Executive Leadership Support Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Black History Month Interview Series. As an advocate for executive assistants’ access to professional development, Lacretia offers coaching services and has been a guest panelist at events dedicated to advancing administrative professionals. Meet Lacretia Adamski , Senior Executive Assistant at Salesforce.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Rita Reis is a longtime office manager and executive assistant in Portugal who is passionate about networking and getting things done. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Rita and I talk about the importance of networking, not being afraid to raise your hand, and developing your emotional intelligence.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

In this episode, I share an excerpt from my audiobook, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant , where I share a bit about my journey from no network, to a thriving network of assistants all over the world. Check out the bonus resources for the networking chapter of The Leader Assistant here.

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Success

DECEMBER 27, 2021

(Editor’s Note: The SUCCESS Interview tests the foundational principles of this 125-year-old personal and professional development magazine against modern realities. To view the interview in its entirety, join our social network, Achievers, at Achievers.SUCCESS.com or by downloading the app SUCCESS Achievers Community.).

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Success

MARCH 23, 2023

Christie Pitts, Backstage Capital’s general partner, talks about the early days of the Los Angeles-based company and how she got involved: Working in the music industry, Hamilton learned about startups and networked with investors and entrepreneurs. When she started Backstage, Arlan went all in on this idea.

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Go Burrows

MAY 30, 2021

Cathy Rong is the Lead Executive Assistant in the Office of the CEO at Complex Network. To learn more or sign up for a FREE 14-day trial, visit swipedon.com/leaderassistant * today, and when you’re ready to move forward, be sure to use my exclusive discount code; LEADER20 for 20% off their annual plan. Cathy on Instagram.

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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. LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS Check out our constantly updated schedule of events for admins and assistants at LeaderAssistantLive.com.

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Practically Perfect PA

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Whether you’re networking online or face-to-face, it can play a vital role in securing your next job opportunity. Networking the old-fashioned way, face-to-face, is still an important route to building lasting connections with people that can benefit your career. Offline networking. Choose events carefully .

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Success

MARCH 18, 2024

Whether interviewing for your dream job or networking at an industry event, building up the courage to speak in public can feel nerve-wracking at best and downright terrifying at worst. The good news is that you’re not alone—not even a little bit.

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Office Dynamics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

There are so many new learning opportunities and amazing speakers to look forward to! Brian: My favorite part is the Gala Event. People who never knew each other before networking together, sharing thoughts, working together at their tables during the sessions, and exchanging information to stay in touch. Hands down.

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Success

MAY 15, 2023

Mike Seibel, who used to work at Intellum, an e-learning provider, wrote on LinkedIn , “Been laid off now for over 6 months. Countless applications, interviews , phone calls, zoom calls. I’m so grateful to and humbled by the kind words and network connections shared with me! I’m excited to start my new job!”

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Go Burrows

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

My friend Meagan Strout (CEO of Tack Advisors – the leading provider of management consulting and recruitment for administrative professionals) agreed to share the recording of this recent webinar she hosted with Lacretia Adamski about planning events in a post-covid world. LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS. JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY.

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Allwork

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Legitimate remote jobs can be found by careful search through reputable platforms, leveraging professional networks, and being vigilant to avoid scams by recognizing signs such as requests for upfront payments or vague job details. Another strategy is to leverage professional networks for personal referrals and information on openings.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

AUGUST 27, 2023

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast with Jeremy Burrows, Sarah talks about the challenges and rewards of being an EA, learning to adapt, and the importance of having fun with colleagues to cultivate a thriving culture. Sarah Abbott is executive assistant to the CEO, CFO, and GC at Utz Brands. Either way, I’d love to hear from you!

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JUNE 4, 2023

Chynna Clayton worked in the personal office of Barack and Michelle Obama as their Director of Travel and Event Operations. Prior to Matriarch Made, Chynna worked in the personal office of Barack and Michelle Obama as their Director of Travel and Event Operations. Chynna graduated from University of Florida with a B.S.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 28, 2024

Visit leaderassistant.com/nova to learn more and secure your spot! ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP To learn more about how you can join growth-minded Leader Assistants, check out our Leader Assistant Premium Membership for ongoing training, coaching, and community.

