Synergistic Remote Partnerships and the Business of Trust with Andy Culligan and Miranda Berry
Today we speak with Andy Culligan, fractional CMO and Marketing Consultant for BaseHQ, and his Executive Assistant, Miranda Berry, who he hired through BaseHQ. Andy is a sales person stuck in a marketer’s body. He shares his journey from sales to marketing and entrepreneurship, opening up about how his decade of experience led him first […]
Honoring the Whole Person, Supporting Educators, and Creating a Lasting Business Partnership with Elizabeth Orme & Shannon Hady
Hallie speaks with Founder and CEO, Elizabeth Orme, and Leadership Integrator, Shannon Hady, the dynamic duo behind Creatively Focused, an EdTech company designed to support special education teachers, admin, and support staff. The pair shares how their mutual respect and complementary skills have propelled their business forward, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting each […]
Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Communication in the C-Suite
Effective communication sets the great leaders and Force Multipliers apart from the average. Part of effective communication is being strategic about which forms of communication you use—specifically synchronous versus asynchronous communication. The Difference Between Synchronous and Asynchronous Communication Synchronous Communication Synchronous communication is scheduled, real-time interactions, usually done by phone, video conference calls, or in-person. […]
Is Having a Strategic Business Partnership Right For You?
Listen to our podcast episode about this topic here: I think many leaders and Executive Assistants or Chiefs of Staff tend to fall into their respective positions rather than take them on intentionally—perhaps more than we would care to admit! Top sales reps, promising mid-level managers, or recent MBA grads get appointed to leadership roles […]
Should an Executive Assistant Be Part of the Leadership Team?
Listen to our podcast episode about this topic here: I find it interesting that on most organizational charts, the Executive Assistant and/or Chief of Staff are always hanging out on the side by themselves. They don’t necessarily have any direct reports, nor are they a part of any one business function (that is, except for […]
The Modern Day Assistant with Lucy Brazier
Hallie sits down with the one and only Lucy Brazier—CEO of Marcham Publishing, publisher of Executive Support Magazine—to discuss her new book, The Modern Day Assistant, address misconceptions about the profession and its various titles, and offer practical tips for assistants to become strategic leaders in their role. This episode is packed with valuable insights […]
What is the Difference Between a Chief of Staff and COO?
Listen to our podcast episode about this topic here: About 6 or 7 years ago, when I was beginning to explore where I wanted to take my career next, I did a deep dive into the career paths of Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, and Chief Operating Officer (COO). As an employee of a startup, […]
What’s the Difference Between an Executive Business Partner and an Executive Assistant?
Listen to our podcast episode about this topic here: In the executive support and administrative professional world, titles are always a topic of conversation. From secretaries, coordinators and assistants to strategic partners, managers, business partners, force multipliers, and more, there seems to be an endless combination of titles available for these roles. And if it […]
Exploring Human Potential, Career Transitions, and Effective Communication with Monique Helstrom
Get ready to fangirl (we sure did!), because we are speaking with Monique Helstrom—esteemed speaker, activator of human potential and former Chief of Staff to Simon Sinek. In our conversation, she highlights the importance of understanding oneself, acknowledging individual strengths and weaknesses, and utilizing emotional intelligence. She also discusses her process of preparing her successor, […]
How to Know if You Need a “Force Multiplier” and the Steps to Hiring One with Adam Hergenrother and Hallie Warner
FROM THE JASMINE STAR SHOW – Have you heard of a Force Multiplier? A Force Multiplier serves as the behind-the-scenes, right-hand person to the CEO or founder of an organization. This term was coined by Adam Hergenrother (CEO and Founder) and Hallie Warner (Chief of Staff) with Adam Hergenrother Companies, who have been working together […]
How to Have an Effective Weekly 1:1 Meeting
Listen to our podcast episode on this topic here: Over the twelve years that Adam and I have worked together a lot has changed. We’ve built several companies, iterated others, coached thousands of people, wrote a book, launched two podcasts, learned how to become better leaders, and built a company culture of work-life presence. One […]
Why “Soft” Skills Are More Important Than Ever
For many years I downplayed the importance of soft skills, both in my own life and career and with candidates and employees. Why? Because they were too “soft” and I only wanted to be seen as a strong, hard-skill hitting business professional. Little did I know that soft skills are actually where it’s at. They […]
