EA question:

After a major event, members praised my work to leadership, and even suggested I receive a raise for my hard work, but leadership thanked others by name and not me at the closing reception.

I left feeling overlooked.

Would you bring it up during your 1:1 or let it go? TIA

likefunny
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Bring it up were it counts-Your mid year review. Make sure your contributions are noted.

like

I agree with this!

like

I know how this feels! Especially when the event manager gets all the credit, but you did the grunt work. SKO events when you are the first one in (5:30 AM) and the last one out (11:00 PM) and missing meals bc you have 5 people yanking on you at the same time. I would start the convo with “in case you weren’t aware here is a list of contributions I made to xyz event”. Never assume your manager knows everything you do. Most likely they only see 25%. Stand firm in your positive contributions, but not confrontational. Short and sweet (list 3-5 bullets) and make sure you highlight if you weren’t there xyz would have fallen through the cracks or xyz would have been a train wreck.

like

100% agree

like

Let it go. Nobody cares about names being mentioned at an event unless it's their name.

like

This is the Author of the post. You are attacking another EA and I literally didn’t respond to your response at all. If you’re not an EA, you’re not a part of the solution. Enjoy your day.

like

Something similar happened to me once. I planned an entire company outing with over 100 employees and it was such a big success. At the end of the event the CEO got on the Mic and thanked everybody but me lol they did a week later. Give me a spot bonus to thank me for all of my hard work, which was really nice, but like… It would’ve liked to be acknowledged publicly to the company along with all of the other people who had absolutely nothing to do with the planning, lol. As for you, I would make a note of it and bring it up when it comes time for your review.

like

I would do it now and during your review. They have short memories. Give them exact details. Especially details that were carried out by you personally and no one else. Others would gladly accept acknowledgement of your hard work.

like

We EAs are pee-ons no matter the empty platitudes we receive occasionally. Bringing it up may feel good but will yield nothing but possibly sowing the seeds of a “problem maker” in the eyes of the powers at work. Hate to say it but let it go and get used to it.

like

Related Posts

Has anyone looked into the National Branch Financial Advisor. Any thoughts?

like

Salam. 23M here - all my life I’ve had my back on our faith - never really prayed but had imaan (I guess). After bouts of depression from girl problems (🙄), issues within immediate family, being disappointed expectations I had for myself, etc. I’ve been working on bettering my situation over the years. Faith is the only area where I think I need more guidance. Having trouble relating to friends or family about this. Anyone else been thru something similar? How have you connected back to Islam?

likeuplifting
like

Hi friends, any agency editors gone from editing in house to art or creative directing? If so, how? I love editing, but I see myself in a more conceptual role down the road. Thanks for any insights y’all can provide ❤️

like

Has anyone accepted a job/turned down another offer and instantly feel regret? What did you do?

like

Hello Fishes,
I received a call for interview from Deloitte. However I don't have all the skills/exposure mentioned in JD. Has anyone cleared an interview with similar scenario in big 4?

like

Can anyone join 2 companies at a time?

like

Hi fishes,
Need your thoughts.
I am done with my client interview and it went well but they are asking me to come to gugaon location.
I am from Bangalore location.
I directly said to client that I can't since I have my family here.
When I inform this to my manager he is saying how come u say like this to client.according to kpmg policy u need to travel to anywhere to work.
This is not good right. What should be my reply to the client in such a case and how to handle manager on this?

like

Hi. I am looking for a Salesforce Admin Job as a fresher. I have little experience with certification. Can someone guide me.
I am currently in Toronto.

like

Parthenon hiring anyone full time this cycle or only interns?

like

DA AC profile interview, what all is usually asked?
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

like

Hello everyone,
I am looking for a job switch.
Currently working
Deloitte Digital, looking for a product company.
1 yr of work experience.
B.Des from IIT.
Let me know if you are hiring or anyone you know is hiring, would prefer big corp and startups alike.

like

I work at a surety agency and we would like to branch out into P/C commercial lines. Anyone know anything for sale? Or where to look?

like

Klick RTO 9/12 one set day a week.

likehelpful

Which one to join PWC or NCR Corporation?

like

I kiss my kitty so much, I often find my mouth full of his hair. I wonder if it could lead to hairballs? But look at this face and tell me how I can NOT kiss him! LOL

Post Photo
likefunny

Hi, what will be the yearly hike in citi. I have offer for C10 level. 7 YOE.

like

New fish looking for career guidance.

I'm a corporate recruiter with 3 years of experience. Finishing my degree in HRM 5/2022. I'm thinking of getting my SHRM -CP shortly after graduation.

I'm not sure of where to go after that, but I doubt I will stick with recruiting or my current firm.

Has anyone here started off in recruiting and branched out to other HR functions? Do you like your new role? Do you wish you stuck with recruiting?

like

Additional Posts in EAs / Executive Assistants

How many hours a week are you working? I’m generally clocking about 50-60 and I’m exhausted. I’m busy, but it’s mostly because no one I work with has any boundaries.

likehelpful

Has any firm done anything in the way of extensive EA training/networking within their NA offices via a program retreat? I'm guessing it's a hard sell, but it seems it would be beneficial. Anyone?

Just curious are there any EAs in the Las Vegas, NV area and what are your salaries?

like

Any tips on how to quantify work as an EA? I’m having trouble with this part but I’ve heard it’s necessary. Also what would be considered a KPI for an EA? That’s not something we tracked at my last job. TIA!

like

Need some feedback! So I was forced to move jobs about 6 months ago due to reorg and the new leader opting to bring their existing EA with them, without even meeting me. If stayed at the company but accepted an offer for a job outside of the department I was in. I’ve now been asked by a manager from my old department to apply for a job they’re opening that would be a 2 step promotion. She thought she got my managers permission to approach me (see comments)

like

I’ve recently started work at a very young tech startup. Coming from a big law background, this was a huge change of pace/environment. I’m having a lot of trouble getting used to how unstructured the startup is. It feels like hire ups give a set of instructions then talk as if they don’t remember, or then decided rules A, B, C and D applies without being clear this was the case. Is this just the general startup environment? If you experienced this before, how did you deal with It?

like

Curious if all forms have been using “virtual” EAs and if so, how long before the “old” EA model is obsolete?

likesmart

Does anyone have any suggestions for business writing courses?

like

Here we go again with interim review prep...are they kidding me??

like

Oliver Wyman is hiring - we have an open role in Raleigh, North Carolina and in New York City. Reach out to me if you are interested in joining a great team!

like

Where my McKinsey EA's at??

like

How’s everyone holding up?

like

Hello, after doing some research I believe I’m being underpaid. About 4 months ago HR did a market analysis for my role. They bumped my salary for about $2k. I’m a mid-level Executive assistant with 6 years of experience and currently supporting 5 executives at a fortune 50 company. One C level and 4 Vice Presidents. I’m currently making $61,000 with bonus included. Based on my research I should at least be making $71,400. I have a check in with my boss tomorrow and I am asking for a raise.

like

Any EA’s at KPMG? I have a phone screen Monday morning and I’m curious about culture in their Boston office!

Is the EA role fading? What other roles can I transition to with 6 years of experiences as an EA?

like

Salary bands for senior EA - Does anyone know what they are for the following Canadian companies: KPMG, Amazon, Telus, and Deloitte

like

Big 4 EAs: How many partners do you support? How many do you think is realistic for the pay and your sanity?

like

KPMG EA’s - how many of you are going into the office? Average number of days per week?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal