Following the success of our inaugural Strategic Executive Assistant training in July, registration is now open for a second cohort to join the course in November.
Delivered in partnership with the Adam Fidler Academy, this senior‑level, two‑day programme is designed exclusively for Personal and Executive Assistants from our member organisations.
Across two focused days, participants build strategic thinking, and commercial awareness, and explore how to operate as true strategic enablers for the leaders they support. The programme emphasises higher‑order skills – including problem‑solving, critical thinking and emotional intelligence – to future‑proof and elevate the impact of the EA/PA role.
The course is authored and delivered by Adam Fidler, the UK’s preeminent trainer of Executive Assistants. You can read more about Adam Fidler and his Academy here: www.adamfidler.academy
The course will look at range of topics and provide some key takeaways to implement in the office. The agenda will cover:
- A new definition of executive support – the differences between EAs and administrators.
- The transition from PA to ‘true’ EA - a new job description that better describes and elevates the role and value of the EA.
- Why AI will never oust the EA.
- Leadership and management in the context of the EA role and how the EA role supports leadership.
- Leadership styles questionnaire – how to work with different types of leaders.
- Strategic versus operational thinking.
- How to think strategically and see the bigger picture in all situations.
- Tools to support, and frame, business strategy and commercial awareness in your organisation.
- How the EA can become more strategic, and more involved, by offering ideas and insight , as well as logistical support.
- An introduction to risk, compliance and governance.
- Emotional Intelligence – the hallmark of a good leader and good EA.
- Building personal impact, executive presence and gaining prestige.
- Working in strategic partnership and through a solid alliance with those you support.
- Adam Fidler’s Success Factors for the new EA – a competency model to follow and implement when back at work and to use as a goal-setting tool.
- Action plan for implementation and next steps when back at work.
Cost for members: £1,500+VAT*
For further information or to register your interest in attending, please email traininganddevelopment@thecityuk.com.
*Please note this course is only available to TheCityUK members and places are strictly limited to ensure maximum engagement and interaction among delegates. Full event terms and conditions can be found here.
Location:
TheCityUK, 10 Fitzwilliam House, London, EC3A 8BF