In episode 9 of Season 3, we chat with Annie Croner, Founder of Whole Assistant & Host of The Whole Assistant Podcast on the topic of Mastering Boundaries Like a Pro: The Key to Sustainable Success in High-Pressure Roles.

Annie Croner is an executive assistant coach, boundary-setting expert, and Founder of Whole Assistant. With over two decades of experience supporting executives across industries, Annie has seen first-hand how poor boundaries lead to burnout—and how strong ones can transform a career. We unpack what healthy professional boundaries actually look like, why they’re essential in fast-paced environments, and how assistants can build the confidence to communicate them clearly.

From mindset shifts to real-life scripts, Annie shares the tools every admin needs to thrive without sacrificing their well-being. Whether you’ve ever felt guilty for saying no, pressured to always be available, or unsure how to push back professionally - this episode is for you!

What We Cover:

• Why boundaries are essential for admins in high-pressure roles


• How to spot signs of weak or missing boundaries


• Scripts for saying “no” with confidence


• Navigating pushback from executives or teams


• How boundaries support long-term career success Breaking the imposter syndrome cycle

Practical Takeaways:

• A simple mindset shift to help enforce your boundaries


• Annie’s go-to phrases when communicating limits


• How to use self-awareness to define your non-negotiables


• Advice for keeping your value front and centre—without overextending

Listen now and start building the career (and life) you actually want.

Resources & Links: Connect with Annie and explore her resources at wholeassistant.com

Follow Annie on LinkedIn: @AnnieCroner

Listen to The Whole Assistant Podcast here: https://www.wholeassistant.com/podcasts/the-whole-assistant-podcast

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