Advancing from Admin Assistant to EA

Alicia Fairclough

Price:

$395

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July 21st, 22nd, 28th, & 29th, 1PM-2:15PM ET

0.4 CEUs - 4 hours

What's Included?

Four live sessions with Q&A and the on-demand recordings
Four bonus resources
Exclusive Circle space for interacting with the instructor and course participants
Course certificate

This four-session course is designed for high-performing administrative assistants who are ready to transition into the executive assistant role. This course will go beyond standard training to challenge participants with advanced skills, executive-level thinking, and strategic career positioning.

Once completed, participants will have developed an advanced understanding of executive support functions, refined their strategic business skills, and formulated a clear career progression plan to transition from an administrative assistant to an executive assistant.

Who Will Benefit?

Ambitious admin assistants ready to level up into a high-impact executive assistant role will benefit most from this course. This training is ideal for those seeking strategic responsibilities, greater visibility, and long-term career growth.

Level of Difficulty/Prerequisites:

This course is designed for administrative professionals with at least 2–3 years of experience in a support role. Participants should be comfortable with core administrative functions and familiar with tools like Outlook, Microsoft Office, and common workplace platforms. No additional software is required.

Course Schedule

Monday, July 21, 2025, 1pm - 2:15pm ET

Today’s Executive Assistant is far more than a support role—they’re a vital strategic partner. In this session, you’ll explore the evolution of the EA position, gain insight into executive priorities and decision-making, and learn how to transition from reactive support to proactive leadership that drives outcomes.

In this session, you will:

Understand the evolving role of an executive assistant and how modern EAs function as strategic business partners rather than traditional support staff.
Gain a clear grasp of executive priorities and decision-making processes to better anticipate needs and provide high-level support.
Develop the ability to shift from reactive to proactive support by implementing strategies that drive efficiency and problem-solving.

Bonus Resource: From Support to Strategy: 10 Ways to Demonstrate Executive-Level Thinking as an EA

Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 1pm - 2:15pm ET

Strong operations are the backbone of executive support. This session focuses on streamlining workflows, mastering digital tools, and improving your ability to manage priorities and solve problems. Learn to enhance productivity and scale your impact through smart systems and tech.

In this session, you will:

Understand how to streamline workflows and optimize organizational systems to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Have a clear grasp of AI tools, automation, and productivity software to improve executive support and task management.
Develop advanced prioritization and problem-solving skills to effectively manage multiple projects and align tasks with executive objectives.

Bonus Resource: SOPs 101

Monday, July 28, 2025, 1pm - 2:15pm ET

Executive Assistants don’t just support leadership—they embody it. This session explores the leadership mindset, decision-making frameworks, and strategic communication skills needed to influence outcomes, collaborate across teams, and play a key role in business success.

In this session, you will:

Gain a strong understanding of leadership principles that enable EAs to support executives effectively and contribute to business initiatives.
Understand executive-level decision-making frameworks and the factors that influence high-level business decisions.
Develop the ability to communicate strategically and influence key stakeholders to drive executive and business priorities forward.

Bonus Resource: EA/Executive 1:1 Template

Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 1pm - 2:15pm ET

Your career is your business. In this final session, learn how to build a powerful personal brand, negotiate your worth, and create a roadmap for long-term growth. You’ll also explore how AI and emerging trends are reshaping the EA profession, and how to stay ahead of the curve.

In this session, you will:

Understand the importance of building a personal brand and how visibility, influence, and thought leadership can enhance career opportunities.
Have a clear grasp of salary negotiation techniques and career advancement strategies to confidently advocate for professional growth.
Understand how AI and industry trends are shaping the future of the EA role and develop a six-month career action plan to stay competitive.

Bonus Resource: Future-Proof Your EA Career: Personal Brand Builder & 6-Month Growth Plan

About the Instructor

Alicia Fairclough is the Founder of EA How To, a global platform dedicated to the growth and development of executive assistants and administrative professionals. With a career spanning high-level support roles and entrepreneurial ventures, Alicia is passionate about elevating the EA profession through practical training, community, and career resources. Known for her engaging events and actionable insights, Alicia helps assistants build the confidence and skills they need to thrive in modern business environments.

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Published:

June 23, 2025

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