Steven Neuner and Ryan Cassin, co-founders of Superpowers, discuss the power of executive assistants for entrepreneurs' growth and freedom. They emphasize the importance of mindset, qualities to look for in an assistant, and avoiding common hiring mistakes. The role of executive assistants in supporting entrepreneurs, habits of high performers, and the benefits of this professional relationship are highlighted.
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Quick takeaways
View an executive assistant as a strategic hire rather than a reactive hire.
Differentiate between virtual assistants and executive assistants and hire an EA for proactive leadership and growth.
Deep dives
Deserving an Assistant
The podcast episode discusses the importance of viewing an executive assistant (EA) as a valuable asset. Instead of seeing an EA as a means to offload menial tasks, it is crucial to recognize their role as someone who brings organizational savvy, strategic thinking, and follow-through. By valuing the work an EA does and understanding that they excel at tasks that might not be the entrepreneur's strong suit, entrepreneurs can shift their perspective and adopt a more selective and thoughtful approach in hiring an EA.
Finding the Right Assistant
The podcast highlights the different types of assistants available, ranging from virtual assistants (VA) to executive assistants (EA). It emphasizes the importance of identifying the specific needs and responsibilities required for the role. If entrepreneurs need help with specific projects, marketplaces like Upwork or Fiverr are suitable for finding VA's. For consistent execution and known processes, a VA is a good fit. However, for a proactive partner who takes the lead, has good judgment, and provides simultaneous freedom and growth, hiring an EA is recommended.
Training the Right Assistant
The podcast discusses the keys to successful training for an assistant. It emphasizes the importance of coaching, curriculum, and community. Coaching and feedback allow for the development of a strong relationship and successful performance. The availability of online curriculum resources helps in developing an EA's skills. Being part of a community of fellow executive assistants provides peer support and learning opportunities. The podcast also highlights the three-phase framework for the assistant's first 90 days, starting with getting to know the entrepreneur's business, then developing common context and vocabulary, and finally reaching a stage where the assistant can anticipate the entrepreneur's needs and proactively take tasks off their plate.
Ryan Cassin and Steven Neuner are co-founders of Superpowers. Together they are unlocking the incredible leverage of executive assistants and helping fellow entrepreneurs achieve new levels of freedom and growth.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Most commonly, we see entrepreneurs fire their EA only after their redlining and all that does is take it from a strategic hire to a reactive hire.
2. An Executive Assistant is the leader, and you're the boss. So that means you set the parameters of the relationship, but your assistant is the one pulling you forward.
3. You are deserving of an executive assistant. The right executive assistant will deliver new levels of freedom and growth, but you have to have the confidence to see the relationship through and put your assistant in the leader role.
Superpowers helps successful entrepreneurs achieve new levels of freedom and growth. Setup a call with Steven and Ryan to learn more - Super Powers HQ
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