The Whole Assistant Podcast

Are you interested in creating good habits that will make your work life easier?  In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I explore three pivotal habits that can transform your work life, and are focused on increasing your productivity and effectiveness. Additionally, I offer practical tips to help you integrate these habits into your daily routine. If you're eager to improve your wor...

Are you operating from scarcity, constantly chasing undefined benchmarks? What would happen if you shifted your focus towards abundance and curiosity? In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I delve into two common thought patterns that often hold us back: perfectionism and thinking something isn’t fair. I share how both of these ways of thinking can show up for us in our roles, as well as...

How do you deal with undesirable emotions in the workplace? In this episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast, I dive into three common emotions that executive assistants often face: overwhelm, feeling unappreciated, and lack of confidence. I share practical tips and strategies on how to feel better and move past these undesirable emotions. In this episode, you will learn: Practical strategies for ma...

What if a few subtle shifts could improve how you approach your day? It all starts with asking better questions. Welcome to the Whole Assistant Podcast! In today's episode, we're kicking off our October theme of "better" by exploring the art of asking more effective questions. During this episode I’ll share 3 questions that improved my productivity while simultaneously reducing stress. Asking myse...

In this episode, you will learn: How to know when to be resourceful vs when to ask for help How to ask for help effectively and overcome the fear of sounding inadequate The importance of being solutions-oriented when asking for help Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group:   https://www...

Are you curious about how to advocate for yourself and create positive change in your workplace? In this episode of The Whole Assistant podcast, host Annie Croner interviews Lucy Brazier, CEO of Marcham Publishing. Lucy shares her journey from publishing to advocating for executive assistants worldwide. As the creator of Executive Support Magazine, Lucy discusses the importance of recognizing and...

Have you ever found yourself unknowingly carrying the stress of others in your role as an assistant?  In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, we dive deep into part 2 on our topic of stress reduction strategies. I shed light on the essential practice of distinguishing between personal stress and the stress we may inadvertently take on from those we support and work with. I share why i...

Are you interested in discovering simple hacks that will decrease stress? In this podcast episode I share straightforward strategies that will reduce stress. In this episode, you will learn: The importance of stress reduction when it comes to preventing burnout and making intentional decisions Four practical stress reduction strategies One secret - yet powerful - stress reduction strategy you migh...

Have you ever experienced discomfort or unease while attempting to network?  Our networks can be our superpower, especially as assistants.  In this podcast episode, you will learn: The value of in-person networking and the power of collective knowledge Practical strategies for effective and successful networking How to manage discomfort and unease during networking events Enjoy what you'...

Do you underestimate your unique strengths, assuming others possess the same skills? How could recognizing and using your strengths enhance your impact and further your career? Tune in to this instalment of The Whole Assistant Podcast, where I introduce the concept of “strengths discounting”. Discover how to embrace your natural abilities, overcome imposter syndrome, and leverage your unique persp...

Is being "at the top" truly the end of the road, or is there a world of untapped possibilities waiting for you? In this episode, I share what to do when there’s no upward mobility in your current position. I will challenge you to consider the various paths still open for growth, whether it's within your current role, the pursuit of new interests, or embracing different opportunities.  In this...

Do you ever find yourself navigating your career path feeling uncertain and craving guidance? During this episode, I discuss the importance of mentorship for executive assistants. I share my own experience with my first mentor and highlight the valuable lessons I learned from her along the way. I also share a life lesson I learned dancing tango and how it informs the way I view mentorship. In this...

In this episode, we continue our two-part mini-series on burnout. If you missed last week's episode on recognizing burnout, I encourage you to catch up before diving into today's discussion. Today, we delve into strategies for interrupting the burnout spiral and regaining control of our well-being and success. Join me as we explore ways to set boundaries, challenge thought errors, and reconnect wi...

Have you ever found yourself feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and just emotionally drained at work? Well, in this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, we're diving deep into a topic that might hit close to home for many of us – burnout. Recognizing burnout, and understanding where it comes from, are the first steps towards building a healthier and more fulfilling work life. During this episo...

What is the #1 barrier to increased productivity? I guarantee it's not your coworkers, workload, or even your executive.  During this episode you will learn: How your brain can make or break your productive output Unchecked beliefs that are holding you back How starting small can lead to more productive days If you're in the Dallas/Fort Worth are please join Melissa Peoples and me for Executi...

During this week's episode I talk about how to think about yourself, and who you want to be, with intention and heart.  I cover: How focusing on "being" instead of "doing" can lead to releasing perfectionism Your relationship with your future, past, and current self The steps to onboarding a new and improved self-concept   Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review...

This episode is dedicated to my action takers. As someone who loves to take action I can speak first hand to attempting to use action in order to avoid discomfort.  During this episode you will learn: The top two unhelpful responses your brain has to experiencing challenging emotion The importance of getting good at feeling any emotion How to get to the root of any emotion   En...

For many years I consistently overrode my gut, especially when it came to authority figures. As a result I found myself in unnecessary and challenging situations. Over the years I've learned to trust my gut.  During this episode I break down: Why trusting your gut is so crucial in your career & in life The roadblocks to trusting your "spidey-sense" How to reengage with and...

In a recent survey of administrative professionals conducted by Office Otter , being overworked was the number one frustration of the 500+ admins that participated. Unsurprisingly, in this study 27% of admins consistently experience extreme stress in their roles, and 67% said the consistently feel somewhat stressed. 94% Listen to this episode to learn: What really causes stress The role of product...

During this episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast I talk in depth about how to strengthen your resilience muscle. You will learn:  Why resilience is so important in life and as an assistant How to strengthen your resilience muscle Why your ability to experience any emotion is the key to success in building resilience The other episode I reference is E49 - The Beauty & Art of Active Failu...

I’m a big fan of aligning with your executive’s priorities. But… How do you align with their priorities when they haven’t slowed down long enough to consider what their priorities actually are? During this episode of The Whole Assistant Podcast I share a strategy that has the potential to help you and your executive gain clarity around their priorities.   Enjoy what you're hearing on the...

If you’ve been a part of my world for a while then you already know I consistently advocate for focus.  Focus is the secret sauce for success. It will help you: Improve productivity & time management Reduce mistakes Reduce overwhelm Avoid burnout Why is it that we don’t incorporate more focus throughout our day? The truth is, we have inadvertently trained our brains to resist focus. Our w...

As the people with the answers in our respective work environments, it’s really easy to onboard work that would be better suited for someone else or that isn’t the best use of your time. By being solutions oriented without being the solution you can still offer a tremendous amount of value while simultaneously showing up more strategically in your position. During today’s podcast episode I break d...

Boundaries skyrocket our effectiveness in our roles, help us strategically manage our time, and help to ensure that our non-working hours are spent (you guessed it) not working. The biggest barrier I come across when it comes to establishing a new boundary isn’t our executives or colleagues. It’s us. During this  episode I break down: How to think about boundaries in a way that will help you...

Today’s podcast episode is short, unplanned, and spoken from the heart.  I share how you can leverage being the worst at something in order to achieve ultimate success. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed recording it.   Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening. Stay Connected: Join the Whole Assistant Facebook Group:   h...