Exceptional Admins: Recent Episodes
Hilani Ellis
In collaboration with admins, executives, and influencers, Hilani, a retired EA turn specialized partner, broadcasts content revolving around being an Exceptional Admin. Expect many laughs and thought provoking conversations that leave you refreshed, inspired, and smarter. www.exceptionaladmins.com/
SUMMARY:An engaging conversation that gives powerful insights into creating career momentum. This is done through taking risks, being comfortable with the uncomfortable, and how the gift (power) of networking is a regular activity you should include in your career strategy plan.
INTENTION:To offer unique insights from someone who's embraced taking risks and experienced the power of networking.
EXCERPT:
"Taking a moment to reflect, I'm not the worst at this, I'm really good. " Becky
MENTIONED:Assessments (Learn Your Risk Tolerance and more)
Helper's High
Exceptional Admins Jobs
EA Social Club
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Community: LinkedIn
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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OFFERINGS:Free, self development on your own time HERE
ea Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:An engaging conversation that highlights the importance of building your personal brand to build confidence and propel forward in your career.
INTENTION:Shed light on the power of building your personal brand.
EXCERPT:
"Think about your key strengths and write them out on a big piece of paper." Carissa
MENTIONED:Admin and influence blog.
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Community: LinkedIn
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:
An insightful episode that sheds light on why you should do a career audit and a support tool to help you propel in your career.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener candor on an important topic that needs airtime and direction.
EXCERPT:
"Finding clarity is key." Hilani
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DISCOVER:Do Career Audit
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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DEVELOPMENT:Check out our workbooks, assessments, and guides.
SUMMARY:An engaging conversation that highlights the importance of having inspirational people in your circle, how important adaptability is to thrive (and survive), and learning never stops.
INTENTION:Hearing from someone who's faced challenges, yet overcame them, helps inspire others to keep going.
EXCERPT:
"So much about your career is about being open to learning and excited about developing." Madison
MENTIONED:Friendship episode #113
Helping you Emotionally Win the Day episode #116
Triple B: Be Bright, Be Brief, Be Gone
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Community: LinkedIn
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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OFFERINGS:Start Development Today, on Your Own Time, for Free HERE
Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:An engaging conversation like no other. Learn how a 13-year admin veteran is transforming the way his leaders work, and how he spent his formative years growing up in the foster care system.
INTENTION:Hearing unique stories that inspire is a gift to any listener. This episode is sure to inspire everyone.
EXCERPT:
"For me, it doesn't cost me to put things together. Going a little bit further. is worth it" Nelson
MENTIONED:Andy Stanley
"Each of us should use the gifts we have received to serve others." 1 Peter 4:10
"A cheerful heart is good medicine, while a crushed spirit dries up your bones." Proverbs 17:22
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Community: LinkedIn
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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OFFERINGS:Start Development Today, on Your Own Time, for Free HERE
Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:An engaging conversation that offers insight and hope towards getting control of your finances.
INTENTION:So many people want to learn more about financial freedom and how to maximize $1. In this episode, our expert guest shares thoughts about your money story and how that positively and negatively affects your financial freedom.
EXCERPT:"Wherever you are right now with money is not fixed." Nicole Stanley
MENTIONED:Arise Financial Coaching
"The Simple Path to Wealth" JL Collins
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Community: LinkedIn
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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OFFERINGS:Start Development Today, on Your Own Time, for Free HERE
Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:
An insightful episode that covers the psychology and action one can take to invite and foster healthy relationships.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener candor on an emotional and special topic.
EXCERPT:
"Category of connections: relationships, friendships, and besties." Hilani
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IN THIS EPISODE:Indeed Article
Gallup Article
DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
Be a Guest on the Show: Form Bottom of Page
DEVELOPMENT:Check out our workbooks, assessments and guides.
SUMMARY:An engaging conversation that breaks myths about the perfectionist world.
INTENTION:So many admins talk about being a perfectionist and wear it like it's their personality. Learning the truth about it and how to stop adding it as an element of your brand is needed.
EXCERPT:"When I talk about 'LAPS' - love, acceptance, purpose, and safety - ya'll these are not niceties." Erika Shepard
MENTIONED:The Soul Glow Clinic
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Community: LinkedIn
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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OFFERINGS:Start Development Today, on Your Own Time, for Free HERE
Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:An engaging conversation that covers the good and unique about the Chief of Staff career.
INTENTION:So many admins want to know about the Chief of Staff career. Here's your chance to get behind the scenes and decide if it is a pursuit or not.
EXCERPT:"To be able to speak so candidly, and at that deepest level of trust and understanding, with the CEO, that is a level I think is unparalleled." Mackenzie Lee
MENTIONED:The Odyssey Book
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Community: LinkedIn
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:An engaging conversation that covers how growing your emotional intelligence can help you win the day.
INTENTION:To offer the listener an amazing story that covers living a negative life and then transforming his life into a positive one that helps others establish and elevate their emotional intelligence.
EXCERPT:"Energy transitions into mindful movements." DB
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:
An insightful episode that covers the psychology and action one needs to consider when thinking about taking risks.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener unmatched insight into the importance of embracing being uncomfortable and taking risks (aka chances).
EXCERPT:
"If I take a risk (aka chance) right now, what's the reward?" Hilani
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IN THIS EPISODE:
Book: Invisible Influence
Article: Taking Smart Risks
Episode with DB "Helping you Emotionally Win the Day" releases 4/7/2024
DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Building Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:
An engaging conversation that covers how a professional should approach growing their digital network.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener access to an expert on growing your networking and digital personal branding.
EXCERPT:
"Firstly and foremost, so often I hear people say, I only connect with people I know. That to me is a red flag, you need to be open to relationships that are not first level." - Benita Samuels
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DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:
An engaging conversation that covers how to navigate and develop great teams at work.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener access to a veteran talent and development expert who has worked inside the US Army for almost 20-years.
