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You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- Have you ever found yourself suddenly responsible for HR tasks and wondering if you’re crossing a line, but not sure where that line is? This episode is all about shining a light on the blurred boundaries that come with executive assistants taking on HR functions, especially in startup environments where official HR support might be thin (or even nonexistent!).  In this episode, you will discover: Why documentation and handling sensitive information demands strict awareness of compliance and personal liability. Real-life stories from my own assistant journey that highlight the importance of protecting yourself. Plus a resource that will be helpful for you in navigating HR functions within the context of your role. ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Snag your free strategic planning session guide. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send me an email: [email protected]

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- In this episode, I sit down with Lynn Walder to dig deep into the future of business administration and how assistants can break out of outdated models. We explore Lynn’s game-changing Executive Operations Cohort Model; a roadmap to elevate business administration into its own vertical, with clear career growth, measurable ROI, and genuine influence. Whether you’re facing career roadblocks, craving more respect and mobility, or just ready to reimagine your value, you’ll want to listen in. In this episode, you will discover: Why the traditional admin model keeps us stuck, and what it takes to move to a standalone administration vertical that’s respected at the strategy table. The three-stage framework for change: how to pilot, formalize, and ultimately standardize business administration as a core business function. The importance of speaking the language of business and tracking your value using data, not just relationships or tenure. How to combat resistance, both from leadership and within admin teams, and use practical strategies to build bridges, foster collaboration, and create real career paths. Tune in and get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about your role, your value, and your future in business administration! ----------------------------------------------Resources mentioned in this episode:  Full step-by-step implementation guide for: A New ROI Paradigm: Business Administration for the Future of Work (The Executive Operations Change Management Roadmap) Link to Lynn's  "Admin Title Recalibration Initiative" framework presentation (launched in 2018, refreshed in 2023) -  key TLDR slides below(you can also  access the full google drive of editable/downloadable docs inclusive of baseline JDs for each level through this article HERE) Admin Task Tracker Template (to be used in an audit structure of 2 times a year for 1 - 2 weeks of tracking and data analysis)   ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Snag your free strategic planning session guide. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send me an email: [email protected]

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I open up about my personal journey of reassessing and leveling up my standards for 2026. I share the standards I’m choosing with intention, and the mindset shifts that make it possible. In this episode, you will discover: How small, incremental shifts in your standards can lead to powerful breakthroughs in your life and career How to lean into self-trust, not self-control when you adopt a new standard Ways to reassess your definition of worthiness, embrace ease, and set boundaries that feel good to you ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Snag your free strategic planning session guide. Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send me an email: [email protected]

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- What if small incremental shifts are the secret to creating lasting change? In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I share why the most sustainable breakthroughs often start with tiny, strategic upgrades rather than massive overhauls. I also reveal why consistency (not perfection) is one of the most effective ways to create the life you want. In this episode, you will discover: Why incremental change is more effective (and lasting) than dramatic, all-at-once actions How to set sustainable goals that help you “become”, as well as achieve Practical steps to implement small upgrades in your professional and personal life without the overwhelm ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Snag your free strategic planning session guide. Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send me an email: [email protected]

January 13-15 I’m hosting a free 3-day challenge for executive assistants who want to get organized for their most impactful year, without adding more work to their plate. Join the free challenge here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/challenge ---------------------------------------------- Are you looking for a clear path to creating momentum in 2026? After reflecting on my own journey and the energy I want to bring to our EA community this year, I share intentional strategies to help you clear the clutter, define your vision, build systems that work for you, and increase your visibility, without hustling harder. If you're ready to show up strategically and make a meaningful impact, this episode is for you. In this episode, you will discover: How clarity is your launchpad for creating career leverage. Where to focus your energy when it comes to reducing mental load, increasing ease, and setting yourself up for sustainable success. Strategies for fostering visibility (even if you're an introvert). ---------------------------------------------- Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ---------------------------------------------- Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected:  Snag your free strategic planning session guide. Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn.

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- Working for an executive who thrives in chaos can leave you feeling frustrated and questioning your own abilities. You are not the problem, and you are not responsible for fixing someone else’s patterns. In this “best of 2025” episode, I unpack why some leaders operate in chaos, how to stop taking it personally, and what it looks like to stay grounded when everything around you feels unpredictable. In this episode, you will discover: Why chaos feels normal for some executives How to stop blaming yourself for situations you did not create Ways to stay professional and calm in messy environments How to decide whether a chaotic workplace is the right fit for you   ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- Many assistants slip into the role of “rescuer” without even realizing it. The problem is that rescuing drains your energy and keeps you from operating as a true strategic partner. In this “best of 2025” episode, I break down the shift from rescuer to guide and why this change helps you show up with more confidence, clarity, and impact. In this episode, you will discover: The key differences between rescuing and guiding How to recognize when you are in rescuer mode Simple strategies to protect your energy and step into a more empowered role ---------------------------------------------- Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]  

