Top EAs Know These Microsoft Teams Tricks for Running Flawless Meetings—Do You?
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June 8, 2025•3 min read
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May 2025
The Real Threat to Executive Assistants Isn’t AI—It’s How You’re Using It.
The Real Threat to Executive Assistants Isn’t AI—It’s How You’re Using It The fear is real—and justified. Artificial Intelligence is...
May 29, 2025•4 min read
Protecting Confidentiality: The Role of Executive Assistants in Using ChatGPT
As ChatGPT becomes a go-to productivity tool in offices around the world, Executive Assistants (EAs) are leveraging it to streamline...
May 17, 2025•4 min read
How Professional Certifications Boost Executive Assistants' Salaries
Professional certifications continue to make a measurable difference in the career progression and earning potential of Executive...
May 7, 2025•2 min read
Skills Every Executive Assistant Needs to Succeed
Being an executive assistant (EA) is no small feat. This pivotal role supports high-level executives and requires a unique blend of...
May 6, 2025•4 min read
April 2025
Preparing for the Future of Work: The Role of Executive Assistants in an AI-Driven World
We have all heard the phrase “AI won’t take your job, but someone using AI will.” I have even used it myself during the early days of...
April 24, 2025•3 min read
Why Certifications Matter for Professional Development
For Executive Assistants continuous professional development is key to career growth. One effective way to enhance your qualifications...
April 21, 2025•5 min read
How to Craft a Strategic Executive Assistant CV: Your Guide to Showcasing Strategic Support and Impact
As an Executive Assistant, you play a pivotal role in ensuring your executive operates at their highest potential, and your CV should...
April 7, 2025•5 min read
Steps to Advance Your Career as an Executive Assistant
Embarking on a career as an executive assistant can be incredibly rewarding, but breaking through to higher levels of responsibility...
April 1, 2025•4 min read
February 2025
Why Every Project is a Business Project – A Guide for Executive Assistants
Many Executive Assistants find themselves involved in projects, particularly those labelled as “IT projects.” It’s easy to assume that...
February 24, 2025•3 min read
Navigating Social Media Feedback: A Guide for Executive Assistants
Social media is an unavoidable part of professional life. Whether it’s a source of valuable insight or a breeding ground for unwarranted...
February 19, 2025•3 min read
January 2025
Mistakes Happen: A Guide for Executive Assistants
As an Executive Assistant, you pride yourself on being a reliable cornerstone for the leaders you support. Your attention to detail,...
January 12, 2025•4 min read
The Future of the Administrative Profession: A Five-Year Outlook
As organisations worldwide navigate an era defined by rapid technological advancements, evolving workplace dynamics, and increased focus...
January 6, 2025•3 min read
December 2024
Mastering Salary Negotiation: A Guide for Executive Assistants
Negotiating a pay rise or salary at an interview can feel daunting, but with the right strategies, you can secure the pay and terms you...
December 31, 2024•4 min read
Understanding the Difference Between Vision and Mission Statements: A Guide for Executive Assistants
Vision and mission statements are foundational elements that define an organisation’s purpose and aspirations. However, these terms are...
December 30, 2024•4 min read
Leveraging Maximum Gibberish: Why Corporate Jargon Makes You Sound Ridiculous
Corporate language is a curious creature. It’s a Frankenstein’s monster of buzzwords, acronyms, and metaphors that no one asked for. In...
December 28, 2024•4 min read
How Executive Assistants Can Disagree Without Creating Conflict
As an Executive Assistant (EA), you often navigate situations where disagreement is inevitable—be it challenging a manager’s decision,...
December 10, 2024•4 min read
Clarifying Roles with RACI: How Executive Assistants Can Overcome Challenges
A recent poll conducted by the World Administrators Alliance revealed that 40% of respondents identified a lack of role clarity as the...
December 1, 2024•4 min read
November 2024
Your Role Is Your ROI: Communicating the Value of Executive Assistants
The best CVs don’t just list what you do—they tell the story of what you’ve achieved. This distinction is vital because achievements...
November 23, 2024•3 min read
Do You Understand Your Executive?
As an executive assistant, understanding your executive’s personality and behavioural traits is essential to providing exceptional...
November 2, 2024•4 min read
October 2024
Toxic Boss Bingo: 10 Management Styles Every Executive Assistant Should Watch Out For (And How to Handle Them)
As an Executive Assistant (EA), you play a pivotal role in the organisation, ensuring operations run smoothly and enabling your executive...
October 29, 2024•4 min read
The Executive Assistant Ecosystem: A 360-Degree View of the Organisation
When I first started in the workforce, after completing a stint as a graduate trainee, I found myself working in a department known as ...
October 13, 2024•6 min read
Project Management for Executive Assistants: A Strategic Skill to Support Executives
As the role of the Executive Assistant (EA) continues to evolve, mastering a diverse range of skills has become increasingly important....
October 6, 2024•5 min read
September 2024
Demystifying Supply Chain Terminology: A Guide for Executive Assistants
As an Exec Assistant, understanding key operations like Supply Chain Management, Procurement, and Logistics can boost your effectiveness.
September 28, 2024•6 min read
Best Practices for Executive Assistants: Expense Reporting.
