Welcome to the second last episode of Assist With Impact. In this episode Liz shares her key messages for each of her Lovely Listeners (LLs).
Liz reflects on the difficulty of recording the final episodes and her discomfort with the spotlight
Liz shares her wish for the administrative profession and her listeners
The Wish for Executive Assistants
Liz encourages assistants to be proactive problem solvers and anticipate needs
Liz wants assistants to continue building confidence and competence
Liz emphasizes the importance of developing power skills and leadership abilities
Liz wants assistants to focus on personal and professional effectiveness, not just time management
Challenges Facing the Profession
The evolution or revolution in the EA role and the need to adapt
The challenge of keeping up with new technologies and automation
The struggle with workload management and avoiding burnout
The ongoing challenge of recognition and value for the EA profession
Closing Thoughts
Liz reminds listeners that they are human beings, not human doings, and are valuable as they are
Liz looks forward to the final episode where her daughter will interview her
In this episode Liz shares ten of her all-time favourite episodes...and spoiler alert, there's only ONE interview in this mix! Not that she doesn't love the interviews in the back catalog, but they deserve a special shout-out (cue another episode!)
So, in chronological order of episode release, here are the ten eps Liz wants you to bookmark for future listening...
This ep is all about Effective Communication and Relationship Building
TWO - Episode #85: POWER Skills for Indispensable Assistants: Communication Skills
All about Confident Communication Mastery
THREE- Episode #86: POWER Skills for Indispensable Assistants: Influencing Skills
All about Influence and Personal Power
FOUR - Episode #87: POWER Skills for Indispensable Assistants: Assertiveness Skills
All about Assertiveness and Confidence
FIVE - Episode #93: Three Ways To Show Up As Indispensable In 2020
All about Personal Effectiveness
SIX - Episode #100 Celebrating Serendipity
Hear from Liz when she was celebrating this milestone!
SEVEN - Episode #113 Two Strategies for Engaging In Difficult Conversations
EIGHT - Episode #121: Interview With Jo Miller (Part 1)
NINE - Episode #122: Interview With Jo Miller (Part 2)
TEN - Episode #148: How to Say No Respectfully and Graciously
Theme: Setting Boundaries and Saying NO!
Themes Connecting These Episodes:
1. Communication Mastery: Effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques are emphasized across multiple episodes, highlighting their importance in building relationships and achieving professional success.
2. Personal Development: Continuous self-improvement, including understanding one's strengths and areas for growth, is a recurring theme, reinforcing the idea that EAs should invest in their personal and professional development.
3. Influence and Assertiveness: Strategies for influencing others and developing assertiveness are common themes, showcasing their importance in being seen as indispensable.
4. Relationship Building: Building strong, trusting relationships with executives and colleagues is a consistent focus, with practical advice on how to achieve this through regular communication and understanding.
5. Handling Difficult Situations: Practical & tactical tips and strategies for managing difficult conversations and relationships, underlining the importance of these skills in maintaining a productive work environment.
6. Empowerment and Authenticity: Episodes featuring interviews with leaders like Jo Miller highlight the importance of being authentic and empowering others, reinforcing the value of genuine leadership and influence.
These themes collectively underscore the importance of communication, self-awareness, influence, relationship-building, and personal growth in becoming an indispensable executive assistant.