EXCERPT:
"Get, give, and encourage guidance and feedback at work." Sarah
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IN THIS EPISODE:
The Mentoring Lab Podcast
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team Book
The 6 Types of Working Genius Book
Radical Candor
Harvard Business Review subscription
Leading Without Authority Book
Too Long, Didn't Read (TLDR) + Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF) + Awaiting Response (AR)
"Seek first to understand then understood." Steven Covey, Highly Effective People Author
DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:
An engaging conversation that covers the power of your voice, the tone, and how it helps or affects your goals.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener access to a voice expert who covers the power of conversation and even listening.
EXCERPT:
"Sit up straight and say things, you could do that but...inner image and outer image have to coincide." "Outward Mind, Inner Mind." "Boundary Violation." - Marshall Davis Jones, our Guest
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IN THIS EPISODE:
Imposter Syndrome Explained Article
Blah, Blah, Blah - What to do When Words Don't Work Book
Tonal Influence Book
Managing Annoying People Article
DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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SUMMARY:
An insightful episode that covers the power of building your personal brand, so you are seen as a strategic business partner.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener unmatched insight into why building your personal brand helps you evolve in your career, earn more income, and stand out at work.
EXCERPT:
"What strengths build out your suite of strengths, and how do you express your unique (work) style while engaging in creative storytelling?" Hilani
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IN THIS EPISODE:
Starbucks and McDonald's coffee analogy was inspired by the Invisible Influence Book
DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
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Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Building Your Personal Brand
40% off Code now through 4/15/2023 - 40_MYBRAND course
SUMMARY:
An engaging conversation about having a steady career growth mindset.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener an inspiring conversation to help them create a steady career plan that includes evolution and healthy, stable growth vs. getting to a title too soon in your career and hurting your future.
EXCERPT:
"I manage them by influence." Molly
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IN THIS EPISODE:Grammarly
Instagram Video
Taking Smart Risks Article + Assessment
DISCOVER:
Website: Exceptional Admins
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Reading: Book Page
Social: Instagram
Be a Guest on the Show: Form Bottom of Page
DEVELOPMENT:ea University - Unlock Your Potential: Elevate Your Impact
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OFFERINGS:Start Development Today, on Your Own Time, for Free HERE
Courses: ea School
- Course Topics: Resume + Build Your Personal Brand
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SUMMARY:
A time capsule of a free webinar hosted by Exceptional Admins.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a personal development session on their own time to help them plan for the new year.
EXCERPT:
"Every Yes is a No to something else." Hilani
CONNECT:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Article: Setting New Year's Resolutions (Tracker)
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
Courses: ea School
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a visionary leader shares secrets on how to work with visionary leaders.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a lot of wisdom that can help them work smarter, not harder with their visionary leader.
EXCERPT:
"You become indispensable and part of the visionary process." Garrett
MENTIONED: "Failing to prepare, prepares you for failure." Benjamin Franklin | "Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe." Abe Lincoln | Mind Mapping | WIP (work in progress) | Slack
CONNECT:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
Courses: ea School
SUMMARY:
In this short episode, you'll hear wisdom about what Impostor Syndrome is and how to navigate through it.
INTENTION:
To shed light on how this shows up in the admin profession and offer tips.
EXCERPT:
"Of the 5 traits, one is The Perfectionist." - Hilani
CONNECT:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resource: ea University
Career Workbook: Freebie
Article: Impostor Syndrome Explained
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SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a passionate administrative professional encourages all to master the art of pivoting.
INTENTION:
To present the audience with an alternative viewpoint about steadfastness and openness to pivoting.
EXCERPT:
"If you want something, and want to grow, make it happen." Cammy
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned: eCornell PM + CAPM + Belinda Goodrich + PS Episode: 056 + Episodes: 001 & 085
CONNECT:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
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Courses: ea School
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a leadership coach shares secrets on how to work with visionary leaders.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a lot of wisdom to help them create leverage to work smarter!
EXCERPT:
"A common pain point with leaders is burnout. We do get tired." Brenda
MENTIONED:Guest recommendation: Why We Sleep
Podcast mentioned: #94 - Channeling your Inner Expert
CONNECT:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Guest: Brenda Abdilla
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
Courses: ea School
SUMMARY:
An engaging conversation where we talk about the executive-to-assistant partnership, influence, and having a leap of faith to plant seeds of faith.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration on how to elevate their strategy to evolve in their career.
EXCERPT:
"Take the leap even if you aren't sure you'll get the outcome you want." Porchae
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned: Better Small Talk (book page) + The Collective episode + Excited to Fail episode
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
Courses: ea School
SUMMARY:
In this short episode, you'll hear wisdom on elevating your executive posture and adding more specificity to your communication.
INTENTION:
To inspire the listener to be more conscious about reactive work habits.
EXCERPT:
"I have 3 questions and believe we can cover them in 15-minutes." - Hilani
CONNECT:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resource: ea University
Career Workbook: Freebie
Articles: Career Development page + 1:1 Meeting Strategies
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
Courses: ea School
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a professional shares her passions and resources.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration around being proud of yourself, taking smart risks, and that it's important to stay engaged.
EXCERPT:
"So much of our day-to-day is juggling stuff we can't drop." Anieka
MENTIONED:
www.teamsoloadmin.com | Episode # 21 - Now What | WSJ Article | Pursuit of Happiness Article
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a professional shares her journey and evolution in her career.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration around how important it is to stay intellectually curious, be someone who asks quality questions, and be okay with taking on challenges. That's where we grow.
EXCERPT:
"I enjoy being the person who is relied on when fires start." Laurie
MENTIONED:
Episodes mentioned: # 53: leadership chief of staff and #16: WTF
CONNECT:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Mentioned: Deep Work book
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
Courses: ea School
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a professional shares her perspective on how important it is to recognize your inner expert and develop it.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration on how to think bigger about your career and brand.
