EAs / Executive Assistants

My supervisor just put a meeting on my calendar for today at 4:30 p.m., he never sticks around that late on a Friday. Should I be worried? Am I going to lose my job today?

Hello Everyone,

Does anyone know the process for hiring an EA at DLA Piper? I've gone through all the interviews, background check, etc. and have not heard anything for over a week.

Is anyone else's boss insisting they use AI for their writing tasks? Even for responding to basic emails? Because mine is and it's tripled the amount of time it takes me to complete these task… more

Hiring managers are now finding out that having five to six rounds of interviews for an EA position is not necessary. We are not running for the position of presidency and it should not require that … more

Hi I need some advice or helping me understand from an outside perspective- when i first got in my execs team they were experiencing a lot of behavioral and performance related issues with a member of… more

Hello, talented EA's!
Hpave you ever planned a road show and if yes, what is your advice for beginners?

TIA and have a great rest of your day!

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Curious if your company is giving employee raises or are they scaling back?

So, is it even possible to earn over $100k as an EA? Because I'm starting to think I've been lied to about my earning potential.

Im curious as to what roles/careers EAs are transitioning to as companies whittle down EAs to CEO/Senior exec mgmt only…I didn’t plan on having to find a new calling but it is beginning to seem inevit… more

My boss pulled me into his office the other day. Said he was worried about my future because everything I do will soon be done by AI, and I needed to start making some long term plans. So...what am I … more

Question for all of the EA's, Ofc Mgrs out there. I recently joined a company in Nov., and I believe I'm getting acclimated pretty well. However, my predecessor is having a difficult time le… more

Good afternoon, What is everyone's thoughts on Discretionary Time Off (DTO)? The org I'm interviewing with allows this after 90 days. I have never been a fan of this type of policy and alway… more

If your work bestie quit, how long would you stay before you quit as well?

I've noticed a significant amount of EA positions with "dual" or "multiple" roles. The most recent one I came across is an EA who not only does all calendar and in-box managem… more

I'm finally getting around to updating my resume. Do you guys still include a summary on yours?

Hi everyone?

I’m wondering if anyone is interested in working from home. I've been working remotely for a while now, and it's been going well. Though I'm not rich, I make enough to live com… more

Hello Professionals,

I am transitioning out of the Marine Corps after 8 years of doing the military equivalent of an EA. I have all of the qualifications and experience that job posts are requiring but… more

I took PTO and came back to a backlog that took weeks to unwind. There was no coverage plan and no acknowledgment of the extra work. Taking time off now feels stressful. How do others take PTO without… more

Last day of work is Feb 20th. Found out right b4 Thanksgiving so i really started looking right b4 Christmas. Haven't had a formal interview in 13 years. I am sooo rusty. The STAR method is new an… more

Employers, it is time you treat us fairly and pay us 6 figures! You want a Lamborghini but only willing to pay for a Ford Escort. I am an Executive Administrator with 25+ years experience. (Think Donn… more

Has anyone formerly worked at MarshBerry (OH) in an administrative role? Would like to learn about their culture, work structure and benefits. Thank you in advance.

Stay with an executive you trust or move to a new role with higher pay and unknown expectations? I have been in my current role for seven years and feel capped. This is such a tough decision.

I’m currently enrolled in a BBA program. Should I include this in my resume and applications? It’s an accelerated program and I anticipate completing this year.

Has anyone changed careers from EA to Project Manager and is willing to chat?

If given these two options which one would you choose? Support one executive with intense needs or support two executives with lighter day to day demands.

Why does supporting one executive turn into supporting an entire organization? I was hired to support one SVP and now regularly get pulled into meetings and tasks for their peers. My workload looks no… more

Why does emotional availability get treated as part of the job with no limits? I am expected to stay calm absorb stress and smooth tension throughout the day. That expectation never turns off. How do … more

Been an EA for 5 years but am hitting a ceiling after senior EA. What does the upward trajectory path look like or ,brutally honest, there isn’t without moving into another space?

Looking for advice from others in regulated environments. I support a VP of Anti-Money Laundering at a bank and manage executive support, legal documentation, and daily monitoring of 50+ accounts with… more

I am new here. I am wondering if anyone has any recommendations for a job in Houston Texas? I have over five years of experience as a Legal Assistant/Executive Assistant to VPs and CEOs. I came from a… more

When your employer has you travel with them, do they get you your own hotel room, or are you expected to share with a colleague? My boss says if I want my own room, I can pay for it myself. But if he&… more

Is there a good way to explain to your boss that your workload is becoming unmanageable? I'm trying my best to keep up with the tasks my manager keeps heaping upon me, but I'm only one person.

Is your manager having you use AI for your job yet? Beyond editing emails and checking my spelling, I haven't found a good use for AI.

Interested to hear your thoughts on how you separate your feeling as a lower employee and seeing the higher ups make decisions mainly about culture and decisions that will effect the company as whole … more

How many people here truly feel respected by their managers? Because I know I never have.

I’ve been a temp for almost a year. The agency makes a lot off of me. I need to ask them for a raise but I have no idea how to do this…does anyone have experience with this?

Expected to answer questions with the STAR method, yet the interviewer is cursing during the interview. Unprofessional! I could never get away with this… phew!