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Success

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Video is central to how we connect and learn in the world of virtual work. Digital networking fits into this dynamic very well, because it’s almost like getting to know your peers and colleagues face to face. In addition to a video marketing strategy, it’s important to utilize other tools to facilitate your virtual networking.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 14, 2023

Well, not only do I interview Annie in this conversation, but she also interviews me. 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.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

CONNECT WITH JODI Jodi on LinkedIn Jodi on Facebook Book recommendation -> Living Loving and Learning by Leo F. 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.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

. ––– 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. Also, check out the companion study guide, The Leader Assistant Workbook , to dig deeper.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 26, 2023

. ––– 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. Also, check out the companion study guide, The Leader Assistant Workbook , to dig deeper.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Jared is also a TED speaker, 3x award-winning author, and USA Today’s “Most Connected Millennial” who has helped organize hundreds of events for over 30,000 attendees. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Jared Kleinert shares tips on offsite planning, networking, and remote work.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 7, 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. Naomi has spent the majority of her career in the technology sector, with a particular passion for artificial intelligence.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 30, 2023

Yolanda has also served as Co-Chair of the Women’s Leadership Network, a Guardian Life Insurance company employee resource group. In a hybrid context, arranging and running lunch and learn events. Currently Yolanda is the practice administrator for the Global Head of Cybersecurity at Wipro.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

APRIL 30, 2023

In this episode, Kara talks about outsourcing, matching personal assistants with executives, interview questions to ask applicants, setting boundaries with principals, communication between executives and personal assistants, and more. Also, check out the companion study guide, The Leader Assistant Workbook , to dig deeper.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 12, 2023

. ––– 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. Also, check out the companion study guide, The Leader Assistant Workbook , to dig deeper.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 21, 2023

The diversity of her position offers her learning opportunities as and she supports and collaborates with C-Suite level executives, upper management and colleagues. LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS Check out our constantly updated schedule of events for admins and assistants at LeaderAssistantLive.com.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

AUGUST 13, 2023

. ––– 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. Also, check out the companion study guide, The Leader Assistant Workbook , to dig deeper.

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On The Job

APRIL 17, 2012

You may also want to heed another fashion from that era: in-person networking. You're not likely to see anyone on Mad Men use online social networking to forge a relationship although they do put the "social" in networking with their lunch meetings and after-hour soirees. Learn from the masters.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 16, 2023

. ––– 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. Also, check out the companion study guide, The Leader Assistant Workbook , to dig deeper.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

. ––– 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. Also, check out the companion study guide, The Leader Assistant Workbook , to dig deeper.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

LEADERSHIP QUOTE If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader. 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.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MARCH 24, 2024

Rachel Bennett is a curious, self-motivator who loves to learn new ways to make life more efficient and effective for her executive. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Rachel talks about learning your role while onboarding an executive, communicating with an executive who travels extensively, and serving the work.

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Success

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Howes realized he’d been leaning on football to harness the limited range of emotions he learned to express as a young man: stoicism or anger. All the men in the event came up to me afterwards, one by one, and shared their story. Vulnerability wasn’t an option. I thought my life was over,” he recalls. “I And it was the opposite.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JUNE 25, 2023

. ––– 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. Also, check out the companion study guide, The Leader Assistant Workbook , to dig deeper.

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

JULY 9, 2023

David was also an early investor and board member at Nerdy (NYSE: NRDY), an on-demand, real-time learning platform in the ed tech space. LEADER ASSISTANT LIVE EVENTS Check out our constantly updated schedule of events for admins and assistants at LeaderAssistantLive.com. David lives in St. Either way, I’d love to hear from you!

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LEADERASSISTANT.COM

MAY 28, 2023

LEADERSHIP QUOTE If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader. She grew up in England but was always passionate about Europe and learning foreign languages. When she began her first full-time job in Disneyland Paris in 1999, she knew it was the beginning of a new life in France.

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