EXCERPT:
"You have to be thoughtful with how you share your talents, to avoid bias." Maegon
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned: Episode PS: #60 Type A or a & PS: #72 Don't ask for a seat at the table
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
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SUMMARY:
In this short episode, you'll hear wisdom on how to break free from drama.
INTENTION:
To inspire the listener on how to move from a negative place to a positive one.
EXCERPT:
"Get through it." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resource: ea University
Career Workbook: Freebie
Article: You and Your Brand
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SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a professional shares her journey and how having a mentor helped her get farther along in her mindset and career.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration that you should spend the time to seek out a mentor and/or be a mentor.
EXCERPT:
"The ability to have access to more (knowledge and resources) because of having a mentor, I want this for everyone." Karena
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned: Harvard Business Article & Episode PS 40 - Don't ask for a raise & Better Small Talk by Patrick King
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
SUMMARY:
A conversation recorded with a live audience. We cover what is executive presence, why it's important, and how to develop your own.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration on how to elevate their brand.
EXCERPT:
"Consider the source and ask for specifics." Jamie
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned: Captivate + Atomic Habits + Intrinsic Motivation + Social Learning Theory + PS Episode: Habits, Goals, Boundaries
Guest: Jamie McKinney - be sure to check out her book, Speak Up Sister
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
SUMMARY:
A lively conversation filled with a lot of wisdom and insight into how assistants can use technology, including ChatGPT, to thrive more in their roles.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration on how to elevate their strategy to evolve in their career.
EXCERPT:
"AI can be YOUR thought partner." Jessica
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned:
Top players with conversational generative ai tools:
Anthropic ai: Claude ‘ethical ai’
Quora: Poe
Open ai: ChatGPT
Google: Bard
EA Buddy: Tech Savvy Assistant proudly partners for modern office management and scheduling as well as Circleback.AI for automated meeting transcriptions and agenda.AI Exchange NewsletterConnect with Jessica McBride:
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RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
SUMMARY:
In this short episode, you'll hear wisdom on how to position yourself for a strong interview.
INTENTION:
To inspire the listener to be more conscious about conversations during interviews.
EXCERPT:
"Be you." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resource: ea University
Career Workbook: Freebie
Articles: Career Development page
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a professional shares his journey in the admin career.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration around investing in your career through staying curious and by developing up others.
EXCERPT:
"It's incredibly impactful to setup my own ladder to climb." Alan
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Mentioned: Co-elevating book | itgetsbetter.org
SUMMARY:
A conversation recorded with a live audience where we talk about everything you need to know about corporate wellness. In this episode, your host Hilani engages with a corporate wellness expert, Myriah with Movement 1st Wellness.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration on how to elevate their strategy and put in place a wellness program.
EXCERPT:
"Recognize your employees and see them as people." - Myriah
MENTIONED:Forbes Article: Holistic approach to health and wellbeing in the office
Article: The human centric employee
Episode: E:005 - What the Wellness
🚀 Launch Pad:
1) Decide what matters the most
2) Start small
3) Create a roadmap that includes patience
4) Remember, once size does not fit all
IN THIS EPISODE:
Guest: Movement 1st Wellness w/Myriah Shimatsu
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
YouTube: EA Channel
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
SUMMARY:
A conversation recorded with a live audience. We cover how to move from tactical to strategic, plus answer guest questions.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration on how to elevate their strategy to evolve in their career.
EXCERPT:
"In looking at your full schedule, I think doing this (xyz) is a better use of your time." Mary
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned: The power of the positive No book
Articles: Phone interview + In Person Interview + Video Interview
Episodes: People Pleasing #79 + Bonus Episode: You and Your Future
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
YouTube: Watch Video
OFFERING:Grab the freebie development workbook HERE
SUMMARY:
In this short episode, you'll hear wisdom on how to change the way people see you.
INTENTION:
To inspire the listener to step up their vocabulary game.
EXCERPT:
"To be honest..." - Hilani
RESOURCES:Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resource: ea University
Career Workbook: Freebie
eaU Coupon Codes:
eaU Virtual: eaUVW50 for $50/off
eaU In-Person: eaUW50 for $50/off
OFFERING:Enter to win a seat at the in-person ea University HERE
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a professional shares her perspective on how important it is to think of THE COLLECTIVE.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration on how your work impacts everyone in this profession.
EXCERPT:
"You personal brand impacts the collective body of this profession." Deedee
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned: Better Small Talk by Patrick King
Workbook: Performance Workbook
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
OFFERING:Enter to win a seat at the in-person ea University HERE
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a professional offers insight into all the things that make the administrative career worth it.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration around building upon your strengths, making an impact, and growing your brand.
EXCERPT:
"I began to notice how my ideas and seamless efforts affected the lives of my clients." Kiandra
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Mentioned: Episode # 21 - Now What
“Activating your divergent thinking skills grants you access to endless possibilities at work and in life!” — HILANI, EA UNIVERSITY FOUNDER
ea University was created to offer an unmatched development experience for aspiring professionals. Whether new to the profession or a veteran, the workshop will equip you with fresh insight and great energy you'll carry with you in the weeks ahead.
The curriculum is backed by 1000s of hours engaging with admins, over 150 admin placements, and 100s of hours spent hearing pain-points and desires from time-starved executives.
ea University
- Grab Flyers: ea University
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Resources
- Discover: Website
- Outreach: LinkedIn Community
- Connect: Instagram
Can't attend, consider the career development workbook: Freebie
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion exposing the importance of taking a leap of faith (on yourself).
INTENTION:
To offer the listener wisdom so they can take a leap of faith or encourage someone else to.
EXCERPT:
"I was doubting myself and then I realized, I can do it." Jackie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Mentioned: On Deck Chief of Staff Academy
SUMMARY:
In this short episode, you'll hear wisdom on how to grow your brand while influencing others.
INTENTION:
To inspire the listener to step up their service game.
EXCERPT:
"I would chill the plates before serving them salad.." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resource: ea University
Career Workbook: Freebie
A special episode to help you plan for your future!
