The Whole Assistant Podcast

By Annie CronerBusiness Education Self-Improvement How To Careers

The Whole Assistant Podcast episodes

March 27, 2025How to Think About Others' Opinions
Have you ever been shaken by someone’s opinion of you?
In this episode, we explore the impact of criticisms and why they often reveal more about the critic than about you. Through personal stories, we'll discuss how to handle feedback constructively, maintain your self-worth, and transform these experiences into opportunities for growth.
In this episode, you will discover:
How to recognize when others' opinions are more about them than you
Effective ways to process feedback without letting it affect your self-esteem
Techniques to turn negative opinions into opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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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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18 min
March 20, 2025The Hard Truth About Others’ Behavior
Have you ever tried to navigate a challenging relationship with an intimidating executive?

In this episode, I address the tough reality of dealing with others' behavior in the workplace. We dive into a listener question and I share essential strategies to help you understand the difference between poor behavior and work style, set firm boundaries, and maintain your own emotional center.

In this episode, you’ll discover:
How to distinguish between objectively poor behavior and different work styles
The importance of setting and maintaining personal boundaries in the workplace
How to stay in your own emotional lane and recognize what is within your control

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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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15 min
March 13, 2025The Hard Truth About Boundaries
There are a lot of misconceptions around boundaries.
In this episode, I dive into the hard truths about boundaries that many of us need to hear. We explore common misconceptions, tackle the myth that boundaries are all about control, and discuss how to implement them effectively in professional settings without feeling the anxiety of potential confrontation.
By understanding boundaries as a form of self-respect rather than exclusion, you can create a safer, more productive work environment for yourself and those around you.
In this episode, you will discover:
Why setting boundaries doesn't have to be a confrontational
How to distinguish between controlling others and setting boundaries that honor your professional integrity.
The importance of being intentional and proactive with boundary setting

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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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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10 min
March 06, 2025The Hard Truth About Loyalty
It’s time to talk about some hard truths around company loyalty.

This episode is spicy! As someone who has seen incredibly talented professionals unexpectedly let go, I delve into the uncomfortable reality and truth about company loyalty.

I explore the pitfalls of misplaced loyalty, as well as ways to reframe loyalty to actually serve you and your career.

In this episode, you will discover:
Why companies put themselves first and what that means for your loyalty
Why placing your loyalty in the right place is crucial for your emotional health and your career
How to be loyal to yourself first while still maintaining professional integrity

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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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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11 min
February 27, 2025Making the Shift from Chaos Coordinator to Anchor
Ever feel like you're constantly ingesting and managing chaos at work?

In this episode, we talk about moving away from being a "Chaos Coordinator" to becoming a stable "Anchor" in your workplace. I explain how the words we use to describe our role can shape how we approach our work.

By thinking of yourself as an anchor, you can help calm the stormy chaos around you, and add more value to your executive and team.
In this episode, you will discover:
How subtle shifts in how you think about your role can positively impact your work
Tips on how to stay calm and focused
The importance of sticking to your own emotional lane when it comes to keeping your cool

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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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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14 min
February 20, 2025Are You The Gate Keeper or Bridge?
Are you the bridge in your organization or merely the gatekeeper?

In this episode, we explore the critical mindset shift from merely being the gatekeeper to becoming the bridge between your executive and the rest of the organization.

You will discover:
Why the idea of being a gatekeeper is one dimensional and often not helpful when it comes to the flow of communication
The cultural impact you can achieve by positioning yourself as a bridge within your workplace
How being the bridge can transform your relationship with your executive and the larger team

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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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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18 min
February 06, 2025The Power of Moving Past Multitasking
In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, we uncover the true cost of multitasking and explore the benefits of embracing a more focused approach to work. By shifting our mindset and adopting strategies for focus, we can reclaim our time, reduce errors, and enhance the quality of our work.
In this episode, you will discover:
The significant downsides of multitasking
How "multitracking" can help keep tasks organized free from mental fatigue
Strategies to shift away from multitasking while still embracing flexibility

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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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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13 min
January 30, 2025 7 Tools to Help You Work Smarter
Are you looking for tools that will turbocharge your efficiency?
In this episode, I dive into seven powerful tech tools designed to help you work smarter, not harder. As an executive assistant, leveraging these tools can streamline your processes, time, and productivity.
For capturing processes: Loom & Scribe
For templatizing: Text Blaze
For task tracking: Trello & Notion
For time tracking: Toggl
For calendaring: Cabinet

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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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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18 min
January 23, 20253 Secrets to Boost Your Productivity
Are you ready to optimize your productivity?

In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I dive into three powerful secrets to boost your productive output. From shifting your mindset to setting yourself up for success, and minimizing distractions, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you get more done in less time.

In this episode, you will discover:
How to get in the right frame of mind by asking high-quality questions
The importance of taking time to set yourself up for success
Strategies for minimizing distractions

Join me and discover how to effectively achieve more with less stress!

The doors to The Leveled-Up Assistant are now open! Click here to learn more.

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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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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Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.
Stay Connected:
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15 min
January 16, 2025The Power of Consistency
Consistency. Is. Key.
In this episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast, I dive into the frequently forgotten power of consistency and how it can be a game changer for your career as an executive assistant. From showing up reliably each day to emotional steadiness and prioritizing your tasks, consistency not only builds trust with your executive but also sets you up for greater responsibility and professional growth.
In this episode, you will discover:
How consistency fosters trust and potentially reduces micromanaging
The importance of emotional consistency
Practical steps to identify and tackle barriers to consistency in your daily work

Are you ready to embrace your badassery & turbocharge trust with your executive?
Click here to register for my free hour-long masterclass, 3 Ways to Establish Trust in Your Executive Assistant Role.

The doors to The Leveled-Up Assistant are now open! Click here to learn more.

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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.

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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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Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.
Stay Connected:
Book your free discovery call.
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Send Me an Email: [email protected]
18 min

About The Whole Assistant Podcast

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Welcome to The Whole Assistant Podcast! I’m your host Annie Croner. I’m a former assistant who is passionate about the profession, and a certified coach who is invested in your success. You’ve come to…