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The EA Campus PodcastAuthor: The EA Campus
Do you want to know what it takes to work as a high-performing Executive Assistant? Youll find out when you listen to The EA Campus podcast. Join Nicky Christmas, the Founder of The EA Campus, for a weekly interview with successful Assistants who all have first-hand experience and lessons to share on what it takes to excel in the role. Tune in, get inspired, and learn how to create an Assistant career where you are valued, motivate,d and ready to face every challenge head-on. Whether you are an Assistant just starting in your career or prepared to move to the next level, building a successful Assistant career just got a little easier with The EA Campus Podcast! Language: en-gb Genres: Business, Careers, Entrepreneurship Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Ep93: Supporting Global Executives as a Career EA with Scot Wisniewski
Episode 93
Friday, 6 March, 2026
In Ep93 of The EA Campus Podcast, we look at what it really takes to build a long and successful career as an Executive Assistant.In Ep93 of The EA Campus Podcast, Nicky Christmas is joined by Scot Wizniewski, Executive Assistant at Spotify and a respected voice in the global EA community.Scot has spent more than 25 years working as a career Executive Assistant, supporting senior leaders across multiple industries, including publishing, beauty, and now technology. In this conversation, he shares how the role has evolved over time, how Assistants can move from a task-based position into a true strategic partnership with their Executive, and why adaptability is one of the most important skills for long-term success in the profession.Together, Nicky and Scot explore the realities of supporting global executives, including managing complex calendars, prioritising requests when everything feels urgent, and building strong relationships across an organisation.Scot also shares practical systems he uses every day. From colour-coded calendars that help executives manage their energy and focus, to decision-tracking documents that reduce email overload and help leadership teams stay aligned.The conversation also touches on the rise of AI in the workplace. Scot shares his perspective on how Assistants can use tools like ChatGPT and Gemini productively, while recognising that the most valuable aspects of the EA role remain deeply human.If you’re an Executive Assistant who wants to strengthen your strategic partnership with your executive and build a long-term career in the profession, this episode is full of insight and practical ideas.In Ep93, We DiscussScot’s journey into the EA profession and how he built a 25+ year career as a career Executive AssistantMoving from a task-focused role to a strategic partnership with your ExecutiveWhy adaptability is one of the most important skills for Executive AssistantsManaging complex global calendars and working across time zonesHow to prioritise when everything feels urgentScot’s colour-coded calendar system for managing Executive time and energyUsing a decision tracker to reduce email overload and support executive decision-makingThe role of AI in the EA profession and where human skills still matter mostWhy emotional intelligence, empathy, and relationship-building remain essential EA skillsResources MentionedEssentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeownChatGPTGoogle GeminiCalendar AIFollow Scot on LinkedIn for insights on the evolving Executive Assistant role and practical advice from his experience supporting global executives. The EA Campus