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where two people, your host Hilani and Mary Ryan, come together to talk about how to help you plan a career move.
INTENTION:
To offer inspiration on how to position oneself when looking for employment.
EXCERPT:
"Maybe use a soft color tone on your resume." Mary
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Articles: You and your Brand + Career Development Exercise + Resume Inspiration
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Career Storytelling, a resume workshop: Grab a Seat
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
SUMMARY:
An inspiring discussion that covers all things female leadership.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a lot of wisdom that can help them develop their leadership brand.
EXCERPT:
"I was bossy, because I didn't know my worth." Karmen
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Guest: Karmen Berentsen
Social: Aline Boutique | Learning to Fly | Aline Instagram
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion covering what it's like to manage the helm with an executive.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a behind the scenes look into what it's like being a strategic business partner.
EXCERPT:
"I'm at the forefront of everything and building trust with my executive has helped me work more strategically." Ro
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion covering what it means to have work-life harmony.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener easy ways to incorporate harmony in your busy life.
EXCERPT:
"Let's dive into why you feel overwhelmed." Michelle
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Guest: Michelle Zellner
SUMMARY:
In this short episode, you'll hear wisdom on how to chance how people perceive you.
INTENTION:
To help the listener reframe how they show up when making a decision.
EXCERPT:
"Your preference is chosen because of the context you have." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resource: ea University
A special episode to help you plan for 2023! Be on the lookout on Instagram, Ellie and I plan to go Live to discuss lifestyle and career. We'll be taking your questions.
SUMMARY:
A motivating conversation where a professional shares her amazing story and passions for how she helps women live in their best bodies.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener inspiration on how to think about you body and love it so it loves you back.
EXCERPT:
"The ability to have access to more (knowledge and resources) because of having a mentor, I want this for everyone." Karena
IN THIS EPISODE:
Mentioned: PS # 76 - Busy Badge
Guest: Ellie with Simply Nourished
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Be a Guest on the Show: Fill out the form
SUMMARY:
Share an engaging discussion that revolves your mindset, emotions, and the curse with people pleasing.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener insight around the importance of knowing what triggers you and how to adapt so you don't burnout from over doing and over pleasing.
EXCERPT:
"Connecting with yourself matters and understanding expectations helps you to avoid people pleasing." Beth
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Book recommendation: How Emotions are Made
Article: Admins Speak Out
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion talking about being a new professional and growing your confidence.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a great conversation revolving around finding out who you are, what you stand for, and how taking risks is a good thing.
EXCERPT:
"I want people to love this career." Grace
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
Share an engaging discussion that revolves around leaving the admin career and what's needed to move ahead.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener insight around the importance of embracing risks, being uncomfortable, and believing in yourself so you can move up in your career.
EXCERPT:
“Don't let people devalue you." Becky
MENTIONED:
Becky's Book recommendation: Good to Great
Book: Leading without Authority by Keith Ferrazzi
Episodes: #38
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
SUMMARY:
In this short episode, you'll hear wisdom on why you should stop saying you are 'busy'.
INTENTION:
To help the listener reframe how they share with someone they are overloaded or busy. To also help the listener frame what success means to them.
EXCERPT:
"I am indispensable. I am busy because I am important." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resources: Do Nothing by Celeste Headlee
Episodes mentioned: #40 and #55
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion that covers thoughtful leadership and making a big impact through relationship building.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a perspective on why it's important to learn, take risks, and build your brand.
EXCERPT:
"It's important to know what drives you ." Carissa
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: feals
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Book: Leading without authority
SUMMARY:
A energizing discussion between to passionate admins talking about the dynamics of starting a fully-remote role.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a lively discussion and wisdom on how to navigate a report role (even if it isn't your first 90-days).
EXCERPT:
“Giving grace each day helps me stay grounded." Debra
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: feals
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Podcast: Have a Seat Conversations with Debra
SUMMARY:
A lively 3 person discussion that covers patience pays off.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener two great stories where they embraced the wait and it paid off!
EXCERPT:
“You can't go back and change the beginning but you can start where you are and change the ending.” C.S. Lewis
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: feals
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Book: The Subtle Art of Not giving a F*k
SUMMARY:
Offering insight into what this phrase means and how to adjust to its true meaning.
INTENTION:
To help the listener think from a new place when designing their plan on how to evolve in their career.
EXCERPT:
"Losing a whole hour to be in that meeting, and not contribute,...you can't buy back that hour." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resources: Wanting a Seat at the Table | Don't confuse having a seat with having a voice
Episodes mentioned: # 53 & #17
SUMMARY:
A energizing discussion between an executive and his past assistant.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener insight around the importance of an executive and assistant partnership and how to do this partnership well.
EXCERPT:
“Giving context and time is very important." Kristie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Book Page
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
Tool: Emmre
Book: Good to Great
Episodes: #10
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion that covers an admins story and her none traditional career.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a perspective on why it's important to take risks.
EXCERPT:
"I was excited about the new way people were going to view me now that I had this title." Lee
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: feals
Connect: Instagram
Workshop: ea University
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion where communication is the focus.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a great wisdom from someone who has been working on their communication and experiencing results.
EXCERPT:
"Don't be small." Taylor
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Workshop: ea University
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Anya Powell Stationary
Connect: Instagram
Mentioned: The Power of the Positive No | Leading without Authority | KISS method: Keep it Simple Stupid
Episode Mentioned: #29
SUMMARY:
Offering insight into why spending 3-minutes each week to document thankfulness produces results.
INTENTION:
To help the listeners recognize they have 3-minutes a week to adopt this self-care tasks.
EXCERPT:
"Rate your day." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Resources: Berkeley Case Study | Harvard Case Study | Positivity Blog
Proverb 17:22 - "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up your bones."
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion talking about being a new mom and a hard working executive assistant.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a great conversation where insight about being a new mom and back at work are possible.
