200. Bye For Now
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It's the final episode for now for the Assist With Impact podcast. Liz shares five quotes from her first episode and reflects on how well she feels she's fulfilled them throughout the life of the podcast. We finish off with two great questions from Liv Yeates and Liz's responses. It's the end of the pod as we know it, but who knows...Liz might be back.
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199. My Wish For You My Lovely Listener
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Welcome to the second last episode of Assist With Impact. In this episode Liz shares her key messages for each of her Lovely Listeners (LLs). Liz reflects on the difficulty of recording the final episodes and her discomfort with the spotlight Liz shares her wish for the administrative profession and her listeners The Wish for Executive Assistants Liz encourages assistants to be proactive problem solvers and anticipate needs Liz wants assistants to continue building confidence and competence Liz emphasizes the importance of developing power skills and leadership abilities Liz...
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198. My Top Ten Episodes
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We are counting down to the final episode of Assist With Impact. In this episode Liz shares ten of her all-time favourite episodes...and spoiler alert, there's only ONE interview in this mix! Not that she doesn't love the interviews in the back catalog, but they deserve a special shout-out (cue another episode!) So, in chronological order of episode release, here are the ten eps Liz wants you to bookmark for future listening... ONE - Episode #48: How To Interview Your Boss This ep is all about Effective Communication and Relationship Building TWO - Episode #85: POWER Skills for...
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197. The Ten Most Downloaded Episodes of Assist With Impact
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Welcome to the next in our countdown to the final episode of the Assist With Impact podcast. Episode 197 is a wrap-up of the ten most downloaded episodes over the eight years of the podcast. Over 250K downloads and these episodes are the ones that had the most downloads. Episode #1 - The "'Why' Episode #64 - Indispensable Skills - Managing Your Manager Episode #150 - Lack of Confidence: The Biggest Challenge I Hear From Executive Assistants Episode #138 - Interview with Marco Macente, Executive Business Partner Episode #155 - Interview with Ursula Kohler: Founder & Managing...
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196. Road Ramblings: Farewell Announcement
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In this special "road rambling" episode, Liz announces the conclusion of the "Assist with Impact" podcast at episode 200. Reflecting on the podcast's origins and journey, she shares her motivations and plans for the final episodes. Key Topics Discussed: Origins of the Podcast: Started in June 2016 as "Being Indispensable." Challenges Overcome: Podcasting during a difficult period post-breast cancer treatment. Community Building: Aimed to support and elevate executive assistants. Decision to End: Overcrowded podcast space; pivot to guest appearances on other podcasts. Final Episodes Plan: ...
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The Ten Things To Avoid Doing In Your Conversations
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The focus of this solo episode is your verbal communication skills and common blocks that get in the way of you being a confident and capable communicator. This episode is part of our theme for March. It’s the ‘Power Skills’ impact and insight zone. Power Skills are your supercharged soft skills and in my world, there are ten key Power Skills that I focus on in my training, coaching and speaking. In this episode I’m sharing the Top 10 Communication Blocks that can impact your relationships with your peers, your manager and other people you work with. I remind you of the practical tips...
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How To Ask Better Questions To Increase Your Insight & Impact With Your Leader
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It's a solo episode from Liz. All about improving how we ask questions, especially when it comes to asking questions of the person or people we support. This month, we're focusing on enhancing our skills in managing up and engaging effectively with leaders. It's what I describe as the 'Leader Insight & Impact Zone'. Why Questions Matter - Asking the right questions is crucial for understanding and growth. Many of us hesitate to ask questions due to fear of looking incompetent or being annoying, but it's essential to overcome these fears. Key Insights - Reconnect with...
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Managing Up: Navigating the Labyrinth of Boss Personalities
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🎙 Navigating the Labyrinth of Boss Personalities🎙 In this enlightening episode, dive deep into the complexities of workplace dynamics as we explore how to effectively manage up by understanding and adapting to different boss personalities. From the reflective introverts and the communicative extroverts to the goal-driven advancers, the team-focused harmonizers, and the detail-oriented micromanagers, we unveil strategies for building stronger and more productive relationships with your boss. What You'll Learn: - The distinct differences between introverted (Innies) and extroverted...
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Unlocking Your Potential: The Power of Personal SWOT Analysis
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Overview: In this enlightening solo episode, your host Liz Van Vliet revisits the influential concept of Personal SWOT Analysis, a tool she first introduced in Episode 70. With her signature friendly and engaging tone, she delves into this comprehensive self-assessment method, guiding listeners through the nuances of evaluating their Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. This episode is a perfect blend of professional insights and personal anecdotes, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and thrive in their careers. What You'll...
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Three Ways To Set Yourself Up For Success In 2024
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Embracing 2024 with Reflection, Review, and Goal-Setting Welcome to the first episode of Assist With Impact for 2024! In this episode, we dive into the importance of reflection and goal-setting as we step into the new year. Join us for Episode 191 as we explore how to make the most of 2024. Key Highlights: 1. New Year Reflections and Challenges: - Your host Liz shares personal challenges during the transition into the new year. - Discussion on the blend of pride and disappointment experienced in 2023, including the ten-year cancerversary and podcast milestones. 2. The...
info_outlineIn the second part of her interview with Liz Van Vliet, Robyn Greaves talks about the silver lining of redundancy, the value of curiosity and the skills and capabilities that allowed her to adapt and adjust as an Executive Assistant.
Robyn shares how her final role as an EA gave her "permission to have a voice" beyond the one on one relationship with her executive. How it opened up a world of possibilities and enjoyment for Robyn. In short, it allowed Robyn to be the same person in the office that she was at home.
We then explore the birth of Start Sort Scale, how assistants can see and leverage Artificial Intelligence as an opportunity rather than a threat and Robyn's adventurous life as a digital nomad.
Enjoy Part Two!
Robyn Greaves is a full-time digital nomad and start-up founder. She spends her time travelling the world and collaborating with business owners to optimise their processes and set them up to scale. She is passionate about giving people the freedom to work from anywhere and live life on their own terms.
Prior to launching her business, Start Sort Scale, Robyn spent 15 years as an Assistant, gaining experience across diverse industries including not-for-profit, media publishing, and digital businesses. In 2021, Robyn won an Australian Admin Award for excellence in a multi-functional admin role.
Robyn's passion for the pivotal role of Assistants led her to create "Mastering the Power of ChatGPT: a Guide for Executive Assistants" and the online course "Intro to AI for Executive Assistants." She has emerged as a leading voice in this space, empowering administrative professionals to leverage Artificial Intelligence and get their work done faster, with less effort.
Links:
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyn-greaves/
Follow her digital nomad journey on Instagram: @onthegocouple
Buy the ChatGPT Guide: https://startsortscale.com/chatgptguide/
Learn more about Start Sort Scale website: https://startsortscale.com/clarity/
To see a preview of what Microsoft Copilot will be able to do, check out this YouTube clip: https://youtu.be/hGb9UZ8DyDc
Connect with your host Liz Van Vliet on Instagram or LinkedIn, and
Learn more about her coching, speaking and training at The Linchpin Assistant