Executive Leadership Support Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Black History Month Interview Series. After spending hours behind the computer screen, something about cooking helps me feel rooted and present. Now that I have a much better understanding and appreciation of wine, I’ve gained confidence in working with sommeliers for both casual and private dinners, and team-building events.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 3, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Cara talks about growing your career as an executive assistant, managing a team of assistants, and tips for interviewing and being interviewed. Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 28, 2024

Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job. JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY Join the Leader Assistant Global Community for bonus content, job opportunities, and to network with other assistants who are committed to becoming leaders!

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Whether you’re attending a networking event, heading into a job interview or meeting your new boss for the first time, the initial meeting can be one of the most important interactions you’ll ever have. Refine Your Self-Presentation. When meeting people in person, your self-presentation speaks volumes.

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Allwork

APRIL 29, 2024

According to a survey published by StandOutCV , the average job seeker needs to make at least 27 applications to land just one job interview. Mention a mutual connection: If you were referred to the position by someone within your network or have a connection at the company, mention their name and your relationship.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 12, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Becky talks about artificial intelligence, building a community of assistants, the power of networking, and cultivating a great company culture. Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 19, 2024

Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job. JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY Join the Leader Assistant Global Community for bonus content, job opportunities, and to network with other assistants who are committed to becoming leaders!

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 16, 2023

In this episode, Monica talks about being confident in advocating for yourself, pivoting when priorities change, and being honest with yourself if you find yourself in a role that’s not quite for you. Monica Martin is a longtime assistant in the aerospace engineering industry. Each review helps me stay motivated to keep the show going!

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Success

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

When she was a junior in high school, Arrington founded the nonprofit ScholarCHIPS, an organization that provides college scholarships, mentoring, mental health support and a peer support network to children of incarcerated parents. Network for her community work with ScholarCHIPS.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 31, 2024

In his free time, you can find him bouldering, social dancing, and serving at his church. ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY NOVA CHIEF OF STAFF Calling all Executive Assistants: Are you looking for a way to elevate your skills or earn that promotion you’ve been eyeing?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 23, 2023

Michelle has built a strong reputation as a confident, experienced Administrator who is committed to improving and elevating the EA industry. JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY Join the Leader Assistant Global Community for bonus content, job opportunities, and to network with other assistants who are committed to becoming leaders!

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JANUARY 30, 2022

In this episode, I share an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant , where my friend Jillian Hufnagel wrote about goal setting for executive assistants and administrative professionals. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY. Jillian’s LinkedIn.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 24, 2024

She is also addicted to Todoist and all things project management software related. ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY NOVA CHIEF OF STAFF Calling all Executive Assistants: Are you looking for a way to elevate your skills or earn that promotion you’ve been eyeing?

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Success

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Failure can erode your self-confidence and make it hard to believe you’ll achieve a better outcome in the future. When you live in the past, that is exactly what happens, and your past becomes your present, preventing you from moving forward. Darrah Brustein, Network Under 40/ Finance Whiz Kids 19. Dustin Cavanaugh, RenewAge 16.

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Success

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Kelly got his first real sales gigs during college, where he did timeshare presentations and worked for Dish Network. Kelly started his own podcast, The Sales Evangelist , and interviewed fellow sellers about what worked and what didn’t, essentially “evangelizing” about the topic. 7 Thick skin is crucial.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Concetta also moonlights as a ghostwriter for self-help books and pretends to be a gardener on weekends. ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY EZCATER ezCater is the nation’s most trusted provider of corporate food solutions — the best way for companies to order food for daily employee lunches, meetings, and events of any size or budget.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

AUGUST 6, 2023

Her ability to quickly develop sound but flexible business processes and systems enables teams to scale at a rapid pace, and her executive presence offers leaders confidence and trust. Maggie’s versatility and strong orientation for action is unique. Maggie’s approach is upbeat, curious, collaborative, and culture-first.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 5, 2024

Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job. JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY Join the Leader Assistant Global Community for bonus content, job opportunities, and to network with other assistants who are committed to becoming leaders!