EXCERPT:
"You can't pour from an empty cup." Miranda
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Anya Powell Stationary
Connect: Instagram
Other Episodes: Mommy Burnout + Now What
SUMMARY:
A collage of different guests sharing their wisdom on professional development.
INTENTION:
To remind the listeners the value of perspective and the importance of thinking creatively.
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion revolving around the opportunity to have a higher impact through gaining extra context and working for the organization, not just an executive(s).
INTENTION:
Share tips and tricks that could help an admin elevate the way he/she moves in their role.
EXCERPT:
"I'm a byproduct of great executives." Ryan
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Anya Powell Stationary
Connect: Instagram
Book Suggestions: Amy Cuddy, Presence | Ram Charan, The Leadership Pipeline | Francesca Gino, Rebel Talent | Adam and Hallie, The Founder & The Force Multiplier | Simon Sinek, Start with Why
Documentary: Loopers, The Caddie's Long Walk
SUMMARY:
Offering insight into why failing is a good thing.
INTENTION:
To help the listeners embrace taking risks that may result in a fail, but could also result in a gain.
EXCERPT:
"Speak up." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion that covers a story where someone chased a new title and learned it wasn't what she thought it was.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a new perspective about chasing a title and if you should or shouldn't
EXCERPT:
"I was excited about the new way people were going to view me now that I had this title." Lee
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Anya Powell Stationary
Connect: Instagram
Podcast episodes mentioned: #55 and #53
SUMMARY:
To share a creative way to bring people/co-workers together which results in a sense of belonging.
INTENTION:
To encourage the listeners to take on this wonderful project that can be done quarterly, yet produce a high, constant return.
EXCERPT:
"It's a great place to be, tactical and strategic." Nicole
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Anya Powell Stationary
Connect: Instagram
Books: Leading without Authority | The Leader's Guide to Unconscious Bias: How To Reframe Bias, Cultivate Connection, and Create High-Performing Teams
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion with an admin who's been working at the same organization for 35-years and still loves her admin career today as she did in the beginning.
INTENTION:
To offer the listener a a lively discussion to help reignite their passion for their career while also hearing tips for working smarter in their role.
EXCERPT:
"Building relationships and staying curious has helped me grow in my career." Kelly
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Anya Powell Stationary
Connect: Instagram
Podcast episodes mentioned: #13
Mentioned on the show: The Mentoring Lab podcast | ea University
SUMMARY:
Offering insight into a new way of thinking.
INTENTION:
To help the listeners embrace pausing to evaluate your situation.
EXCERPT:
"I know I'm type-A." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
Instagram video: Type a example
SUMMARY:
A lively discussion with the focus being leaders and their impact to both themselves and their human capital.
INTENTION:
Share relatable stories and inspiration for leaders and assistants to think about how they move about their work day.
EXCERPT:
"Being a thoughtful listener results in better communication." Jaime
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Tafari Travel
Connect: Instagram
Guest: Jaime Nespor Zawmon
Sources: Titan100
Book Suggestion: The 5 Levels of Leadership by John Maxwell + Do Nothing by Cheleste Headlee
SUMMARY:
A collage of different guests sharing their answer to, "What advice would you give your younger self?"
INTENTION:
To remind the listeners the value of perspective and how information is tailored to you, by you.
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
A wonderful discussion with a passionate professional who has been intentional about her career evolution.
INTENTION:
Share a story and ideas around how you can approach achieving a promotion in your career.
EXCERPT:
"Leave it better than you found it." Chiereme
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Tafari Travel
Connect: Instagram
ea University: The Clayton + Workshop
SUMMARY:
Grand thinking and a lack of patience may be hurting you and your career.
INTENTION:
To help the listeners embrace pausing to evaluate your situation.
EXCERPT:
"There are updates all around us, which is causing pressure to update ourselves too." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
A wonderful discussion with a seasoned professional who has learned a lot about herself through the years and how she's more vulnerable with avoiding burnout.
INTENTION:
Share a very relatable story and journey from someone who gets it.
EXCERPT:
"Identifying what's going on and how to address what you need too. " - Nicole
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Tafari Travel
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
A wonderful discussion with a new professional who took her first role out of college to be an executive assistant to a real estate broker. Travel back in time and remember your first admin job.
INTENTION:
Remind the listeners about the beginning of their career so they can reflect on where they have traveled through the years.
EXCERPT:
"Take criticism well and know it's to make you better and stronger." - Gracie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Tafari Travel
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
This engaging discussion covers everything from leadership, attending meetings, learning about budgets, being more than "just" an assistant and how to position your brand in your role.
INTENTION:
To bring forward ideas on how to work stronger in your role that furthers you in your career.
EXCERPT:
"Your posture is everything and how you show up in your role impacts your fulfillment." - Joan
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Tafari Travel
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
Properly labeling issues that happen at the office.
INTENTION:
To help the listeners listen and view their impact from a new place.
EXCERPT:
"How you label an issue at the office matters." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
Cover the importance of knowing how you add value and how that ties into moving the needle of your career.
INTENTION:
Give the listeners insight and tips on how to best articulate your value creation which support advancement and compensation desires.
EXCERPT:
"Knowing where you create value is the biggest thing you need to be aware of in order to advance." - Sam
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Tafari Travel
Guest: Sam Reeve with CompTeam
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
How you frame your mindset about your career impacts the path in which you will travel!
INTENTION:
To bring forward for the listeners thoughts and ideas on how to stay positive (and happy) in your admin career.
EXCERPT:
"Identifying strategies to best approach your work load!" - Kellie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Tafari Travel
Content: Franklin Covey
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
A three person discussion between Hilani and two admins who support an admin team committee of 30 professionals.
INTENTION:
To bring forward inspiration and tips associated with belonging to an admin team.
EXCERPT:
"I view my success by how much autonomy I have and projects I receive." - Sarah
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Tafari Travel
Guest: Michele and Sarah
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
Many question should they make a career change.
