Have you ever experienced discomfort or unease while attempting to network? Our networks can be our superpower, especially as assistants. In this podcast episode, you will learn: The value of in-person networking and the power of collective knowledge Practical strategies for effective and successful networking How to manage discomfort and unease during networking events Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assi...
Aug 31, 2023•16 min
Do you underestimate your unique strengths, assuming others possess the same skills? How could recognizing and using your strengths enhance your impact and further your career? Tune in to this instalment of The Whole Assistant Podcast, where I introduce the concept of “strengths discounting”. Discover how to embrace your natural abilities, overcome imposter syndrome, and leverage your unique perspective for success. Don't miss this empowering episode that will help you recognize your worth and u...
Aug 24, 2023•9 min
Is being "at the top" truly the end of the road, or is there a world of untapped possibilities waiting for you? In this episode, I share what to do when there’s no upward mobility in your current position. I will challenge you to consider the various paths still open for growth, whether it's within your current role, the pursuit of new interests, or embracing different opportunities. In this episode you will learn: How to challenge your thoughts about being “at the top" and embrace ongoing oppor...
Aug 17, 2023•13 min
Do you ever find yourself navigating your career path feeling uncertain and craving guidance? During this episode, I discuss the importance of mentorship for executive assistants. I share my own experience with my first mentor and highlight the valuable lessons I learned from her along the way. I also share a life lesson I learned dancing tango and how it informs the way I view mentorship. In this episode, you will learn: The 2 types of mentorship and why they’re both valid Things to consider wh...
Aug 10, 2023•16 min
In this episode, we continue our two-part mini-series on burnout. If you missed last week's episode on recognizing burnout, I encourage you to catch up before diving into today's discussion. Today, we delve into strategies for interrupting the burnout spiral and regaining control of our well-being and success. Join me as we explore ways to set boundaries, challenge thought errors, and reconnect with ourselves to achieve a fulfilling career. In this episode, you will learn: Common ways of thinkin...
Aug 03, 2023•20 min
Have you ever found yourself feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and just emotionally drained at work? Well, in this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, we're diving deep into a topic that might hit close to home for many of us – burnout. Recognizing burnout, and understanding where it comes from, are the first steps towards building a healthier and more fulfilling work life. During this episode, you will learn: What burnout is and how it manifests in our work and life The burnout spiral and the ...
Jul 27, 2023•25 min
What is the #1 barrier to increased productivity? I guarantee it's not your coworkers, workload, or even your executive. During this episode you will learn: How your brain can make or break your productive output Unchecked beliefs that are holding you back How starting small can lead to more productive days If you're in the Dallas/Fort Worth are please join Melissa Peoples and me for Executive Assistant Masteremind on August 25. To learn more and register, click here . Enjoy what you're hearing ...
Jul 20, 2023•20 min
During this week's episode I talk about how to think about yourself, and who you want to be, with intention and heart. I cover: How focusing on "being" instead of "doing" can lead to releasing perfectionism Your relationship with your future, past, and current self The steps to onboarding a new and improved self-concept Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/grou...
Jul 13, 2023•24 min
This episode is dedicated to my action takers. As someone who loves to take action I can speak first hand to attempting to use action in order to avoid discomfort. During this episode you will learn: The top two unhelpful responses your brain has to experiencing challenging emotion The importance of getting good at feeling any emotion How to get to the root of any emotion Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole As...
Jul 06, 2023•23 min
For many years I consistently overrode my gut, especially when it came to authority figures. As a result I found myself in unnecessary and challenging situations. Over the years I've learned to trust my gut. During this episode I break down: Why trusting your gut is so crucial in your career & in life The roadblocks to trusting your "spidey-sense" How to reengage with and learn to trust your gut To grab your copy of my Work Boundaries Inventory: wholeassistant.com/wbi Enjoy what you're heari...
Jun 29, 2023•21 min
In a recent survey of administrative professionals conducted by Office Otter , being overworked was the number one frustration of the 500+ admins that participated. Unsurprisingly, in this study 27% of admins consistently experience extreme stress in their roles, and 67% said the consistently feel somewhat stressed. 94% Listen to this episode to learn: What really causes stress The role of productivity & time management in reducing stress How to combine mind management, systems, and producti...
Jun 22, 2023•13 min
During this episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast I talk in depth about how to strengthen your resilience muscle. You will learn: Why resilience is so important in life and as an assistant How to strengthen your resilience muscle Why your ability to experience any emotion is the key to success in building resilience The other episode I reference is E49 - The Beauty & Art of Active Failure . Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Conn...
Jun 15, 2023•15 min
I’m a big fan of aligning with your executive’s priorities. But… How do you align with their priorities when they haven’t slowed down long enough to consider what their priorities actually are? During this episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast I share a strategy that has the potential to help you and your executive gain clarity around their priorities. Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Gr...
Jun 08, 2023•11 min
If you’ve been a part of my world for a while then you already know I consistently advocate for focus. Focus is the secret sauce for success. It will help you: Improve productivity & time management Reduce mistakes Reduce overwhelm Avoid burnout Why is it that we don’t incorporate more focus throughout our day? The truth is, we have inadvertently trained our brains to resist focus. Our work often transpires with countless tabs open, while our smartphones incessantly demand our attention with...
Jun 01, 2023•18 min
As the people with the answers in our respective work environments, it’s really easy to onboard work that would be better suited for someone else or that isn’t the best use of your time. By being solutions oriented without being the solution you can still offer a tremendous amount of value while simultaneously showing up more strategically in your position. During today’s podcast episode I break down: Why being the solution for everyone can be problematic How to detach from our internal need to ...
