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Assist With Impact

A podcast for assistants and administrative professionals. If you're ready to be more impactful and show up as a Linchpin Assistant then this is a must-listen podcast. Join your host Liz Van Vliet and learn practical tips, strategies and insights that will help you move beyond being simply an order-taker.
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Jul 30, 2024

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

Jul 8, 2024

We are counting down to the final episode of Assist With Impact.

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...

ONE - Episode #48: How To Interview Your Boss

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.

 

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