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Executive Assistant Tips


When Your Manager Works in a Different Time Zone: How to Coordinate Without Burning Out
Working with a boss in a different time zone can be a daily challenge. In this post, I share tools, routines, and hacks that have helped me coordinate smoothly and productively—without burning out.
Zaida Montes Pintor
Oct 12 min read


The Art of Anticipating: How to Solve Problems Before They Land on Your Desk
One of the best feelings as an Executive Assistant is solving a problem… before it actually happens. Anticipating at work isn’t...
Zaida Montes Pintor
Sep 172 min read


How to Say No to Your Manager (Without It Sounding Like a Flat-Out No)
Saying no to your boss can feel impossible. This post shows you how to do it assertively—whether it’s about personal boundaries or an impossible request—without damaging the relationship or creating conflict.
Zaida Montes Pintor
Sep 102 min read


How to Prioritize When Everything Feels Urgent
Some days at work start with a clear to-do list… and end up turning into a race against the clock. Suddenly, everything is “urgent.” Your...
Zaida Montes Pintor
Sep 32 min read


When Your Boss Doesn’t Delegate: How to Earn Their Trust (and Stop Them From Micromanaging Everything)
When your boss micromanages everything and doesn’t delegate, daily coordination can become a constant challenge. This post shares strategies and a real-life example to help you build trust, reduce micromanagement, and gain more autonomy in your role.
Zaida Montes Pintor
Aug 272 min read


When Your Boss Changes Priorities Every Day: How to Adapt Without Losing Your Focus
In the fast-paced life of an Executive Assistant, shifting priorities are part of the game. When your boss changes priorities every day, your carefully planned schedule can fall apart in minutes. This post shares how to adapt to constant changes without losing productivity or energy, with practical tips and a real-life example that proves flexibility is your greatest ally.
Zaida Montes Pintor
Aug 202 min read
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