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The First Executive Assistant: Building a Partnership from the Ground UpThere is something quite different about becoming an executive’s first Executive Assistant.There is no established rhythm to inherit. No predecessor’s systems to follow. Often, there isn’t even a clearly defined understanding of where the exec...

​Cognitive Testing in Executive Assistant Recruitment: Selection Tool or Development Tool?Cognitive and psychometric assessments are now a familiar part of many recruitment processes.In recent Executive Assistant searches, I have worked with organisations that use assessment in very different ways. Some incorporat...

Why hiring an EA is not an administrative decision — it’s a leadership one.After years of working closely with CEOs, founders, Chief People Officers, and high-performing executives, one pattern continues to emerge.The Executive Assistant role is one of the most critical hires a leader can make — yet it remains ...

​In today’s corporate environment, senior leaders face one of the most demanding business landscapes in recent memory. Market volatility, mergers and acquisitions, organisational restructures, and digital transformation initiatives are no longer occasional events — they are constants. For CEOs and executives ta...

​The beginning of 2025 is presenting as being within a strong candidate market. High-performing executive assistants currently have more positions available to them, meaning greater choice in their career progression.​So, while it’s good news for you in the long run as you’ll know the EA you’ve selected has also car...

In today's fast-paced business world, executives are constantly juggling multiple responsibilities and competing priorities. As an executive assistant, your role is crucial in helping your leader achieve their key performance indicators (KPIs) and strategic goals. But what exactly do you need to be doing and thi...

​As a busy HR manager or C-suite executive, looking for a top-quality executive assistant,  you want to know what constitutes the typical executive assistant salary. Of course, this depends on the level of professionalism, support and experience your role needs. As with all positions, the greater the experience and ...

In today's competitive job market, it's not uncommon to feel dissatisfied or apprehensive about your current position. With the looming possibility of a redundancy, or increasingly attractive conditions and pay packets on offer, you might be tempted to make rash decisions. However, it’s crucial to first cons...

​In the wake of the pandemic, and with many organisations having adapted to remote working arrangements, you might have become accustomed to working from home. However, you’ve most likely noticed a recent shift in focus, with most senior leaders preferring to return to face-to-face arrangements. As an executive assi...

​In the current job market, I’m speaking to many HR managers who are experiencing significant challenges in attracting high-quality applicants for their crucial executive assistant roles. The usual strategies of leveraging industry contacts and advertising in a variety of locations aren’t working, requiring some out...