Expense reporting is a crucial responsibility for many Executive Assistants (EAs). It ensures that company resources are used...
September 21, 2024•5 min read
The Rise of the Strategic Executive Assistant: A Modern Business Powerhouse
In the past decade or more the role of the executive assistant (EA) has evolved significantly and will continue to evolve. What was once...
September 11, 2024•4 min read
August 2024
The Benefits and Risks of Hybrid Working: A Balanced Approach to Productivity
The workplace has undergone significant changes in recent years, driven by advances in technology and, more notably, the global pandemic....
August 30, 2024•5 min read
How Executive Assistants Can Strategically Support Their Executives іn Retaining Top Talent.
It’s nо secret that employee retention іs a critical challenge for organisations today. High staff turnover, or churn, can severely...
August 25, 2024•4 min read
It’s Not About the Title: What Really Matters in the Executive Assistant Role
In the administrative profession, it’s estimated that there are still over 160 job titles floating around—everything from Office Manager...
August 20, 2024•4 min read
Elevating the Executive Assistant Profession: Proactive Strategies for Raising Awareness and Enhancing Value in Organisations
True recognition for any profession occurs when organisations fully appreciate the real value it brings. As executive assistants (EAs),...
August 9, 2024•5 min read
How to Become Indispensable as an Executive Assistant
In any organisation, the concept of "indispensability" can be a bit of a double-edged sword. While it's true that nobody is truly...
August 3, 2024•4 min read
July 2024
Enhancing Communication Skills for Executive Assistants: Answering Succinctly and Filtering Responses.
As an executive assistant, your ability to communicate effectively is crucial. It’s not just about passing on messages; it's about...
July 31, 2024•4 min read
Elevate Your Executive Assistants with Structured Career Paths
Executive assistants are invaluable assets to any organisation, and recognising their potential for career advancement is crucial....
July 21, 2024•4 min read
Understanding DISC Profiling: A Free Tool for Executive Assistants
.For Executive Assistants, effective communication and understanding interpersonal dynamics are crucial for success. One powerful tool...
July 13, 2024•5 min read
The Gobbledygook of Management Speak: Why Executive Assistants Should Keep It Simple.
There's a peculiar language that has taken root in organisations everywhere. It's a language full of jargon, buzzwords, and convoluted...
July 7, 2024•3 min read
June 2024
Unlocking Your Executive Assistant's Potential
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, introduced by psychologist Abraham Maslow in his 1943 paper "A Theory of Human Motivation," is a...
June 28, 2024•4 min read
No Executive Assistant Can Ignore the Importance of Building Their Own Brand
Executive assistants, like the CEOs they support, have diverse styles and strengths. Some are meticulous organisers who ensure every...
June 24, 2024•4 min read
The Vital Role of Cash Flow in Organizational Success: A Guide for Executive Assistants
As an executive assistant, you play a crucial role in the smooth functioning of your organization. As a strategic partner to your...
June 16, 2024•4 min read
Guest Article: 6 Executive Assistant Interview Questions & Answers To Prepare
As organisations increasingly rely on strategic thinking and partnership at all levels, executive assistants are expected to act as...
June 3, 2024•4 min read
April 2024
Mastering the Art of Anticipation: How Executive Assistants Can Proactively Support Their Executives
Linda, my wife, has developed an astute, ability to predict my every words and actions. She often states, "Richard, I've been married to...
April 28, 2024•3 min read
Exciting News Alert: ACEA® Training Nominated as Finalist for "Office Management Service Provider of the Year"
We are delighted to announce that ACEA® Training has been nominated as a finalist for the prestigious "Office Management Service Provider...
April 3, 2024•2 min read
March 2024
Demystifying Procurement and Supply Chain Management for Executive Assistants
Procurement and supply chain management are essential components of any organisation's operations. They play a crucial role in ensuring...
March 16, 2024•3 min read
The Mystery of EBIT and EBITDA: A Guide for Executive Assistants
Many of you will have sat through operational or finance meetings and will have heard those attending fixating on something called EBIT...
March 11, 2024•6 min read
February 2024
Celebrating a Milestone: 750 Testimonials for ACEA®, the Premier Programme for Executive Assistants
Since its inception in 2012, the Advanced Certificate for the Executive Assistant: ACEA® has been at the forefront of professional...
February 17, 2024•2 min read
Razors of Wisdom: 20 Razors Every Executive Assistant Needs (plus one for Good Measure)
"Have you ever heard of Occam's Razor? Most of us have, but if challenged, would have to look up what it means. Razors, such as Occam's,...
February 15, 2024•1 min read
January 2024
Strategic Partnerships: The Unseen Power of Executive Assistants
The terms "business partner" and "strategic partner" have become increasingly familiar, particularly in the domain of executive...
January 28, 2024•2 min read
Beyond the Finish Line: The Continuous Journey of Goal Achievement
The Finish Line Fallacy Long-distance runners understand that crossing the finish line is not the conclusion but the beginning of a...
January 13, 2024•3 min read
Balancing Acts: The Art and Impact of Saying No as an Executive Assistant.
As an Executive Assistant the ability to gracefully say "NO" is a valuable skill that can significantly impact your effectiveness and the...
January 8, 2024•4 min read