INTENTION:
Gain insight into what you should be considering when making that shift.
EXCERPT:
"You won't be picking up coffee cups and water glasses anymore." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
Bring to the forefront, how staying stressed doesn't serve you in the end.
INTENTION:
To drill in (again) the importance of thinking about your health so you can be better at everything you have going on in your life.
EXCERPT:
"Correct me if I'm wrong Hilani, but aren't assistants problem solvers and if so, isn't not having time a problem, therefore they are well equipped to solve this problem?" - Rachel
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Pearl Street Lights
Guest: Rachel with Whole Women Health
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
An engaging conversation with Michelle Zellner covering all things that help you be a better being.
INTENTION:
You can never hear enough encouragement around nutrition, self-care, and happiness. This episode covers wisdom and tips that are easy to deploy that result in being a better being.
EXCERPT:
"If you are spending time, money and energy on things that really aren't important to you that's going to make your being deteriorate " - Michelle
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Pearl Street Lights
Guest: Michelle Zellner - Better Beings
ea University: Workshop
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
A fun and lively discussion about working in hospitality then moving to an admin role.
INTENTION:
Expect to hear insight that sparks ideas on how to move professions, support your career shift desires, and thrive in a new career.
EXCERPT:
"Of two things, one is charitable assumptions." - Marie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Pearl Street Lights
Research: Charitable Assumptions
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
Embrace the onboarding period in a new role or when you are making a shift in your new role.
INTENTION:
Remind the listeners that day 1 is not day 366 on the job.
EXCERPT:
"You'll move from 1.0 to 1.1." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Connect: Instagram
SUMMARY:
An engaging conversation with Joseph Brady for the betterment of growing your wealth.
INTENTION:
You can never hear enough encouragement around money and the importance of being open to discussing it.
EXCERPT:
"I'm committed to helping people understand money is a good thing to discuss." - Joseph
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Pearl Street Lights
Guest: Joseph Brady
Concept: Behavior Gap (book), The Psychology of Money (book)
SUMMARY:
It's encouraging to hear stories from the lens of a seasoned admin. The profession has evolved through the years offering additional opportunity to be better in the future. Learning how much WE really have evolved inspires us to keep progressing.
INTENTION:
Revisiting the beginning of your career to where you are now, should remind you of your own evolution and greatness!
EXCERPT:
"You really have to pay attention to what you're doing and how you're capturing information to be most impactful." Stephanie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Pearl Street Lights
Research: The Pen is mightier than the keyboard
SUMMARY:
Hear an alternate perspective about the admin career from a seasoned male professional.
INTENTION:
Help unite admins through a lively discussion where an admin shares his perspective and wisdom for a career he loves.
EXCERPT:
"You are in control of your career. " - Brandon
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Pearl Street Lights
SUMMARY:
Discuss money and creative ways to design your money making journey.
INTENTION:
Help the listeners realize what their value is, how to measure it, and how to be creative when talking about compensation while leveraging patience.
EXCERPT:
"Clearly, I'm a big advocate for being paid what you're worth, but..." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
SUMMARY:
Enjoy an engaging discussion that revolves around the importance of learning astrology for the wellbeing of your life and career. Learning yours and those of the people you interact with will help you with time and stress.
INTENTION:
To help those listening learn why astrology plays a role in how you operate and your executive(s).
EXCERPT:
"Understanding the drivers of your sign help you save time and stress less. " - Britnie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Rodan + Fields: Morgan O'Hara
Guest: Britnie Hurd + Facebook group
SUMMARY:
Enjoy an engaging discussion that revolves around organization and the usage of OneNote.
INTENTION:
To help those listening learn about a tool that can help them be more organized and buttoned up in their role.
EXCERPT:
"I think my mind was built and waiting for OneNote all of my life. " - Kathy
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Rodan + Fields: Morgan O'Hara
Guest: Kathy in a Video
SUMMARY:
Enjoy an engaging discussion that revolves around the importance of learning about your Enneagram #.
INTENTION:
To help those listening learn why Enneagram plays a big part in how you operate with yourself and others, including your executive(s).
EXCERPT:
"Understanding the drivers of your number which can help you navigate fluid moments and hurdles. " - Hien
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Rodan + Fields: Morgan O'Hara
Guest: Hien DeYoung
SUMMARY:
Keen insight, below the surface wisdom to expand in your career.
INTENTION:
Help the listeners recognize and focus on growing in their career.
EXCERPT:
"Top answer to a question on what's going on in your career, 'I'm looking for more'." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
SUMMARY:
You're at the top of your game, how do you stay employed and thriving?
INTENTION:
Share a challenge story turn great for those experiencing the same struggle.
EXCERPT:
"I was often told I have a breath of command, meaning I GSD." - Mindy
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Rodan + Fields: Moran O'Hara
SUMMARY:
In this episode you'll listen into a lively conversation about the benefits of being positive.
INTENTION:
To motivate the listener to avoid the 'shame spiral' and "I'm not enough" thinking.
EXCERPT:
"We need to confront our judgmental voice and what triggers it. " - Darren
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Rodan + Fields: Morgan O'Hara
Guest: Darren Kanthal
SUMMARY:
In this episode you'll listen into an engaging conversation about the mundane that shows up in your life and how to make meaning of it.
INTENTION:
To motivate the listener to embrace what you face and work smarter.
EXCERPT:
"The mundane is where the living is. " - Lynne
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resource: Rodan + Fields - Morgan O'Hara
Guest: Lynne Golodner
SUMMARY:
Provide insight on how to move to the next level.
INTENTION:
Help the listeners remember small steps move the needle.
EXCERPT:
"Context saves lives." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resources: Why it's so important to allow for the pause
SUMMARY:
No two admins are alike. Knowing your personal brand will help you evolve and move forward in your role and career.
INTENTION:
Encourage admins to move away from the mindset, "just" an admin to "I" am unique.
