Consistency. Is. Key.

In this episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast, I dive into the frequently forgotten power of consistency and how it can be a game changer for your career as an executive assistant. From showing up reliably each day to emotional steadiness and prioritizing your tasks, consistency not only builds trust with your executive but also sets you up for greater responsibility and professional growth.

In this episode, you will discover:

• How consistency fosters trust and potentially reduces micromanaging
• The importance of emotional consistency
• Practical steps to identify and tackle barriers to consistency in your daily work

Are you ready to embrace your badassery & turbocharge trust with your executive?

Click here to register for my free hour-long masterclass, 3 Ways to Establish Trust in Your Executive Assistant Role.

The doors to The Leveled-Up Assistant are now open! Click here to learn more.

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive.

This will help you:
- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session
- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals
- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillment

Grab your free guide here.

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Want to know one sneaky thing that may be hindering your success?

In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I explore the often-overlooked yet critical element of setting yourself up for success. As we kick off the new year, it's the perfect time to reassess your processes, automate where possible, and calibrate your priorities to ensure you're not just doing tasks but making a meaningful impact.

In this episode, you will discover:

• Why setting yourself up for success often isn’t prioritized and goes overlooked
• Tips for building and maintaining trust through consistency and alignment with your executive's priorities
• How to articulate your value proposition through optimized and documented processes

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Are you ready to embrace your badassery & turbocharge trust with your executive?

Click here to register for my free upcoming hour-long masterclass, 3 Ways to Establish Trust in Your Executive Assistant Role.

You discover a path to:

• Garner your executive’s trust and land yourself in the "BEST ASSISTANT EVER" category
• Focus your energy on what truly matters so you're seen as a trusted partner, not just a task manager
• Unlock one game-changing secret that will turbocharge your partnership and elevate your career

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive.

This will help you:
- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session
- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals
- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillment

Grab your free guide here.

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Ready to become your executive's most trusted ally? Discover the game-changing secrets to building unshakeable trust in your EA role through an exclusive, no-cost masterclass. This power-packed session will reveal the precise blueprint for earning your executive's complete confidence and transforming your professional relationship.

Go here to register: wholeassistant.com/trust

Learn where to focus your efforts for maximum impact and unlock a career-accelerating secret that will elevate your partnership to new heights. If you're ready to step into your power and become the indispensable right-hand your executive needs, this masterclass is your launching pad.

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your EA journey and embrace your "badassery." The transformation begins next week!

Are you aware of how you’re shaping your company's culture?

In this “best of 2024” episode, I dive into the often underestimated influence that executive assistants have on work environments. I highlight three key ways that executive assistants impact company culture.

In this episode, you will discover:
- The pivotal role executive assistants play as the bridge between their executive and the rest of the organization
- How the organizational knowledge and insights of executive assistants can shape company culture
- The significance of setting the standard and tone in the organization, from addressing gossip to avoiding micromanagement

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive.

This will help you:
- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session
- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals
- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillment

Grab your free guide here.

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What is productivity actually?

In this “Best of 2024” episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast, we demystify some common misconceptions about productivity that could be holding you back. By debunking these misguided beliefs, you’ll learn how to streamline your processes, reduce the amount of time it takes to complete tasks, and ultimately increase your overall productive output.

In this episode, you will discover:
- 3 productivity myths that may be holding you back
- How to implement strategies that allow you to work smarter, not harder
- Practical techniques like templatizing, automating, and gamifying your tasks to get more done in less time

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive.

This will help you:
- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session
- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals
- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillment

Grab your free guide here.

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This episode is part of our “Best of 2024” series, and focuses on work hacks that keep me in the driver’s seat of my day.

I dive into 5 simple-but-mighty strategies, sharing practical tips and tricks to enhance productivity, stay focused, and manage your workload efficiently.

In this episode, you will discover:
- My favorite counterintuitive strategy to boost your productivity and focus
- One thing that completely transformed how I work, and keeps me free from burnout
- How to stay curious and open-minded in challenging conversations
- One simple hack that helps me feel in control of my day

I've witnessed the incredible growth my clients have had with these “hacks” and seen the positive impact it has had on their lives and work. It is my hope they will be as impactful in your own work life.

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive.

This will help you:
- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session
- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals
- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillment

Grab your free guide here.

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Hey there! Welcome to December and the end of the year. I absolutely love this time of year, reflecting on the past and looking forward to the future.

As I was thinking about what to share on the podcast this month, I thought it would be fun and helpful to revisit some of the best episodes from 2024.

The concepts I share in these episodes have sparked light bulb moments, and have been game-changers for many of my clients. I believe they will be just as impactful for you!

To kick off the series, I'm reposting one of the most loved episodes titled "Deciding on How You See Yourself". In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of self-perception and its impact on your success as an assistant. I explore the impact of how you see yourself, and how your self-perception can either empower or hinder your growth.

In this episode, you will discover:

- How to break free from fitting into a specific mold, and define your unique career path
- One underlying belief you may be holding onto, and how this belief manifests
- The significance of embracing who you are and stepping into the fullness of your badassery

Whether you're a seasoned assistant or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable strategies that will help you thrive in your role.

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive.

This will help you:
- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session
- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals
- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillment

Grab your free guide here.

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In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I'm digging into the power of gratitude and how it can significantly improve the quality of our lives. I share personal stories, including one from a friend who turned gratitude into a daily practice, and my own experience using gratitude to navigate some tough times.

In this episode, you will discover:
- Actual statistics around gratitude and happiness
- Heartfelt personal stories that show the impact of daily gratitude in action
- Easy-to-follow tips for making gratitude a regular part of your life, even when things get rough

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive.

This will help you:
- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session
- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals
- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillment

Grab your free guide here.

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Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.

Stay Connected:

Book your free discovery call.

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Send Me an Email: annie@wholeassistant.com