Time Management

Aug 20, 2019
1 min

How to Help Your Executive Prevent Decision Fatigue [Infographic]

Did you know that your executive most likely struggles with something called decision fatigue? As assistants we can help prevent the energy

1,008 views

Priorities: The Key to an Assistant's Survival

Dorit Sauer

Sep 14, 2018
6 min

Priorities: The Key to an Assistant's Survival

How do you survive the continued stream of incoming demands and requests? Knowing priorities is key!

1,652 views

Christina Holzhauser

Jun 23, 2018
2 min

Top 3 Ways an EA Can Do a Stellar Job

Although our roles as executive assistants have varying demands, there are some general ways each one of us can be as effective as possible.

1,811 views

Top 4 Productivity Tips for a More Efficient 2018

Kaitlan Norrod

Jan 6, 2018
4 min

Top 4 Productivity Tips for a More Efficient 2018

There are a few consistent productivity hacks I use to stay focused and be an efficient Executive Assistant. My hope is for you to incorpora

1,680 views

How to Excel as an Assistant in the C-Suite

Christina Holzhauser

Nov 4, 2017
7 min

How to Excel as an Assistant in the C-Suite

Diana Brandl shares her tips on how to successfully assist executives in the C-Suite.

5,811 views

Why Sunday Prep is Necessary for a Successful Week

Christina Holzhauser

Sep 30, 2017
7 min

Why Sunday Prep is Necessary for a Successful Week

My most successful weeks have always had one underlying factor: Sunday prep. Taking the time to set myself up for a streamlined week over th

4,308 views

How to Turn Down Requests for Your Time Politely

Christina Holzhauser

Aug 26, 2017
4 min

How to Turn Down Requests for Your Time Politely

I love being the go-to person that everyone can count on to get things done. However, there are occasional times when it's important to

2,097 views

Top Tools for Keeping Task Lists Organized

Christina Holzhauser

Jul 15, 2017
5 min

Top Tools for Keeping Task Lists Organized

I have often been asked how I keep all of my task lists organized. Based on interviews with other assistants, I have been surprised at how m

9,375 views

Christina Holzhauser

May 27, 2017
4 min

Do You Set Clear Work-Home Boundaries?

Overall, the perfect work-home balance differs for each assistant. Being cognizant of the type of boundaries you prefer and learning how to

380 views

Christina Holzhauser; Reprinted with permission

Apr 8, 2017
5 min

Tips for Managing a Crazy Work Day

Every single assistant and administrative professional has days that can be overwhelming, and Layne shares her strategies for handling these

2,310 views

25 Excellent Service Outsourcing Resources to Make You More Efficient

Christina Holzhauser

Mar 26, 2017
4 min

25 Excellent Service Outsourcing Resources to Make You More Efficient

Service outsourcing resources are great for assistants to utilize on occasion to provide maximum effectiveness. Quite often we work alone a

561 views

Being Extra Vigilant for Opportunities to Assist

Christina Holzhauser

Mar 5, 2017
3 min

Being Extra Vigilant for Opportunities to Assist

Proactive service is a skill that takes time to hone in on, especially amongst constant influx. Practice bringing more intention to your att

703 views

How to Calculate the True Cost of a Virtual Assistant

Christina Holzhauser; Reprinted with permission

Feb 9, 2017
3 min

How to Calculate the True Cost of a Virtual Assistant

I recently stepped back into the role of a Virtual Assistant and have been reflecting on how a VA actually saves money for the person they s

270 views

Christina Holzhauser

Aug 19, 2016
3 min

Tips for Impactful Recurring Check-In's

If you do not have recurring check-in meetings scheduled with the person you support, I want to share some reasons why they are helpful t...

728 views

Christina Holzhauser

Aug 12, 2016
4 min

How to Leave a Positive Legacy

When you leave a job, there will always be some sort of impact you leave on that role. Being the best of the best, I'm sure you want to

870 views

Why a Communication Notebook is an Important Tool to Add to Your Daily Routine

Christina Holzhauser

Jul 9, 2016
2 min

Why a Communication Notebook is an Important Tool to Add to Your Daily Routine

I have found communication notebooks to be useful resources. They are perfect for when you work with a team that might not have the same sch

1,554 views

7 Top Tips for Making the Most of a Rolling Task List

Christina Holzhauser

May 27, 2016
3 min

7 Top Tips for Making the Most of a Rolling Task List

It is imperative as an assistant to not only be able to prioritize your to-do list but to be able to re-prioritize as changes in your day po

1,602 views

Keeping the Flow: Advice for Keeping Interruptions to a Minimum

Christina Holzhauser

May 21, 2016
4 min

Keeping the Flow: Advice for Keeping Interruptions to a Minimum

Although it's impossible to stop all interruptions at work, here's some advice that you can utilize to keep those to a minimum.

1,023 views

Importance vs. Urgency: The Key to Optimal Prioritization

Christina Holzhauser

May 14, 2016
2 min

Importance vs. Urgency: The Key to Optimal Prioritization

No matter what type of assistant role you are in, an essential skill to have is being able to prioritize your to-do list. In order to priori

631 views

Your Job Manual: Why It's Essential and How to Create One

Christina Holzhauser

Apr 16, 2016
3 min

Your Job Manual: Why It's Essential and How to Create One

A job manual is something that each assistant should have handy and kept current at all times, not created solely when you are transitioning

3,578 views

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