The Leader Assistant Podcast with Jeremy Burrows

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Ashley Langlais, Chief of Staff at DVx Ventures, shares her unique approach to being a strategic partner to a CEO. Ashley details her journey in supporting her CEO through a "big first," such as writing his first book, making his goal her own from day one. 
Jeremy and Ashley chat about how to provide support beyond calendar management for major initiatives like book writing, speechwriting, keynote prep, and internal/external messaging. 
Ashley also covers the Chief of Staff role as a true strategic partner and shares valuable lessons learned for next time.
Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/381
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Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.)
See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite.
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Amber Youngren is the executive assistant and office manager lead at Forged Fiber 37. 
In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Amber discusses the evolving role of the Executive Assistant. She shares how EAs can become strategic leaders by developing skills for operations and Chief of Staff roles, building deep trust, managing up, and acting as the organization's ultimate connector to translate observations into actionable insight and bring alignment across teams.
Show notes → leaderassistant.com/380
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It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.”
Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience.
Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.)
See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite.
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Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants.
More from The Leader Assistant...
Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com
The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy 
Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership
Events -> leaderassistantlive.com
Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community

Tune into this special episode featuring a rare dual interview between Diana Brandl, award-winning executive assistant Paula Moio and her executive, Louis. Discover the powerful synergy of their four-year working relationship, built on radical trust, open dialogue, and Louis' strong belief that "assistants must be leaders." 
They share how emotional intelligence and cultural adaptation are critical in modern administration, and why future EAs must continuously add value beyond routine tasks to lead the profession. 
Don't miss this inspiring conversation on leadership, trust, and the human side of the evolving executive office.
Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/379 
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It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.”
Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience.
Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.)
See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite.
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Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants.
More from The Leader Assistant...
Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com
The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy 
Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership
Events -> leaderassistantlive.com
Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community

Join Diana Brandl for an inspiring spotlight episode of Executive Office Insights with Atrayah Janhe, former Personal Assistant to Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Atrayah shares her diverse career path – from her start as a secretary and policewoman in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) to managing the Arch's office during his transition to retirement.

She offers crucial insights into the evolution of the assistant role, arguing that while technology advances skills, human connection and Emotional Intelligence (EQ) are vital qualities often missed in today's fast-paced, remote work world. Discover the Arch's cherished routines (including hot chocolate and twice-daily tea times), the power of servant leadership, and why embracing the courage to "jump" into new opportunities is the key to becoming a Leader Assistant.
Show notes → leaderassistant.com/378
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It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.”
Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience.
Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.)
See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite.
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Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants.
More from The Leader Assistant...
Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com
The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy 
Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership
Events -> leaderassistantlive.com
Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community

James “Mac” McPartland is a keynote speaker, author of the Unopened Gifts ® series, and MindShift & Performance Coach.
In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, James talks about what it really means to lead from where you are, self-leadership, radical responsibility, and communication.
Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/377
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It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.”
Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience.
Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.)
See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite.
--
Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants.
More from The Leader Assistant...
Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com
The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy 
Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership
Events -> leaderassistantlive.com
Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community