State the outcome at risk, evidence, owner, date, dependency
State the outcome at risk, evidence, owner, date, dependency, and consequence of waiting. Avoid escalating a concern without showing what could change the result.
Offer the smallest useful set of choices and identify
Offer the smallest useful set of choices and identify the decision each requires. Support prepares the brief; functional leaders remain responsible for delivery and technical judgment.
Close resolved risks and revisit only active ones
Close resolved risks and revisit only active ones. The review should improve intervention timing, not add another standing status ritual.
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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