The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant

by Jeremy Burrows

Overview

Assistant, you are a leader. As an assistant, you constantly face obstacles that hold you back from accomplishing your career goals. Whether it's a job change, shifting deadlines, a micromanaging executive, a toxic co-worker, a high-pressure project, or an intense negotiation with a vendor, the administrative profession is not for the faint of heart. If you're looking to maintain the status quo and be "just an assistant," this book is not for you. But, if you want the confidence and ability to conquer the challenges that most try to avoid, then you're in the right place. The Leader Assistant outlines four pillars—embody the characteristics, employ the tactics, engage in relationships, and exercise self-care—that will help you rediscover your passion for the profession and become a confident, future-proof, game-changing Leader Assistant. If you neglect even one pillar, you'll head for burnout, stagnation, and anonymity. You are meant for so much more. Are you ready to be the Leader Assistant the world needs?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781544509440
Publisher:	Assistants Lead
Publication date:	07/22/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	252
Sales rank:	384,052
File size:	4 MB

About the Author

JEREMY BURROWS is a longtime executive assistant, international speaker and trainer, and host of the #1 podcast for assistants: The Leader Assistant Podcast. His passion is helping assistants and executives lead well without burning out. Jeremy has worked with CEOs, professional athletes, Fortune 100 board members, billionaires, pastors-and their assistants-in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. He's currently executive assistant to the founder and CEO of Capacity, an artificial intelligence support automation company. He lives in Kansas City, MO with his wife, Meg, and their boys, Weston and Silas. To connect with Jeremy or learn more about his training resources for executives and assistants, visit GoBurrows.com.

Editorial Reviews

"Jeremy's book infuses assistants with a blend of practical expertise and insightful wisdom that inspires confidence, promotes leadership, and increases enthusiasm for this essential role."

-Peggy Grande, Former Executive Assistant to President Ronald Reagan

"In a clear and compelling style, Jeremy offers relevant, up-to-the-minute nuts-and-bolts advice for assistants at every level. He is a refreshing and important voice in the administrative professional landscape. If you're serious about working as a true business partner, this book is required reading."

-Bonnie Low-Kramen, thought leader and author of Be the Ultimate Assistant

"Jeremy is thoughtful, thought-provoking, and he's walked a mile in my shoes. If you want to be a better assistant, read this book!"

-Melinda Vail-Goodnight, executive assistant, Southwest Airlines

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