Review recurring meetings, preparation blocks, travel, focus time
Review recurring meetings, preparation blocks, travel, focus time, and standing one-to-ones. Mark each block by the decision or relationship it supports.
Look for meetings that have lost their owner, repeat
Look for meetings that have lost their owner, repeat the same update, or leave no time to prepare. Bring proposed changes with a reason and a clear replacement plan.
Confirm the next quarter's protected time with the executive
Confirm the next quarter's protected time with the executive and affected stakeholders. Calendar rules work only when people know which exceptions require approval.
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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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