May 25, 2023•14 min
Boundaries skyrocket our effectiveness in our roles, help us strategically manage our time, and help to ensure that our non-working hours are spent (you guessed it) not working. The biggest barrier I come across when it comes to establishing a new boundary isn’t our executives or colleagues. It’s us. During this episode I break down: How to think about boundaries in a way that will help you successfully hold them How to let your boundaries stand on their own When to let your boundaries breathe a...
May 18, 2023•21 min
Today’s podcast episode is short, unplanned, and spoken from the heart. I share how you can leverage being the worst at something in order to achieve ultimate success. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed recording it. Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WholeAssistant Visit My Website: www.wholeassistant.com Follow Me On LinkedIn: https://ww...
May 11, 2023•11 min
During this podcast episode I sit down with Melissa Peoples to discuss all things productivity & time management. You will learn: The most common roadblocks and time management misconceptions we consistently see How Melissa and I strategically manage our time Our best secrets and strategies for creating focus and relieving overwhelm To learn more and register for EA Revolution Denver with Melissa Peoples: https://www.wholeassistant.com/EA-Revolution-Denver Enjoy what you're hearing on the po...
May 04, 2023•54 min
In this episode, I explore how our brains are wired to crave certainty and predictability, leading us to search for the "one right way" to do something. As an assistant, you may have experienced this before, constantly researching for best practices and doubting your decisions because you believe someone else has the right answer. You will learn: The difference between best practices and "the one right way" The 2 different pitfalls that result from believing there's one perfect way to do somethi...
Apr 27, 2023•13 min
Do you often find yourself avoiding risks or challenges out of fear of failure? Do you beat yourself up when you fall short of your goals or expectations? If so, you're not alone. Many of us have been conditioned to view failure as a negative experience, something to be avoided at all costs. What if I told you that failure could be a superpower? That by embracing failure, you could learn, grow, and ultimately achieve success as an assistant? During this episode I share my own experiences with ac...
Apr 20, 2023•22 min
During this episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast I sat down with fellow podcaster and EA advocate, Jeremy Burrows. This episode is jam packed with valuable tips and strategies for success. It was also recorded with both of our podcasts in mind. You will learn: One common pitfall when it comes to your work and self-worth Our best tips when it comes to generating confidence How to frame your career path when you've already reached "the top" To learn more about Jeremy please visit his website at ...
Apr 13, 2023•59 min
During this episode of the podcast I share 5 shifts that have helped me and my clients show up with excellence. You will learn: The sneaky ways fear can present itself & how they affect excellence The connection between living into your values & showing up with excellence The difference between excellence & perfection Grab your copy of my latest resource, the Work Boundaries Inventory: https://www.wholeassistant.com/work-boundaries-inventory Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? ...
Apr 06, 2023•29 min
How do you feel when you look at your to-do list? If your answer is overwhelmed you’re not alone. During this episode I share a simple strategy that will help you in real time... during the moments you’re actually experiencing overwhelm. You will learn: How the myth of multitasking is keeping you stuck, fatigued, and less productive How focusing on “the next one thing” can get you out of overwhelm Strategies that will help you develop a focused brain Article mentioned in the podcast: https://www...
Mar 30, 2023•20 min
On the surface, people pleasing seems harmless. You’re just trying to do everything perfectly and make sure other people are happy with your work….right? Unfortunately, under the surface, people pleasing is extremely detrimental. At its root, it’s essentially tying your identity and self-worth to another person. During this episode I share: A litmus test for knowing whether or not your people pleasing The most common reasons why we people please How people pleasing can actually reduce your effec...
Mar 23, 2023•26 min
Join me as I reflect on the 3 areas of growth I'm most grateful for since I suffered a stroke 11 years ago. You will hear: Why having a stroke was such a blessing My "why" for starting Whole Assistant Where self-worth actually comes from To hear the full story of my stroke: https://www.wholeassistant.com/podcasts/the-whole-assistant-podcast/episodes/2147724715 Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Face...
Mar 16, 2023•16 min
I'm really excited to introduce the concept of "want matches" to you. This concept is a whole new way of framing your role, and helping you determine whether or not it's a good fit. You will learn: What a want match is. Why there's no such thing as a 100% want match When I recommend staying in your role When I recommend leaving your role. Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group: https://ww...
Mar 09, 2023•23 min
If you’re looking for clarity around what you actually want, today’s podcast episode is for you. During today’s episode you will learn: 3 strategies to know exactly what you want A couple of pitfalls to watch out for when it comes to knowing what you want Why it’s okay to change your mind Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WholeAssistant Visit My Websi...
Mar 02, 2023•17 min
On today’s episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast I break down these shifts. You will: Explore why you’re feeling stuck Learn 2 different strategies for getting unstuck Walk away with clarity about your options Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WholeAssistant Visit My Website: www.wholeassistant.com Follow Me On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/a...
Feb 23, 2023•17 min
I want to give a shout out to those of us who are currently dealing with challenging situations at home or in their personal life. This episode is for you! You'll learn: Why it's unrealistic to compartmentalize 100% of the time How other response to you doesn't have as much to do with you as you might think Why showing up with grace for yourself is always the best option Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WholeAssistant Visit My Website: www....
Feb 16, 2023•18 min
Some exciting changes are on the horizon for 2023! Please note: This isn't a normal episode where I share a mindset shift or strategy. This is more of a "family family update". If you are new to the podcast I recommend you start with another episode. About Level Up: https://www.wholeassistant.com/levelup Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WholeAssistant Visit My Website: www.wholeassistant.com Follow Me On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/i...
Feb 02, 2023•19 min
