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Financial Acumen for EAs
You don’t need to become a finance expert, but having a solid understanding of how the money side of things works will absolutely level up the value you bring.

Nina Hoven
Sep 112 min read


Best Practice - Communication
This article walks through what solid communication looks like in practice.

Nina Hoven
Sep 43 min read


5 Quick Tips for Maximising Efficiency
Just a short article this time - because, let’s be honest, we’re all about efficiency here! 😁 Efficiency isn’t just about doing things...

Nina Hoven
Aug 292 min read


Managing Up: How to Influence Without Authority
As an EA, you don’t have direct authority over your executive - but you absolutely have influence. Managing up is about positioning...

Nina Hoven
Aug 223 min read


Why Networking is Essential for EAs (and How to Do It Without Awkward Small Talk)
Let’s get one thing straight: networking isn’t just for salespeople, executives, or job seekers . As an EA, your network is one of your...

Nina Hoven
Aug 153 min read


Why Saying No Feels So Hard (And How to Do It Without Burning Bridges)
As Executive Assistants, we are natural problem-solvers, fixers, and facilitators. Our role is built on anticipating needs, providing...

Nina Hoven
Aug 82 min read


Burnout Isn’t Just About Workload — And You Don’t Need to Quit to Fix It
Burnout Isn’t Just About Workload — And You Don’t Need to Quit to Fix It

Nina Hoven
Aug 12 min read


Best Practice - Time Management
Time management is a critical part of working effectively as an EA. With constant demands and shifting priorities, having clear strategies in place helps you stay in control, reduce overwhelm, and deliver consistent, high-quality support.

Nina Hoven
Jul 223 min read


Advocating for Yourself as an EA: It's More Than Just Pay
Advocate For Yourself When people hear the word negotiation , their mind often jumps straight to pay rises. And yes, knowing your worth...

Nina Hoven
Jul 162 min read


Negotiating on Behalf of Someone Else – Without Losing Your Voice
Negotiating on behalf of someone else without losing your voice.

Nina Hoven
Apr 213 min read


Scenario Planning and Contingency Management: Essential Skills for Executive Assistants
Scenario Planning and Contingency Management for EAs

Nina Hoven
Mar 12 min read


Best Practice ~ Being Flexible and adaptable
Adaptability and Flexibility As I mentioned in my last article, best practice isn’t about following a strict set of rules. For EAs,...

Nina Hoven
Feb 242 min read


Understanding Best Practice for EAs
When we talk about "best practice," it’s easy to think there’s one golden rule that applies to every situation. A magic formula that...

Nina Hoven
Feb 245 min read
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