of the time. It is the engaging imagery of the mountain terrain that gives the viewer the sensation of freedom and reliability, not the product itself.

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C-Suite Assistants

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

These duties may include coordinating background checks on candidates, payroll preparation, employee requests, handling correspondence relating to resignations and grievances, performance management, and development and training.

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Jen Lawrence

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

I had taken a job as an assistant to three executives, plus my role required project management work. Why was it taking me so long to book travel and get it on calendars? If you’re in an open office environment, book a conference room to work with out distraction. Just search “timer” and set your time.

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C-Suite Assistants

JULY 26, 2021

With the right technology and communication styles, virtual assistants work in remote locations and can successfully take over tasks such as: Calendar management, such as booking meetings with clients Email filtering and management Data entry Client follow-ups Transcription and note-taking Social media management Recruitment tasks.

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Page Personnel

AUGUST 26, 2022

Those in an office manager role need to know how to manage processes, procedures, documentation, project management and communications. Related: 18 TED resources to give you some career perspective Qualities that make a good office manager Office managers know the ins and outs of the office.

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Administrative Arts

AUGUST 16, 2010

Managing Calendars. This one item can become a whole list on some job descriptions if they get specific as to the particular documents you’ll manage. This would include confirming attendees, scheduling conference rooms, setting up conference calls, and managing multi-media needs. Project Management.

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BMT Office Administration

JANUARY 31, 2023

There are many ways to go about this, including time-tracking apps, project management software, timesheets, screenshots, spreadsheets, and asking team members to track their own progress. In traditional work environments, employees clock in and out using time clocks while on the job. Project insights. Detailed reports.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JANUARY 24, 2009

I am part of the project management office at my company and I hear the term roadblocks all the time. Building Relationships one Assistant at a Time ► April (2) Keeping focussed in a busy environment When your boss arranges meetings behind your back. Hi Patricia: What an encouraging message this is. Dealing in real time.

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Jen Lawrence

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

I had taken a job as an assistant to three executives, plus my role required project management work. Why was it taking me so long to book travel and get it on calendars? If you’re in an open office environment, book a conference room to work with out distraction. Just search “timer” and set your time.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

OCTOBER 15, 2023

So, you know, at the end of the day, in an executive support role, the more that you’re putting yourself, kind of in front of your boss and getting in front of the information or getting in ahead of the calendar, or making you’re making their life easier. So toxic workplaces, toxic environments, toxic people.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Try This Instead | Main | Be Smart About Using the Telephone » The Great Calendar Debate - Paper or Electronic - 21 Experts Weigh In We are in the home stretch of 2009 -- bring on 2010!!    One item frequently purchased at this time of year is a calendar or planner for the upcoming year. 

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Success

OCTOBER 2, 2024

It also means hand-selecting clients, publications and “colleagues” who radiate positive energy, thus curating my environment to feel meaningful and uplifting. I head to the gym, which only happens on days I’ve blocked out on my calendar to prevent people from choosing that spot for interviews or client meetings. Morning 9 a.m.:

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 10, 2010

Utilize your calendar to schedule tasks. Sit down at your calendar and block out the time for your tasks. If you need to write/send your holiday cards then look at your calendar and schedule it in. In the calendar. Schedule those activities on your calendar. Don't fill your calendar to the max.

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 10, 2009

And it’s sweet because now I get to discuss my ultimate, favorite topic: T, for Time-based, which has a great deal to do with project management. And project management is what I do best. And then, you’ll be managing your project properly. To begin well, to progress well and to end well.

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Allwork

JANUARY 6, 2025

A recent report reveals the highest-paying roles include Project Manager, Nurse Practitioner, and Software Engineer, with a 5.5% Sync your calendar with important dates for interviews and phone screens, and set reminders to stay on track. In these environments, simply applying isnt enough you need to actively stand out.

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Success

APRIL 16, 2025

Any model that offers flexibility in hours and working environments could allow for good work-life integration. You may have a desirable level of autonomy over your work and the flexibility to work at times or in environments that fit your work style. You can use your phone to schedule do not disturb periods so you can focus on work.

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Success

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

This could be anything from training, organization and company culture to personal focus, environment and technology access. Project Management Software Trello : Visual learners unite on Trellos project-tracking platform. Productivity hacks arent just quick-fix cheat codes.

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Practically Perfect PA

JANUARY 4, 2016

During the morning I could be in meetings discussing preparations for a press dinner in New York, catching up with one or more of the Management Team – that could be with the Head of Design or Merchandising Director. Being around designers in a buzzy creative environment and seeing Sophie design new pieces each season is super exciting.

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The Leader Assistant Podcast

JUNE 1, 2025

Whether something personal or professional comes up on my executive’s calendar, we have an understanding. My one on one with my executive is something that is always flexible. I am happy to reschedule. He can move it, I can move it. Like my time. Stand up, say something. This time is way too valuable for everything.

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