Resources for Assistants
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How to Make the Most of 1:1 Meetings with Your Exec
Plan well to make the most out of 1:1 meetings with your exec!
Stay One Step Ahead (of Your Exec)
It may seem like mind-reading, but being able to see around corners and know what your executive needs before they ask for it will help you shine as an EA.
Best Practices for Supporting Multiple Executives
Learn how to support multiple executives by setting expectations and boundaries, managing your time effectively, and staying organized.
EA Toolbox: Managing Time Zones
If you have to manage multiple time zones, having the right tips and tools in place will make scheduling a non-issue.
What Santa’s Elves & Executive Assistants Have in Common
Santa's elves and executive assistants have some interesting similarities. Above all else, they are both making the world a better and more magical place!
Building a Strategic Executive and Executive Assistant Relationship: The Importance of 2-Way Feedback
You likely expect feedback from the executive you support, but are you returning the favor? Engaging in two-way feedback with your executive is necessary to build and grow a thriving partnership.
EA Toolbox: Screen Sharing Software
In today’s digital world, you likely work with many people who are not in the same physical location as you. Screen sharing software helps to bridge the gap by allowing you to share your work with others in real-time.
Perfecting the Gatekeeper Role
As the gatekeeper, protecting your executive’s time will help to ensure his or her success, thereby increasing your value and solidifying your position.
EA Toolbox: Reliable Transportation for Your Executive
Looking for a car service that is reliable and safe? Look no further than Blacklane. The global chauffeur service offers many benefits that are not available through competitors like Uber and Lyft.
The AI Series: How EAs Can Use AI to Automate Scheduling
EAs deal with scheduling challenges on a daily basis. Base has outlined a few ways you can simplify calendar management through AI.
The AI Series: How EAs can Use AI to Automate Outreach
As an EA, you likely handle a lot of outreach in your day-to-day that could easily be allocated to AI. You simply have to identify patterns of communication that follow paths of logic and then use those patterns to trigger AI.
5 Event Management Tools That Will Save Your Sanity
Base has rounded up our top five choices for event management tools that can help you save time - and keep your sanity!
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