EXCERPT:
"What's funny is I need more advise now vs. back then. I didn't know what I didn't know." - Lauren
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
Guest: HeartSpark Design
SUMMARY:
A thoughtful conversation that offers insight into how to be stronger when working with your executive so they can be better in their own role.
INTENTION:
Encourage admins to lead in their role which produces results!
EXCERPT:
"Having that connection, a same page meeting, making sure to get to together on a regular basis, and identifying what are we trying to achieve. - helps the workflow and cause." - Jamie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
Guest: Jamie Cornehlsen - EOS Implementar
Book: Rocket Fuel
SUMMARY:
A rich conversation about making connection points, therefore supporting the mission and vision of a company stronger.
INTENTION:
Give the listeners new ideas on how to view their role and impact.
EXCERPT:
"I dug into everything I do, I have an impact on the business." - Meesh
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
SUMMARY:
Drill down on habits, goals, and boundaries.
INTENTION:
Embrace a mindset shift to help you embrace habits, goals, and boundaries. (Plus, shed bad habits).
EXCERPT:
"Is excessive self-improvement actually negatively impacting you?" - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resources: Types of Goals | List of Short Term goal examples | Mind Mapping
SUMMARY:
Travel through time learning about Hilani's journey and what makes her tick.
INTENTION:
Take it to a personal level by sharing intimate details about the founder and podcast host, Hilani.
EXCERPT:
"My answer is legit as I come from both the corporate and stay at home chapters of someone's journey." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
SUMMARY:
A candid conversation between Hilani and her assistant, Leah.
INTENTION:
Give behind the curtain insight into the company's day to day operations.
EXCERPT:
"Coming from a place of student, I had a teachable spirit being new to the role/career." - Leah
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
SUMMARY:
Human Resources is a very important department in an organization. Exceptional admins have a chance to make a bigger impact when they work closely with HR to bridge gaps. From culture, accountability, and impact, you too can be a force towards evolution.
INTENTION:
Bring fresh ideas to how HR and the EA role co-mingle for the betterment of many things.
EXCERPT:
"Micromanagement is a result of sometimes losing control ." - Amanda
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
Quote: “We judge ourselves by our intentions and others by their behavior.” Stephen Covey
SUMMARY:
Create habits that encourage productive self-talk.
INTENTION:
Provide thoughtful ideas to aid in overthinking while also approving positive worrying.
EXCERPT:
"Self talk...how you do it matters." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Resources: Self-Talk as a Regulatory Mechanism: How You Do It Matters study
SUMMARY:
Being able to gain insight into the mind of a CEO is a gift to EAs. This episode introduces you a hardworking, female CEO of a national non-profit.
INTENTION:
Enjoy a fun conversation where two ladies talk about hustling, being passionate, and intentional.
EXCERPT:
"The partnership between an EA and a CEO is very important." - Erin
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
Non-Profit: Boys and Girls Club Metro Denver (consider making a donation)
SUMMARY:
Many know what it's like to get in a funk and seek ways to get to the other side. In this episode, we hear a great story of someone doing just that, I love it when.
INTENTION:
To help administrative professionals relearn their passions and experience more fulfillment each day.
EXCERPT:
"It happened so quickly, yet I've been preparing all my life for what I'm doing now." - Mo
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
Guest: Mo Smith - I love it when, LLC
SUMMARY:
Hear a conversation around avoiding self-doubt and staying focused whether in your career or while searching.
INTENTION:
To help administrative professionals navigate doubt.
EXCERPT:
"I'm so glad you brought up not wanting to miss out on having an experience." - Sara
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Spoonful of Comfort
SUMMARY:
Habits, disciples, routine...they should be applied to all areas of our life.
INTENTION:
Share tips and advice heard from others who have adopted daily disciples in their admin role.
EXCERPT:
"It was like nothing else I had heard of before." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
SUMMARY:
So many believe they've hit a ceiling and are lost on where to go beyond being an admin, yet they still love admin responsibilities.
INTENTION:
Offer inspiration and ideas on how to elevate ones career while still staying true to what makes you feel whole.
EXCERPT:
"I wrote a list of things I was interested and passionate about to move my career forward." - Renee
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: feals
SUMMARY:
The guest shares detailed insight into how you can work stronger and hard to support your executive while elevating to the next level in your career.
INTENTION:
To help executive assistants become more powerful in their role.
EXCERPT:
"That's how you get to be a Chief of Staff. How much value are you unlocking." - Peter
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: feals
SUMMARY:
The guest shares wonderful stories, strategies, and tips for building ones confidence in ways that are easy to do.
INTENTION:
To help women achieve confidence to advance in life and in their careers.
EXCERPT:
"The intersection of confidence and vulnerability is authenticity!" - Jamie
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Guest: Jamie Empowers
Sponsor: feals
SUMMARY:
It's not what you think...the WTF...it's more powerful and thought provoking. It will help get you to your next chapter in your life and career.
INTENTION:
Give the listeners an opportunity to reflect on their current situation with some call to action moments.
EXCERPT:
"Can't take credit for it, I heard it from a great podcast I subscribe to." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Learning Corner: Is it time to quit your job?
SUMMARY:
The guest shares great insight and wisdom attached to having authentic relationships with others and yourself.
INTENTION:
Put a spotlight on the importance of relationships both with people in your network and with yourself.
EXCERPT:
"For lack of a better word, I was pretty much a hot mess!" - Karyn
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Guest: Karyn Seitz
Sponsor: feals
SUMMARY:
The guest shares great tips, tricks, and lessons learned in her 15 years of being a passionate admin.
INTENTION:
Offer insight into an admins journey and lessons learned.
EXCERPT:
"I have many zingers..." Sherry
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: feals
SUMMARY:
Being a seasoned admin requires a lot of mindset shifting and adapting.
INTENTION:
Offer insight into what it takes and how to stay passionate about a profession you truly love.
