199. My Wish For You My Lovely Listener

Assist With Impact

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