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The Whole Assistant Podcast Annie Croner
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Welcome to The Whole Assistant Podcast! I’m your host Annie Croner. I’m a former assistant who is passionate about the profession, and a certified coach who is invested in your success. You’ve come to the right place if you want to know what it looks like to stand in your power, and achieve success free from overwhelm & burnout.
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My Favorite Energy Management Strategy to Reduce Stress
Looking for a small shift that could make a huge impact?In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I share one of my favorite energy management strategies that helped me excel as an executive assistant and continues to enhance my productivity today. In this episode, you will learn:- What batching is and how it can revolutionize how you work- The science behind task switching and its impact on your brain and overall efficiency- Practical examples of tasks you can batch to save time and reduce mental fatigue
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Join our next FREE event - The EA Mingle event on June 14!
Exciting news! We're hosting another Executive Assistant Mingle on June 14 at 12:00 CST, and you're invited! This free online networking event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow administrative professionals, share stories, and participate in fun, insightful activities like speed networking. Whether you're an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or just eager to join the fun, we can’t wait to see you there.
Don't miss out! Register here to save your spot! Spread the word and bring your admin buddies along for an engaging and enjoyable experience.
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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.
----------------------------------------------Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive. This will help you:- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillmentGrab your free guide here!----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.
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The Power of Prioritization
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your endless to-do list and struggling to figure out what truly matters?In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I dive deep into the transformative power of prioritization. I'll share how aligning your priorities with those of your executive can drastically increase your effectiveness and reduce overwhelm. Together, we'll explore actionable strategies, such as leveraging digital task tracking systems and making critical distinctions between urgent and important tasks, to enhance your performance.In this episode, you will discover:- How to align with your executive’s priorities and keep the lines of communication open- The importance of distinguishing between urgent and important tasks - How I prioritize everything on my plate, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks
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Join our next FREE event - The EA Mingle event on June 14!
Exciting news! We're hosting another Executive Assistant Mingle on June 14 at 12:00 CST, and you're invited! This free online networking event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow administrative professionals, share stories, and participate in fun, insightful activities like speed networking. Whether you're an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or just eager to join the fun, we can’t wait to see you there.
Don't miss out! Register here to save your spot! Spread the word and bring your admin buddies along for an engaging and enjoyable experience.
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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.
----------------------------------------------Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive. This will help you:- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillmentGrab your free guide here!----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.
Stay Connected:
Book your free discovery call.
Visit the website.
Follow me on LinkedIn.
Send Me an Email: annie@wholeassistant.com -
Creating Authentic EA Communities with Becky Kaapuni
Are you hungry for connection and community? Please join me as I sit down with the dynamic force behind EA Social Club, Becky Kaapuni.
You will discover:
The importance and power of networking within the executive assistant community
The organic evolution of the EA Social Club and how to get connected
The significance of authentic connections and the beauty of collective wisdom
Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.
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Email Becky: becky@easocialclub.com
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Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive. This will help you:- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillmentGrab your free guide here!----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.
Stay Connected:
Book your free discovery call.
Visit the website.
Follow me on LinkedIn.
Send Me an Email: annie@wholeassistant.com -
How to Separate the Data from the Drama
Looking for techniques to help you stay objective and calm in emotionally charged situations at work?In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I delve into the crucial skill of separating the data from the drama in our professional lives. I share personal experiences and effective strategies to help you, as an assistant, discern the factual basis of the situations you face and manage your responses accordingly.In this episode, you will discover:- Techniques for identifying the distinction between objective data and subjective judgements - Methods for thoughtfully responding to criticism or feedback by focusing on the facts- The advantages of addressing only the data in our work environments
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Are you ready to make a bigger impact in your executive assistant role?Enrolment for my signature group coaching program, The Leveled-Up Assistant is now open!It's time to stop playing small, unleash your inner powerhouse, and create a career you love. Check out all the details by clicking here.
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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.
----------------------------------------------Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive. This will help you:- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillmentGrab your free guide here!----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.
Stay Connected:
Book your free discovery call.
Visit the website.
Follow me on LinkedIn.
Send Me an Email: annie@wholeassistant.com -
The #1 Barrier to a More Strategic Partnership
Have you ever caught yourself agreeing to take on a task just because it seemed easier than delegating or training the proper person? In this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I'm diving deep into the often overlooked challenge of convenience versus strategic engagement in our roles as assistants. I explore how routinely opting to handle tasks because it’s easier in the moment can block your path to a more strategic partnership. In this episode, you will discover:- The number one barrier to forming a more strategic partnership- Effective strategies to overcome the convenience trap and start playing the long game in your career- How to manage and navigate the discomfort that may arise as you make space for a more strategic partnership
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Are you ready to develop the strategic partnership you've always wanted? You shouldn't have to settle for less in your executive assistant role. It's time to embrace your badassery & position yourself as the indispensable strategic business partner you know you can be.Sign up for this FREE masterclass happening May 10th and 16th* (*recently added). Click here to save your spot!
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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.
----------------------------------------------Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive. This will help you:- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillmentGrab your free guide here!----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.
Stay Connected:
Book your free discovery call.
Visit the website.
Follow me on LinkedIn.
Send Me an Email: annie@wholeassistant.com -
Becoming the Calm in the Storm & Developing Sturdiness in Your Role
Do you ever find yourself ingesting the stress of your executive and feeling off kilter as a result?During this episode of the Whole Assistant Podcast, I unpack what it looks like to develop sturdiness in your role. I share techniques that will help you remain composed and clear-headed, even when everything around you isn’t.In this episode, you will discover:
- Why developing sturdiness in your role is important & how sturdiness will help you show up more strategically- How to stay in your lane and not take on the emotional states of those around you- Practical tips on how to serve the work rather than the whims of others
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Are you ready to develop the strategic partnership you've always wanted? You shouldn't have to settle for less in your executive assistant role. It's time to embrace your badassery & position yourself as the indispensable strategic business partner you know you can be.Sign up for this FREE masterclass happening May 8th and 10th. Click here to save your spot!
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Have burning questions you've been dying to ask? Submit your question to Ask Annie Anything by clicking here.
----------------------------------------------Are you ready to show up more strategically in your role, and gain clarity on your executive's priorities? Grab my FREE Strategic Planning Session guide and learn how to hold consistent strategic planning sessions with your executive. This will help you:- Prepare and execute your strategic planning session- Enhance trust with your executive & gain clarity around their goals- Form a more strategic partnership & increase your fulfillmentGrab your free guide here!----------------------------------------------Enjoy what you're hearing on the podcast? Please rate and review wherever you're listening.
Stay Connected:
Book your free discovery call.
Visit the website.
Follow me on LinkedIn.
Send Me an Email: annie@wholeassistant.com
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