EXCERPT:
"I love to write things down and it's what keeps me on track..." Aimee
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: feals
SUMMARY:
Staying on task is hard sometimes as well as feeling a sense of accomplishment.
INTENTION:
Give the listeners quick to deploy tips on how to avoid procrastination and experience a sense a accomplishment
EXCERPT:
"I personally do this and it's help me, and my assistant avoid misusing time." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
SUMMARY:
My guest shares her journey starting out as a catch all for any responsibility, then honing in on her strengths as an Executive Assistant to then transition to being a Chief of Staff for her executive.
INTENTION:
Offer inspiration and ideas on how to break through the ceiling in an Executive Assistant role to move towards becoming a Chief of Staff.
EXCERPT:
"I have a little bit of a different background and when I graduated from high school, I sent letters all across the country because at that moment in time, I wanted to be a fashion designer..." - JC
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: feals
Learning Corner: eCornell Project Management Certification + Mike Valentine
SUMMARY:
A discussion covering a hybrid theory where professionals can carry strengths in a variety of areas vs. singular.
INTENTION:
To help professionals stop choosing between being an expert or a generalist - be both, be a hybrid.
EXCERPT:
"That cover letter was one of my first Ah Ha moments on the theory, I needed to spell it out for them..." - Sarabeth
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: feals
Learning Corner: MoreThanMyTitle.com + Sarabeth Berk
SUMMARY:
A raw and hilarious conversation with a top mommy expert, Dr. Sheryl Ziegler.
INTENTION:
Give moms (and dads) perspective on what really is a great mom, when to give yourself grace, and how to enjoy being a mom.
EXCERPT:
"Being a mom is hard work and if you cave to pressures of being the perfect mom..." - Dr. Ziegler
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: feals
Learning Corner: Dr. Sheryl Ziegler
SUMMARY:
Provide unique tips to help everyone continue to stay strong during a time of uncertainty.
INTENTION:
Deliver much needed oxygen during a time when people are finding it hard to take a deep breath.
EXCERPT:
"For my Type A's out there, give yourself some grace." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
SUMMARY:
Talk about Culture and if it's a buzzword or a real thing. Discuss easy-to-deploy initiatives to help build a great culture.
INTENTION:
To help professionals open their mind to what culture should be and where it stems from.
EXCERPT:
"We broke into small groups and went out into the community to volunteer then came back to the office to talk about our adventure." - Donielle
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Clove and Twine
Learning Corner: Best Interview Questions to learn Culture + HBR: The Culture Factor + Employee Turnover cost $15k - Forbes Article + Mastering the Rockefeller Habits
SUMMARY:
The brain in your skull, the one we believe is in control is actually only partially in control. This episode discusses a lot of things connected to overall health and operating at your prime.
INTENTION:
Offer a great discussion to help the listeners learn more about other factors associated with brain fog, lack of energy, and bad results of too much stress.
EXCERPT:
"In just the simple act of eliminating sugar, you eliminate inflammation which is a big contributor to so many ailments." - Dr. J
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Guest: Dr. J Alvarez
Sponsor: Clove and Twine
Learning Corner: Fight or Flight: The Sympathetic Nervous System
Study Think Twice: How the Gut's connected to depression
SUMMARY:
Is a wellness program inside your company only a trend or should it be a reality? In this episode, the guest talks about reactive vs. proactive implementations, along with several other thought-provoking ideas connected to taking your company's human-capital to the next level.
INTENTION:
To debunk the wellness game and make it a reality for the betterment of all humans within a company.
EXCERPT:
"A standing desk is reactive and not enough..." - Myriah
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Guest: Movement 1st Wellness
Sponsor: Clove and Twine
Learning Corner: Employee Turnover cost $15k - Forbes Article
SUMMARY:
So many people set resolutions at the beginning of the year but then fall off from following through...why is this?
INTENTION:
Offer inspiration and a though provoking moment...what's stopping you from committing to the goals you put to paper to take care of yourself?
EXCERPT:
"Why not put off your fitness goals until the 2nd quarter and use the 1st quarter to get your mind right." - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Learning Corner: Why New Year's Resolutions Fail
SUMMARY:
Two passionate professionals talking about all things admin.
INTENTION:
Offer a great discussion that will inspire the listeners on how to evolve professionally.
EXCERPT:
"I worked too much, I was focused too much on my executive and serving my executive vs. taking care of myself..." - Jeremy
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor: Clove and Twine
Guest: Jeremy Burrows
SUMMARY:
So many struggle, talking to themselves often, "Is this it, is there nothing else coming - am I stuck?" So many professionals want to know what's to come, what's the purpose of this current situation, and/or prior situation(s), so the future is known and clear. This episode offers a great story that will help many, Trust the Process.
INTENTION:
To take the pain out of not knowing what's coming and to embrace whatever is in front of you knowing things can work out if you keep your thoughts and energy right.
EXCERPT:
"The way I gained this confidence in the past two years is by just doing it and not being afraid to do it." - Lynn
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Sponsor : Clove and Twine
SUMMARY:
It happens often, we get off track, lose our way, and need something motivating to steer us down the right path to understand the importance of living on purpose.
INTENTION:
In this episode, you’ll learn strategies that support getting out of your own way, remember your ability to be a unicorn in your role, and gain tools to fill your personal bucket for purposeful living.
EXCERPT:
“...bring your best energy to whatever it is you're engaged in that's important to you…” - Mike
RESOURCES:
Discover: Website
Outreach: LinkedIn Community
Guest: Mike Valentine
Sponsor: Clove and Twine
Learning Corner: Iceberg Theory
SUMMARY:
Why a podcast for Exceptional Admins, because we are a great community and deserve a platform to share our greatness.
INTENTION:
In this episode you’ll learn how it all began, what’s the intention, and how your life will be positively impacted with being a part of the exceptional admin community.
EXCERPT:
“It’s my love for people that has me in front of this microphone…” - Hilani
RESOURCES:
Discover:WebsiteOutreach:LinkedIn Community