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Weekly Pulse

Happy Friday, everyone! 

Wishing you joyful holidays and a restful end to the year.

26th December 2025

This Week’s Highlight

As the year winds down, executive assistants are emerging as essential navigators, helping leaders reflect on achievements while setting clear paths for 2026, blending reflection with forward-thinking to ensure teams enter the new year energized and aligned.

Around the World – Top EA News

Admin Job Growth in the US: Recent data highlights a robust increase in administrative positions in areas like Bronx, NY, signalling strong employment opportunities for skilled support roles. This trend is a promising sign for career stability in dynamic markets.

Rising Salaries Worldwide: Executive assistants are seeing notable pay boosts in 2025, with averages climbing due to expanded strategic responsibilities. It's rewarding to see the profession's value being recognized globally.

Hybrid Work Refinements: Companies are enhancing hybrid models with better collaboration tools and flexible policies, improving productivity for remote executive support teams. This evolution supports better work-life integration for professionals everywhere.

AI Tools for Assistants: New AI executive assistants like MailAgent are in testing, promising to streamline email management and boost efficiency in 2025. A helpful innovation for handling daily workflows more effectively.

Quick Tip of the Week

Conduct a quick year-end inbox audit: Archive completed threads, flag priorities for January, and unsubscribe from non-essential lists to enter the new year with a clean slate.

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Wishing you a smooth and successful week ahead.

Warmly,

The EA Weekly Pulse Team