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Executive Assistant

 
Background
An Executive Assistant supports senior managers and executives by handling their daily administrative tasks. This includes managing calendars, scheduling meetings, organizing travel, preparing documents, and communicating with clients and staff. They are the right hand of their boss, helping them stay organized so they can focus on important business decisions.
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Next Step Roles
Office Manager→Executive Secretary→Senior Executive Assistant→Operations Manager
Publications
Administrative Professional TodayOffice Pro Magazine
Books
The Organized ExecutiveNever Split the DifferenceGetting Things Done
Movies
The Devil Wears PradaSuits
Key Figures
Sheryl SandbergSatya NadellaTim CookIndra Nooyi
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference651.3, 658.3For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Executive SecretarySenior Administrative AssistantOffice ManagerAdministrative Executive
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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