Pull decisions, promises, questions, and deferred items from
Pull decisions, promises, questions, and deferred items from the notes. Give each a type so a question is not mistaken for approved work.
Assign one owner and one next action to every retained item
Assign one owner and one next action to every retained item. Support can remind and route context, while leaders resolve conflicts and accept new commitments.
Review open loops before the next meeting and close what is complete
Review open loops before the next meeting and close what is complete. Carrying fewer, clearer items makes follow-through visible.
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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