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The Workplace Bully

By Sophia Denton “ ’My stomach was in knots when I went to work,’ she said. ‘I was terrified.’ Erin (she asked Global News not to share her real name for fear of professional repercussions) has worked in media for years, but the bullying she experienced at her last job pushed her to her limits. […]

The Workplace Bully

By Sophia Denton “ ’My stomach was in knots when I went to work,’ she said. ‘I was terrified.’ Erin (she asked Global News not to share her real name for fear of professional repercussions) has worked in media for years, but the bullying she experienced at her last job pushed her to her limits. […]

A Small Step with Big Impact

“When Sophia asked me to join [as co-founder of] myEAcoach, I jumped on board immediately, but I had one requirement: to never speak in front of an audience,” which is what I said while standing on stage in front of an audience. Though it was only Day 1 of myEAcoach, I learned the valuable and […]

Pay It Forward. Think Mentorship!

“They won’t hire me. I don’t have enough experience.” Have you ever uttered these words? A colleague once told me that it’s not always about having experience in the field you are applying to; instead, employers are more likely to focus on someone’s list of accomplishments because it provides a picture as to whether this person is the right fit for the job…

Launch Event: myEAcoach is Here!

To celebrate our launch, we invited our network of top EAs in the city to enjoy a memorable evening of pampering, elegance and luxury. Held in the stunning Sovereign Ballroom at the Omni King Edward Hotel, the event featured everything you would expect from a premium Toronto event…

A Peek Inside: The Omni King Edward Hotel

I haven’t even made it past the first floor before I stop wide-eyed in admiration of the Sovereign Ballroom. The regal space paints the exact picture of where Richard Burton proposed to Elizabeth Taylor and the room’s impressive beauty has me wanting to see more.

Checklist: For the Travel Arranger

One of the many hats an executive assistant (EA) is required to wear is one of a travel arranger. In this role, you spend a lot of time planning, booking, and managing your executive’s travel, but keeping this checklist on hand will ensure every booking experience is a success…