Friday 10 July 2009

Executive Assistant - What Executives Want in Their Assistants

Being an Executive Assistant isn't about money or glamour. It's about providing valuable support to a person and an organization you believe in. Being an EA is a unique position and it takes a unique set of skills to achieve long term success. It isn't easy and it isn't always fun. It takes commitment and a drive to succeed. Having said that, it can be extremely rewarding and give you a great sense of achievement.

You will need to constantly improve your abilities and update your skills, remain flexible and level headed, even in the face of chaos. The EA provides nearly invisible support for the executive, acting with little supervision, anticipating needs while managing the day to day workflow and prioritizing various projects.

Here are a few core competencies required for such a role:-

Adaptable
Organised
Team player
Judgement
Computer skills
Customer Skills
Communication Skills
Knowledge of Business Concepts

Yvonne Bleakley is the manager's mentor, director of
http://www.coachuk.ltd.uk and creator of The Silent Motivator System, the proven step-by-step programme to maximise staff and gain true respect and commitment.

Download your free e-book "How to Maximise your Staff and Gain Respect" at http://www.silentmotivator.com

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