CONNECT November 14th, 2025 | Issue 42 Latest Articles Task Crafting for EAs As EAs, we’re constantly adjusting, improving, and reshaping the work we do to make it fit better. We just don’t always give it a name. That’s what task crafting for EAs really is. It’s the process of shaping our tasks so our work feels more meaningful, efficient, and aligned with what our Executives and organizations need. Read more → What It Actually Means to Be Strategic as an EA This article translates strategic...
6 days ago • 3 min read
Wednesday 12th November No: 043 Audit Your Tasks Like a Strategist Stop Doing More. Start Doing What Matters. As EAs, we handle so many moving parts that it’s easy to fall into “just get it done” mode. The trick is to stop doing and start assessing. This week, it’s time to look at your workload like a strategist. Here’s how to start your own task audit in four smart moves: 1. Sort by value, not volume.Make two lists: what drives results and what just fills time. If a task doesn’t directly...
8 days ago • 3 min read
CONNECT November 7th, 2025 | Issue 41 Latest Articles What It Actually Means to Be Strategic as an EA This article translates strategic from a buzzword into something tangible and explores what it actually means to be strategic in practice. We’ll look at what it really looks like to be strategic when you’re deep in the calendar, the inbox, the meetings, and the constant stream of requests. Read more → Skills EAs Need to Work with Every Type of Executive In this article, we’ll explore the...
13 days ago • 3 min read
Wednesday 5th November No: 042 Stop Waiting for Permission to Be Strategic It’s Time to Reclaim the Word ‘Strategic’ We talk about “being strategic” all the time, but it can feel a bit vague in the reality of back-to-back meetings and a ton of Slack messages to respond to. The truth is, for EAs, strategy shows up in small daily decisions. How you think, what you prioritize, and how you connect your work to the bigger picture. Here are a few simple but powerful ways to start thinking and...
15 days ago • 3 min read
Wednesday 22nd October No: 041 How to Align Your Skills with the C-Suite Because Not All Execs Are Built the Same Not every EA thrives with every Exec, and that’s a good thing. The magic happens when your natural strengths meet the right leadership style. Think of today's newsletter as your mini matchmaker for the C-suite: what works best for you and what works for your Exec... If you’re a Vision Translator → You’ll thrive with a Founder You shine when the brief is, “I’ve got a wild idea…”...
29 days ago • 4 min read
CONNECT October 17th, 2025 | Issue 40 Latest Articles Rebranding Matters for EAs Who Want More In this guide, we’ll walk through a practical 90-day plan you can run alongside your day job. It is low risk, focused, and designed to shift how you’re perceived. If you’ve been feeling ready but overlooked, this is for you. Step by step, you can refresh your brand without losing who you are. Read more → 20 AI Tools for Creating Presentations In this article, we’ll explore the Essential Skills in...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Wednesday 15th October No: 040 Personal branding power moves How to Ensure Your Potential Doesn’t Stay a Secret If you want to shift how people see you in your role, the smartest way to start is by picking your branding pillars. Think of these as the two or three areas where you want to be known, recognized, and valued. Instead of trying to prove yourself in every direction, pillars help you focus your energy where it counts - the skills and strengths that signal you’re ready for more. 1....
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
CONNECT October 10th, 2025 | Issue 39 Latest Articles 20 AI Tools for Creating Presentations In this article, we’ll explore the Essential Skills in the Age of AI for Executive Assistants. We’ll talk about the digital know-how we need to stay ahead, as well as the human-centered abilities that AI will never replace. Read more → Managing an Office Social Event In this article, we’ll explore the Essential Skills in the Age of AI for Executive Assistants. We’ll talk about the digital know-how we...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Wednesday 8th October No: 039 The Fast Track to Slide Decks Your Exec Will Love Slides That Speak Louder Than Words If you’ve ever had your Executive casually drop, “Oh, I’ll need slides for that board meeting tomorrow” (while you’re already juggling everything else), you know the panic. We all know the power of a good presentation. The right deck can win over a room, land a big decision, or make your Executive look like they’ve had weeks to prepare (even when it was hours). The good news?...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read