The Admin Edge

The Admin Edge

The Admin Edge is a podcast for executive assistants and administrative professionals to learn from their peers and advance their careers. Featuring expert guests and timely topics, this podcast delves deep into specific areas of concern for admins today and answers career questions submitted by office professionals worldwide.

How to Plan Events

Interested in event planning and the future of event technology? Don’t miss these insights from industry expert Julius Solaris. Recorded at APC 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

02-18
12:54

Why Executive Operations Matters

Executive operations is gaining traction, but what does it mean for you as an admin or EA? Learn more from experts Lynn Walder and Concetta Green. Recorded at APC 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

02-11
19:38

How to Lead an Admin Team

If you’re stepping into a leadership role as an admin or EA, get started with this episode featuring career coach and trainer Peggy Vasquez. Recorded at APC 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

02-04
15:47

How to Thrive in Your Career

The admin profession is changing fast. Are you keeping pace? We talked to Robert Hosking, executive director of the administrative and customer support practice at Robert Half, about top skills and trends from the 2025 Salary Guide. Recorded at APC 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

01-28
10:39

Why Admin Titles Matter

Is it time to move beyond the title “assistant”? We talked to Candice Burningham about why new titles for EAs and admins are worth exploring. Recorded at APC 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

01-21
17:33

What It Takes to Be a Chief of Staff

We talked to Maggie Olson, founder of Nova Chief of Staff, about the qualities and skills needed for an admin or EA to become a Chief of Staff. Recorded at APC 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

01-14
12:56

Bonus: ASAP at SHRM

In the final episode of this season, the ASAP team shared some of what they’re taking away from the HR event SHRM. Recorded at SHRM 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

12-10
19:30

How to Level Up Your Learning

Want to supercharge your learning and career development opportunities? Start with these tips. Recorded at SHRM 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

12-03
11:17

Why Tech Training Matters

Microsoft and cybersecurity experts share what administrative professionals need to know in today’s increasingly AI-driven world. Recorded at SHRM 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

11-26
18:53

What Executives Think

How do executives view admins and EAs? We talked to two execs about the value of administrative roles and continued professional development. Recorded at SHRM 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

11-19
24:06

What HR Wants

HR professionals at the SHRM event answer some of your admin questions around job titles, desirable skills, and more. Recorded at SHRM 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

11-12
12:00

How to Elevate Your Skills

For training that will get you to the next level, heed the advice of expert Lynn Walder on everything from the importance of self-awareness and systems thinking to networking to upskilling outside of your comfort zone. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

09-10
22:30

How to Advocate for Admins

Need to advocate for more as an administrative professional? Former Chief of Staff and current executive coach Jillian Hufnagel shares advice for getting what’s best for yourself, your team, and the business. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

09-03
22:10

How to Break the Glass Ceiling

Eager to rise to leadership as an administrative professional? Hear from Rae Morlan, VP of Administration at First PREMIER Bank, on how she broke barriers and seized opportunities to level up in her career. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

08-27
09:08

How to Disconnect from Work

Struggling with burnout, boundaries, and asking for help? Listen to this conversation between an administrative and executive assistant on how they recharge and manage their workload as busy remote employees. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

08-20
14:09

How to Master Time Management

Looking for time management strategies as an executive assistant or administrative professional? Learn from Harvard Business School professor Ashley Whillans to more effectively find, fund, and reframe your time. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

08-13
17:51

How to Partner with Your Exec

Want a stronger relationship with your executive? Mia Lane, Manager, Executive & Administration at UKG, shares her experience with genuine partnership and the strategies she finds most effective for maintaining strong communication and alignment. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

08-06
12:35

How to Navigate the Job Search

On the hunt for your next role? EA and ASAP Advisory Board member Katie Hendrickson provides her job search and application do’s and don’ts. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

07-30
17:44

How to Be an Effective Leader

Want to boost your leadership skills and impact? CEO and former executive assistant Tareka Wheeler reveals her strategies for leading with empathy and influence. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2024 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

07-23
16:47

How to Choose an AI Tool

Wondering which AI tool is right for you? AI expert and former executive assistant Robyn Greaves shares her tips for selection based on your workflow and efficiency goals. Recorded at EA Ignite Fall 2023 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

07-16
15:16

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