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022

This episode features an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. 1 Amazon Bestselling book – The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY. After all, if you succeed, they will.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 14, 2024

In her spare time, Maggie loves spending time outside with her husband, their animals, and their 1-year-old, Max! ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY NOVA CHIEF OF STAFF Calling all Executive Assistants: Are you looking for a way to elevate your skills or earn that promotion you’ve been eyeing?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JANUARY 15, 2023

Since launch, Cath has had a massive change in mindset, grown confidence, faced challenges, and learned new skills along the way. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY. Do you have questions you’d like me to answer, guests you think I should interview, or suggested topics you’d like me to address on the show?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

AUGUST 13, 2023

ezCater’s simple-to-use platform provides a network of over 100,000 restaurants nationwide, business-grade reliability, food spend management tools, and 24/7 support from their highly trained customer service team. SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Leader Assistant Podcast so you don’t miss new episodes! Either way, I’d love to hear from you!

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All Things Admin

JUNE 22, 2023

A print portfolio is useful in face-to-face meetings where you can physically present it in a three-ring binder or other professional format. An executive, hiring manager, interviewer, or recruiter can go through this cohesive, easy-to-read collection of career highlights and instantly see the value you bring to an organization.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Mary knows that what it takes is in her blood, and she enjoys it all every day. ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY NOVA CHIEF OF STAFF Calling all Executive Assistants: Are you looking for a way to elevate your skills or earn that promotion you’ve been eyeing?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 17, 2024

When not behind her laptop she’s usually found roaming Hyde Park or eating her way through London’s endless restaurant scene. ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY NOVA CHIEF OF STAFF Calling all Executive Assistants: Are you looking for a way to elevate your skills or earn that promotion you’ve been eyeing?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

This episode features an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. 1 Amazon Bestselling book – The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY. Direct link to the Audiobook.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JUNE 4, 2023

She currently resides in Washington, DC with her wife Katina Hoyles. ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY EZCATER ezCater is the nation’s most trusted provider of corporate food solutions — the best way for companies to order food for daily employee lunches, meetings, and events of any size or budget.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JANUARY 28, 2024

. – Dolly Parton CONNECT WITH ELLEN Ellen on LinkedIn ABOUT ELLEN Ellen Richards, Founder of The Lightbrary, is on a mission to empower Executive Assistants to dream bigger, explore possibilities with curiosity, and confidently create action plans to achieve their goals.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

In her spare time, Maggie loves spending time outside with her husband, their animals, and their 1-year-old, Max! ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY NOVA CHIEF OF STAFF Calling all Executive Assistants: Are you looking for a way to elevate your skills or earn that promotion you’ve been eyeing?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 21, 2023

ezCater’s simple-to-use platform provides a network of over 100,000 restaurants nationwide, business-grade reliability, food spend management tools, and 24/7 support from their highly trained customer service team. SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Leader Assistant Podcast so you don’t miss new episodes! Either way, I’d love to hear from you!

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

In the meantime, you've got to use every opportunity to get yourself ready for a job interview or networking event that will really help you get a job. This is the time to test drive your interview clothes. Part of being seen as a good fit for a company is presenting yourself as a calm, capable person.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 29, 2022

Leader Assistants possess the confidence to make considerate and informed decisions that lead to fruitful actions–in the absence of executive presence. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY. LEADERSHIP QUOTES. Kristi D., EA in San Jose, CA (Quoted in Chapter 3 of The Leader Assistant ). JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JUNE 12, 2022

In this episode, Janet talks about working her way up in the same company for 20 years, the importance of development and curiosity, cultivating confidence, and taking risks. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY. LEADERSHIP QUOTES. What is leadership? Well, a leader is someone who has followers. How did that happen?

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Previously, she managed the Office of the CEO at Complex Networks and has held various executive assistant positions within the advertising and creative industries. Outside of her career, she is passionate about community building, which she does through her celebrity assistant group, Assistants Anonymous.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Nova Chief of Staff’s online certification course provides you with the knowledge and confidence you need to stand out on the job. JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY Join the Leader Assistant Global Community for bonus content, job opportunities, and to network with other assistants who are committed to becoming leaders!

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 13, 2022

You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY GOODY. Do you have questions you’d like me to answer, guests you think I should interview, or suggested topics you’d like me to address on the show? LEADERSHIP QUOTES.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JANUARY 7, 2024

ezCater’s simple-to-use platform provides a network of over 100,000 restaurants nationwide, business-grade reliability, food spend management tools, and 24/7 support from their highly trained customer service team. SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to The Leader Assistant Podcast so you don’t miss new episodes!

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