Exploring the Chief of Staff Role, Embracing Failure, and Building Confidence with Maggie Olson
Hallie speaks with Maggie Olson, creator of the first-of-its-kind Chief of Staff Certification. Maggie shares her journey to Chief of Staff, highlighting the importance of every experience as a stepping stone towards success. We delve into the pressures of societal norms, mental health, and gender disparities in risk-taking and explores the nuances of the Chief […]
The Strategic Pause
Listen to our podcast episode about this topic here: When I talk to Executive Assistants, aspiring Chiefs of Staff, and other executive support professionals, there is always a common theme (okay, there are several common themes, but let’s just tackle one today): strategic thinking. Force Multipliers are asked to be more strategic at work, encouraged […]
Moving Beyond Fear, O.N.E. Things Thinking, and Daily Bookends with Machen MacDonald
Machen McDonald is an award-winning Strategic Life and Business coach and best-selling author who guides small business owners on how to maximize their success. In this episode, Machen and Hallie discuss how to move beyond fearful thinking and set your day up for success with “daily bookends”. Machen shares how important it is to have […]
The Assistant’s Assistant and Smart Scheduling with Cabinet Co-Founders Julia Leibowitz & Evan Kesten
In this episode, Julia Liebowitz and Evan Kesten, the co-founders of Cabinet, share their journey from forming a community for Executive Assistants (EAs) to developing an innovative SaaS platform. They delve into the challenges and rewards of transforming Cabinet into a fully remote company amid the COVID-19 pandemic, their unique views on remote work, future […]
5 Tools to Set Your Assistant Up for Success
You just hired an Executive Business Partner or Force Multiplier. Congratulations! Now, how do you set them up for success from day one? Over the course of the last decade, we have consistently utilized five game-changing tools with our new executive support professionals (heck, we use these tools with all new team members and leadership!). […]
6 Things You Need to Know About Working With a Founder
Listen to our podcast episode about this topic here: I’ve worked with a multi-passionate entrepreneur for over twelve years. I have some (albeit limited) experience working for leaders in more traditional settings (a diligent and determined non-profit Executive and the leader in the bureaucratic environment of secondary education). Suffice it to say, I knew those […]
Finding Your Force Multiplier, Leaders Are Readers, and Project Partnership with Jay Papasan and Carly Fox
This is an episode you don’t want to miss! We were fortunate enough to sit down with bestselling author of The One Thing and VP of Strategic Content for Keller Williams Realty International, Jay Papasan, and his Executive Assistant, Carly Fox. Their story is a true testament to the power of an effective strategic partnership […]
3 Tips for Unlocking Growth and Opportunity In Your Executive Assistant Career
FROM BASE HQ – One of the biggest challenges assistants face in their careers is not always having a clearly defined path for growth. But building a successful and fulfilling career as an Executive Assistant (or using the role as a launching pad for other opportunities) is absolutely possible! By implementing the tips below, you’ll […]
Make Time for a Mid-Year Review Every Year
Most of us make time at the end of the year to look back on what went well, what didn’t, and to plan for the year ahead. That’s a great habit to get into. But a mid-year review can be just as effective, if not more so! Why? Because it gives you time to get […]
Building a Strong Strategic Business Partnership Remotely with Vanessa Rosenblum & Liza Lambert
What does it take to build and maintain a successful business partnership? Vanessa Rosenblum and Liza Lambert from Pro R.E.A. Staffing reveal how trust, communication, and accountability have paved the way for their thriving collaboration. In our conversation, we explore how Vanessa and Liza use their ‘one thing’ strategy to stay on track and productive […]
Ep 227: David Karandish on Automation in the Workplace, Energy Management, and the Executive Assistant Partnership
FROM THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST – This conversation between my CEO, David Karandish, myself, and Hallie Warner originally aired on The Founder and The Force Multiplier Podcast and I’m excited to re-post it here on The Leader Assistant Podcast! How has our partnership thrived since 2017? Tune in to this fascinating conversation as we share […]
Are You an Accidental Diminisher?
Listen to our podcast episode about this post: I first heard the term “accidental diminisher“ several years ago while reading Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter by Liz Wiseman. Turns out, it was a concept that I was quite familiar with. I have been guilty in the past of showing up as a […]