Pay attention to the following summary of the self-sustaining qualities, techniques, skills, and traits that prepare Assistants to meet the future. These are precise specifications for the Executive Assistant who acts as and aspires to be a collaborative Business Partner. Together, these elements reinforce the creative quality of this position.

Our last two years have seen some extraordinary changes in our world across a broad spectrum of issues. What has this meant for Professional Assistants and how has this impacted our role?  Where should your focus be, in this evolving business environment? Your competitive edge is gained by maximizing the Executives’ time to focus on strategic planning and business development. How can this be accomplished? Listen in...

While Executives grapple with global, competitive pressures and regulatory change to attain a distinct business advantage, effective Assistants must likewise comprehend the impact of these events on their roles. The Executive Assistant requires sophisticated levels of skills and purpose in achieving their goals. This is now a different job. From industry leader Melba J. Duncan, author of the Harvard Business Review's "The Case for Executive Assistants" and the current book "EQ/IQ: Developing Leadership Intelligence for Effective Executive Support", here are three things you need to know.