The Whole Assistant Podcast

Is there a difficult conversation you've been avoiding?

In this episode, I dive deep into the art of having difficult conversations, and share practical strategies for achieving a successful outcome.

You will discover:
- The significance of cleaning up your thoughts prior to having difficult conversations
- Strategies for approaching challenging discussions with curiosity, not defensiveness 
- The importance of knowing when to pause

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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 fulfillment

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As an executive assistant, have you ever considered your influence when it comes to fostering trust within your team? 

In this episode I sit down with my friend and Chief of Staff, Jennifer Connelly, to discuss the crucial topic of building safety and trust in the workplace. We focus on the pivotal role executive assistants play in fostering psychological safety, collaboration, and innovation. 

In this episode, you will discover:
- How to balance accountability with creating an environment where team members feel secure enough to take risks and make mistakes
- The importance of transparency in addressing trust issues within a team
- How to promote safety by establishing and maintaining personal and professional boundaries in the workplace

Jennifer Connelly - Chief of Staff at Alder Companies (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdconnelly)

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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 fulfillment

Grab your free guide here!

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Have you ever been disappointed by the result of a working style assessment or personality test?

In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I delve into the potential drawbacks of personality assessments and the self-limiting beliefs we mistakenly onboard.

In this episode, you will learn:
- The benefits and drawbacks of personality assessments and working style tests
- How to avoid “compare and despair” in response to assessment results
- The power of self-awareness in reshaping your identity and overcoming self-limiting beliefs

Resource Mentioned:

If you've been considering taking your growth deeper and exploring a coaching partnership, I also want to extend an invitation to book a free discovery call with me. I'm here to support assistants like you in applying the concepts discussed on the podcast and to help you achieve your professional goals.

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Are you aware of how you’re shaping your company's culture? 

In this episode, I delve into the often underestimated influence that executive assistants have on work environments. I highlight three key ways that executive assistants impact company culture.

In this episode, you will discover:

- The pivotal role executive assistants play as the bridge between their executive and the rest of the organization
- How the organizational knowledge and insights of executive assistants can shape company culture
- The significance of setting the standard and tone in the organization, from addressing gossip to avoiding micromanagement

If you've been considering taking your growth deeper and exploring a coaching partnership, I also want to extend an invitation to book a free discovery call with me. I'm here to support assistants like you in applying the concepts discussed on the podcast and to help you achieve your professional goals.

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Have you ever wondered if a chief of staff role is right for you?

In today's episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I'm joined by the founder of Nova Chief of Staff, Maggie Olsen, to dissect and define the roles of executive assistant and chief of staff. 

In this episode, you will discover:
- Key differences between an EA and a chief of staff, tailored to reflect various workplaces 
- Step-by-step guidance on making the move from EA to chief of staff
- How to categorize your current workload to clarify which aspects of your role are logistical, tactical, or strategic—and how this can inform your career trajectory
- The importance of cultivating a synergistic relationship between a chief of staff and an executive assistant 

Join Maggie and me as we peel back the layers of these two intricate positions, providing you with the insights and encouragement to pursue the path that aligns best with your professional desires and goals.

To learn more about Nova Chief of Staff, click here. To connect with Maggie on LinkedIn, click here.

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Are you tired of constantly saying "yes" to everything and feeling overwhelmed as a result? 

In this episode, I discuss the powerful concept of making room for "yes" through discovering the power of a strategic "no".

In this episode, you will discover:
- The importance of getting clear on your priorities both personally and professionally
- How to embrace the power of a strategic “no” in order to make room for “yes”
- My favorite way to say no that won’t burn bridges

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The brain’s natural inclination is to focus on the one thing that isn’t going well or that you’d like to change… your black dot. What happens when your black do” eclipses all of the legitimately good things in your life?

During this episode I break down this concept, and share strategies for giving equal airtime to both the challenges and the blessings in life. 

In this episode, you will learn:
- The concept of the black dot
- The negative impact of superficial positivity and denial when trying to move past your black dot
- Strategies for overcoming the black dot and adopting a well rounded perspective

Resource mentioned:
The Gap and the Gain, The High Achiever's Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success by Dan Sullivan.

If you've been considering taking your growth deeper and exploring a coaching partnership, I also want to extend an invitation to book a free discovery call with me. I'm here to support assistants like you in applying the concepts discussed on the podcast and to help you achieve your professional goals.

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Do you feel like you’re running on empty?

In this episode, I break down what to do when you’re feeling depleted and running on empty. I discuss the importance of recognizing the signs of burnout and exhaustion, and how these things can manifest in our relationships and overall well-being.

In this episode, you will discover:

- How to recognize the early stages of burnout so you can course correct.
- Strategies for filling your tank and replenishing your energy.
- The importance of recognizing and addressing your needs, setting boundaries, and showing up for yourself with kindness.

If you've been considering taking your growth deeper and exploring a coaching partnership, I also want to extend an invitation to book a free discovery call with me. I'm here to support assistants like you in applying the concepts discussed on the podcast and to help you achieve your professional goals.

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Self-care may sound like a nice idea, but have you ever wondered why it’s so hard to implement?

Join us as we explore some common misconceptions around self-care, along with why it can be so challenging.

In this episode, you will discover:
- The four types of self-care
- The challenges and resistance that make self-care difficult
- Strategies for overcoming these challenges and the importance of being intentional and self-sufficient when it comes to taking care of yourself

If you've been considering taking your growth deeper and exploring a coaching partnership, I also want to extend an invitation to book a free discovery call with me. I'm here to support assistants like you in applying the concepts discussed on the podcast and to help you achieve your professional goals.

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Have you inadvertently onboarded others’ opinions of you as truth? 

In our latest episode, we dive deep into the topic of self-perception and its impact on your success as an assistant. I explore the impact of how you see yourself, and how your self-perception can either empower or hinder your growth. By intentionally deciding how you want to view yourself, you can unlock your true potential and make a greater impact.

In this episode, you will discover:
- How to break free from fitting into a specific mold, and define your unique career path
- One underlying belief you may be holding onto, and how this belief manifests
- The significance of embracing who you are and stepping into the fullness of your badassery

If you've been considering taking your growth deeper and exploring a coaching partnership, I also want to extend an invitation to book a free discovery call with me. I'm here to support assistants like you in applying the concepts discussed on the podcast and to help you achieve your professional goals.

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