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- The gatekeeper label is common for executive assistants, but it often keeps EAs operating in a narrow role. Real impact comes from becoming the bridge, someone who supports clarity, connection, and collaboration across the organization. In this “best of 2025” episode, I break down why this shift matters and how it elevates your influence and strengthens your partnership with your executive. In this episode, you will discover: Why the gatekeeper mindset limits communication How acting as a bridge strengthens culture and alignment The ways this shift improves your relationship with your executive and the broader team ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- Executive presence is not reserved for people in the spotlight. It is a skill you can build, and it has a direct impact on how you are perceived and the influence you hold. In this “best of 2025” episode, I break down what executive presence actually looks like and why it matters for executive assistants at every level. You will learn the key behaviors that strengthen trust, elevate credibility, and help you show up with confidence and clarity. In this episode, you will discover: What executive presence is and why it is essential for executive assistants How confidence, clarity, emotional intelligence, and influence shape your impact Practical ways to show up with authority and composure, even if you prefer to stay behind the scenes Simple strategies, from communication to presentation, that help you cultivate executive presence consistently  ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]

Grab my Cyber Week Bundle → https://www.wholeassistant.com/bundle ---------------------------------------------- Are you moving through your days at full speed yet still feeling like you are not making meaningful progress?  Many assistants live in a constant state of busy without ever experiencing the relief of being ahead. In this “best of 2025” episode, I break down the five core habits that set exceptionally efficient executive assistants apart.  These habits are practical, repeatable, and designed to help you work with more clarity, ease, and strategic impact. In this episode, you will discover: How to build simple systems that reinforce your productivity instead of draining it What it looks like to prioritize with intention, even when everything feels urgent How to communicate with clarity and confidently articulate your value The time management habits that keep you proactive—and how to know when it is time to ask for support  ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- Happy Thanksgiving! I just want to say THANK YOU for hanging with me here on the podcast.  ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants. Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- Ever find yourself buried in an overflowing inbox, juggling competing priorities, and wondering how you’re supposed to operate strategically when everything feels urgent?  You’re not alone, and this episode is for you. In this conversation, Melissa Peoples and I get real about what assistants are navigating right now.  We dive into your toughest, spiciest questions, from building trust with your exec and staying out of burnout, to holding boundaries, tightening up workflows, and dropping the myth that you have to be “always on” to be effective. Inside this episode, we cover:   How to shift out of “taskmaster mode” and show up more strategically, even when your confidence wavers. Clear ways to handle reorgs, ballooning responsibilities, and leaders who aren’t communicating. How to hold colleagues (and executives) accountable without slipping into people-pleasing or resentment. Simple systems for managing your inbox, workload, and priorities so you can quiet the chaos and operate at your best. If you’re feeling overextended, overlooked, or undervalued, press play.  This conversation brings both clarity and the practical steps to help you stand tall in your role, own your expertise, and embrace your badassery. Connect with Melissa Peoples:Check out Melissa People’s website HERE ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]

You’re invited to Empowered Seat, my membership  designed to help you grow, lead, and rise alongside other powerhouse assistants.   Join Here → https://www.wholeassistant.com/empoweredseat ---------------------------------------------- Sometimes the only way forward is to release what no longer fits. During this episode I pull back the curtain and give you an inside look at my own personal journey and transformation over 2025.  You’ll hear raw reflections on grief and joy, what it looks like to rebuild community from the ground up. You’ll also discover how surrendering to the unknown can open the door to deeper peace, richer connection, and the courage to dream bigger than ever before. Let’s dive in. ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]      

Ever left your annual review feeling unseen or unsure how to ask for the raise you deserve? If you’ve ever downplayed your wins or dreaded talking up your wins, this episode is for you. I’m joined by the brilliant Madelyn Mackie, former admin turned CEO and career activator, to talk about how to show up to your review with confidence and strategy. In this episode, we cover: How to communicate your impact without feeling “braggadocious” A simple system for tracking wins and quantifying results  Why ongoing feedback matters more than once-a-year reviews How to prepare and advocate for raises like a pro It’s time to stop minimizing your contributions and start owning your impact. Hit play and let’s get you ready to crush your next review. Connect with Madelyn Mackie Check out Madelyn Mackie’s website HERE Follow Madelyn Mackie on LinkedIn HERE Book your free consult with Madelyn HERE ----------------------------------------------Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------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 fulfillmentGrab your free guide here.----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]  

In this episode, I share the origins of my brand new membership, The Empowered Seat, and take you behind the scenes on why and how this offer was created for ambitious assistants just like you. I dive into the gaps I’ve seen in professional development for administrative professionals, and show you how this new community is designed to meet you where you are, help you grow, and empower you in the most accessible, strategic way possible. In this episode, you will discover: Why traditional professional development often falls short for busy assistants and how The Empowered Seat addresses those gaps. All about the flexible structure of the membership, including pre-recorded trainings, private podcast access, and real-time group support. How a diverse range of outside industry experts and topics make this community unique and truly valuable. The intentional, affordable pricing (plus tips for getting employer sponsorship!). 👉🏼 Click here to learn more & join Empowered Seat. Claim an extra $50 off your annual membership with code EMPOWEREDAF. Request employer sponsorship using this email template. ----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Book your free coaching discovery call. Visit the website. Follow me on LinkedIn. Send Me an Email: [email protected]