I'm interested - For the C-level Executive Assistants and their Executives, what are some of the top skills desired for success, leveling up and scaling?

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October 22,2021 at 4:45PM UTC

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I'm interested - For the C-level Executive Assistants and their Executives, what are some of the top skills desired for success, leveling up and scaling? I understand what it took to make it to that level may not be the same as thriving at that level.

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Joanne RosenOctober 22,2021 at 6:40PM UTC
If you read some job descriptions for the positions that interest you, I think you'll find a lot of the information. It varies within industries.
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Joanne
AnonymousOctober 25,2021 at 3:05PM UTC
I think it depends on the industry and on the executive, to be honest! Have you been an admin before?
SueOctober 26,2021 at 6:21PM UTC
I will tell you that being able to schedule complex meetings with multiple others is key. Being able to prioritize what is important and what can wait. Being able to manage what calls actually get through. You will get so many calling to say "Jim said to call" and if you have not seen this number or name before - they are just hoping you will put them through. Being able to be the eyes and ears of their team so you can best diffuse situations or let your exec know for proper guidance. Have good knowledge on the Microsoft Suite. These come to the top of my head and what I tell others what helped me along the years as an EA,
Corinne BurchOctober 29,2021 at 7:14PM UTC
Every executive is different. Learn their style and adapt to their needs. Look for tasks that you can take off their plate. Free them up so they can devote themselves to the best and highest use of their time. Try to see around corners and head off potential problems before they occur. Be proactive, meticulously organized and flexible. Interact professionally and politely with everyone you come into contact to. You are a reflection upon your exec. Dress and speak professionally. Learn all you can about the industry and the business.
If you want to level up, seek out a mentor. Take advantage of training opportunities if your company offers them. Be more visible. Take on extra projects, join company committees or participate in community projects. Speak up in meetings and think of ways to solve an existing problem at your workplace.