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The Admin Edge

The American Society of Administrative Professionalswww.asaporg.com
The Admin Edge is a podcast for executive assistants and administrative professionals to learn from their peers and advance their careers. Featuring expert guests and timely topics, this podcast delves deep into specific areas of concern for admins today and answers career questions submitted by office professionals worldwide.
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Episodes

How to Master Time Management

Looking for time management strategies as an executive assistant or administrative professional? Learn from Harvard Business School professor Ashley Whillans to more effectively find, fund, and reframe your time. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast .

Aug 13, 202418 minSeason 3Ep. 6

How to Partner with Your Exec

Want a stronger relationship with your executive? Mia Lane, Manager, Executive & Administration at UKG, shares her experience with genuine partnership and the strategies she finds most effective for maintaining strong communication and alignment. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Aug 06, 202413 minSeason 3Ep. 5

How to Navigate the Job Search

On the hunt for your next role? EA and ASAP Advisory Board member Katie Hendrickson provides her job search and application do’s and don’ts. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Jul 30, 202418 minSeason 3Ep. 4

How to Be an Effective Leader

Want to boost your leadership skills and impact? CEO and former executive assistant Tareka Wheeler reveals her strategies for leading with empathy and influence. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Jul 23, 202417 minSeason 3Ep. 3

How to Choose an AI Tool

Wondering which AI tool is right for you? AI expert and former executive assistant Robyn Greaves shares her tips for selection based on your workflow and efficiency goals. Recorded at EA Ignite Fall 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Jul 16, 202415 minSeason 3Ep. 2

How to Boost Your Confidence

Want to raise your confidence and resilience as an assistant? Take inspiration from guest Chynna Clayton, the former “body-woman” of First Lady Michelle Obama. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Jul 09, 202411 minSeason 3Ep. 1

How to Map Your Dream Career

Unsure of the next step in your career path? Madelyn Mackie shares her tips for deciding where you want to go and how to get there, so you can land your dream job. Recorded at EA Ignite Fall 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

May 07, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 6

How to Navigate Generational Differences

Do you have generational biases at work? Dr. Carrie Spell-Hansson shares how you can start challenging assumptions and having more meaningful conversations with colleagues across generations. Recorded at EA Ignite Fall 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Apr 30, 202417 minSeason 2Ep. 5

How to Adapt to Change

Adaptability is an essential skill for admins and EAs. Longtime administrative professional Zynetta Canning O’Neill shares how she has navigated organizational change and why EA Ignite motivates her to rise to the challenge. Recorded at EA Ignite Fall 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Apr 23, 202412 minSeason 2Ep. 4

How to Set Boundaries

Do you struggle with work-life balance? Executive and personal assistant Ike Saunders shares how to delineate boundaries and thrive in a role that blends the personal and professional. Recorded at EA Ignite Fall 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Apr 16, 20247 minSeason 2Ep. 3

How to Be an Intrapreneur

Admins and EAs are well-positioned to influence and innovate within their organizations. Intraprenerushup expert Dr. Chithra Anand shares ways you can take initiative and make an impact on your business today. Recorded at EA Ignite Fall 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Apr 09, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 2

How to Show Executive Presence

Want to be seen as a capable, confident leader? Alicia Fairclough, founder of EA How To, shares ways you can exude executive energy and prove your value as a strategic business partner. Recorded at EA Ignite Fall 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Apr 02, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Why Professional Development Matters

Interested in professional development as an admin or executive assistant, but unsure if it’s worth it? Hear from your peers on the benefits of having a budget for training and acquiring new skills, connections, and inspiration for career advancement. Featuring APC speakers Joshua Washington and Paul Pennant; ASAP Advisory Board members Norma Lemon-Turner, Krista Hopkins, and Peyton Ticknor; and APC attendees. Recorded at the Administrative Professionals Conference 2023 and produced by the Ameri...

Feb 27, 202415 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Why Certification Matters

Interested in certification as an admin or executive assistant, but unsure if it’s worth it? Hear from your peers on the benefits of receiving the Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence - PACE, including raises and new opportunities through community. Featuring admins from Capital One, Amentum, AARP, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, including Anne Sherwood in conversation with Peyton Ticknor. Recorded at the Administrative Professionals Conference 2023 and produced by the Amer...

Feb 20, 202413 minSeason 1Ep. 7

What Admins Want

Want a raise, quiet quitting, or struggling to stay positive as an admin or executive assistant? Stephanie Powley talks with Peyton Ticknor about common questions and issues that come up for admins and how to resolve them. Recorded at the Administrative Professionals Conference 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Feb 13, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 6

How to Advance as a Project Manager

Do you already feel like a project manager as an admin or executive assistant, but want to prove your expertise and impress your boss? Joe Pusz (The PMO Squad) talks with Alexa Kirby about how to approach your tasks as projects and the right project management questions to ask before you begin for a higher likelihood of success. Recorded at the Administrative Professionals Conference 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listene...

Feb 06, 20248 minSeason 1Ep. 5

How to Give Yourself Grace

Dealing with burnout or imposter syndrome as an admin or executive assistant? Kaylon Emeary talks with Peyton Ticknor about self-care and tips for maintaining gratitude, focus, and self-confidence at work. Recorded at the Administrative Professionals Conference 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Jan 30, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 4

How to Advocate for Yourself

Want to advocate for a higher salary, professional development budget, and more as an admin or executive assistant? Lucy Brazier, OBE (Executive Support Media) talks with Alexa Kirby about how to understand and communicate the value you bring. Recorded at the Administrative Professionals Conference 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Jan 23, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Why Admins Should Embrace AI

Looking for ways to use AI in your daily work as an admin or executive assistant? Tech experts share their tips, predictions, and takeaways from the AI hype cycle. Featuring Molly Denham (Vexa Software), Haefa Mansour (EA Buddy), Matt Martin (Clockwise), Matt Oden (Execify), Alex Bayer (Vimcal), Kevin Jacyna (Circleback), and Melissa Peoples (Admin Gurus). Recorded at the Administrative Professionals Conference 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Lea...

Jan 16, 202418 minSeason 1Ep. 2

How to Make AI Work for You

Is AI going to steal your job as an admin or executive assistant? Rhonda Scharf talks with Peyton Ticknor about how you should be using AI and ChatGPT to stay relevant. Recorded at the Administrative Professionals Conference 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Jan 02, 202413 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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