Feeling that post-holiday hangover? Not the 🍻🤢 kind, but the one where diving back into work feels a bit overwhelming? You’re not alone, and I’ve got your back. And guess what? This approach isn’t just for you; it’s a game-changer for your Executive Assistant too. Give them the green light […]
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The text discusses the clash between the “48 Laws of Power” and Servant Leadership, highlighting how destructive power opposes constructive leadership. It emphasizes empowerment over manipulation, collaboration over competition, humility over arrogance, trust over fear, and long-term vision over short-term gains as key principles of constructive leadership and support.
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What do you wish, hope or pray for this season? I’d love to know. I want to tell you a story about why Christmas is a big deal to me… and it has to do with my faith. ✝️ As a kid that struggled in school from kindergarten to 5th […]
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Entrepreneurs and leaders often feel isolated in their thoughts. A remote EA can serve as a valuable thinking partner, offering feedback, challenging ideas, providing fresh perspectives, aiding in idea implementation, and offering confidential support. Embracing this collaboration can lead to innovation and success in the business world.
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The importance of disconnecting on vacation and the role of a remote executive assistant (EA) in managing email during time off, allowing for a worry-free break. By setting clear instructions, filtering and prioritizing messages, responding and delegating tasks, triaging and escalating, and maintaining professionalism, the EA ensures uninterrupted communication, enabling true relaxation.
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When hiring an EA, look beyond technical skills. Focus on qualities like adaptability, curiosity, and problem-solving. A great EA is a continuous learner and resourceful problem-solver. Look for agility and readiness to tackle challenges. Avoid getting caught up in checking off software boxes. Find someone with passion and potential for growth. – Micah Foster
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Amidst the chaos of business, a remote Executive Assistant acts as the guiding force, coordinating projects, managing schedules, ensuring clear communication, anticipating challenges, and streamlining operations. Comparable to air traffic control, they lead the way for increased productivity and success. -Micah Foster, Co-Owner.
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The importance of attention to detail is emphasized by Micah Foster, who believes influential people notice and are distracted by small errors. He urges meticulous presentation, impeccable communication, streamlined organization, personal touches, and consistent branding as ways to harness the power of details. Foster also advises seeking feedback and paying attention to personal grooming.
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Happy Thanksgiving! This week, Micah Foster encourages acknowledging and expressing gratitude, highlighting that unspoken thanks can be perceived as ingratitude. Foster proposes a Thanksgiving pact to sincerely match our gratitude with the kindness we receive. He warns against a bad attitude and urges everyone to reflect on blessings, express sincere thanks, and let others know their value.
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My wife, and business partner, is a stellar Executive Assistant, but she is NOT my Executive Assistant! Maybe that comes as a surprise, but I think it’s a smart play. Over the past few months I’ve had several conversations that go something like this, “Right now my wife (or significant […]
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