A decision log protects leadership memory
A decision log protects leadership memory. It should capture the decision, date, accountable owner, people consulted, follow up actions, and any open risks that need review later.
Support can maintain the log after leadership meetings, board
Support can maintain the log after leadership meetings, board prep calls, project reviews, and important stakeholder conversations. The value is not the template itself. The value is keeping decisions findable.
Keep the log short enough that leaders will use it
Keep the log short enough that leaders will use it. Link to deeper documents when needed, but keep the main record focused on what changed, who owns it, and when the team will revisit the issue.
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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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