Start with the meetings and decisions that currently stall
Start with the meetings and decisions that currently stall. A strong executive assistant role should protect the team from unclear ownership and repeated context switching.
Write the role around outcomes
Write the role around outcomes: prepared meetings, cleaner inbox flow, organized travel, accurate follow up, and calmer executive calendars.
During interviews, test judgment with realistic scenarios
During interviews, test judgment with realistic scenarios. Use examples involving priority conflicts, confidential notes, board prep, and executive availability.
Frequently asked questions
Should one assistant support the whole executive team?
Sometimes. It works when priorities are clear and executives share one operating rhythm.
What should happen before a consult?
List the meetings, inbox rules, recurring reports, and decisions that need support.
Ready to define the role?
Use a recent leadership week to scope the support that would make the biggest difference. The consultation is a working conversation, not a generic pitch.
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