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November 14th, 2025 | Issue 42

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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.

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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.

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Skills EAs Need to Work with Every Type of Executive

In this article, we’ll explore the different types of Executives and what they value most, and how we, as EAs, can align our skills and mindset to support them effectively. These are the foundations that help you build strong, trusted partnerships no matter who you support.

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Latest Podcast Episodes

Thursday, November 13th

EP 83: What Entrepreneurs Really Need from Their EA

What do entrepreneurs actually want from their Executive Assistants? In The EA Campus Podcast Ep83, Nicky speaks with Andrew Chesnutt, CEO of The Authority Forge and a serial entrepreneur who’s built multiple seven-figure businesses, about what separates a good EA from a great one.

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Thursday, November 6th

EP 82: Strategic… Job Title or Mindset?

In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, Nicky Christmas dives into one of the most talked-about phrases in the Assistant world - Strategic Business Partner. Is it a genuine evolution of the role, or just a buzzword that’s been stretched too far? Nicky unpacks what it really means to be “strategic” as an Executive Assistant, why it’s a mindset rather than a job title, and how to turn that mindset into everyday action.

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Thursday, October 16th

EP 81: How Executive Assistants Can Shape Their Next Career Chapter

Nicky Christmas explores how Executive Assistants can take control of their personal brand and rebrand themselves for the next stage of their career. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or ready for more responsibility but unsure how to communicate that growth, this episode is for you. Nicky breaks down a practical process to diagnose your current brand, define the three words you’re known for now, and choose the three words you want next.

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Productivity Hacks for EAs

Ready to sharpen your productivity skills and cut through the overwhelm? In this session, Executive Assistant coach Melissa Peoples shares 30 practical productivity hacks designed specifically for Executive Assistants and administrative professionals.


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Tech and Tools Masterclass

November 28th, 9am ET | 3pm BST

In this masterclass, you’ll gain the knowledge, tools, and confidence to leverage the latest technology and AI solutions in your role. Our comprehensive, interactive training will empower you to harness the power of AI, including ChatGPT, to support your daily tasks with speed and precision.

CoPilot for EAs Masterclass

December 12th, 9am ET | 3pm BST

In this exclusive 3-hour live Masterclass, you’ll discover how Copilot brings generative AI into Microsoft 365, giving Executive Assistants the ability to save hours, reduce admin, and deliver professional outputs with speed and confidence. Transform the way you support your Executive with Copilot.

November 28th, 2025 @ 10.00am ET | 3:00pm GMT

Assistant Tech & Tools Masterclass

In this masterclass, you’ll gain the knowledge, tools, and confidence to leverage the latest technology and AI solutions in your role. Our comprehensive, interactive training will empower you to harness the power of AI, including ChatGPT, to support your daily tasks with speed and precision. Book now>>>


December 12th, 2025 @ 10.00am ET | 3:00pm GMT

Copilot for EAs Masterclass

In this exclusive 3-hour live masterclass, you’ll discover how Copilot brings generative AI into Microsoft 365, giving Executive Assistants the ability to save hours, reduce admin, and deliver professional outputs with speed and confidence. Book now>>>


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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...

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...

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...