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The Leader Assistant Podcast with Jeremy Burrows#317: Hilani Ellis on What Executives Look for in an Executive AssistantHilani Ellis is the founder of Exceptional Admins, a specialized headhunting firm renowned for connecting top talent with high-demand roles for over eight years.In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Hilani, a former executive assistant, shares her top tip for resume crafting, recommendations on preparing for and nailing job interviews, and gives us an inside look at what executives are hungry for in an assistant.Show Notes -> leaderassistant.com/317--In-person meeting planning can be a lot to manage. That’s where TROOP Planner comes in. TROOP Planner is bu...2025-03-3033 min
Exceptional Admins | A Podcast for Assistantsp.s. A Love Letter to the Admin Profession (E: 132)SUMMARY:A love letter to the admin profession.INTENTION:Recap the last 5-years and spark excitement for what's ahead.EXCERPT:"You're amazing!" HilaniRESOURCES:LinkedIn Post - ea MerchBuilding Your Personal Brand Course (Code: 30_MYBRAND - exp: 12/31/25)NEWSLETTER:Never miss what's happening: Subscribe HereDISCOVER:Website: Exceptional AdminsOutreach: LinkedIn CommunityReading: Book PageSocial: Instagram2024-12-2913 minExceptional Admins | A Podcast for AssistantsThe Legacy Episode: Lessons and Highlights from the Last 8 Years (E: 131)SUMMARY:An engaging conversation that highlights the good, the bad, and the dirty from headhunting over the last 8 years. INTENTION:To offer the listener a behind the scene look of what it's like running EA.EXCERPT:"Did she show up drunk to work?" HilaniNEWSLETTER:Receive our Friday 60-second Industry Check-In Emails HereDISCOVER:Website: Exceptional AdminsCommunity: LinkedInReading: Book PageSocial: InstagramOFFERINGS:Free, self-development...2024-12-151h 05
theJOURNEYEpisode #44 - Hilani Ellis - Founder, Speaker, Facilitator - Exceptional Admins. How leaders can increase their capacity.I had a great conversation with Hilani Ellis; Speaker, Founder
and Facilitator. She is the founder of Exceptional Admins, a leading headhunting agency that helps leaders expand their
capacity.
She is a great speaker and storyteller as she brings experience, wisdom and candor to any conversation. We spoke about her background from being an executive assistant for a celebrity, to her recently taking up golf and what it does for her, and even how and why we need to change the corporate meeting and challenge the status quo.
If you are looking to increase your capa...2024-12-0758 min
Eternal LeadershipExceptional Admins | Hilani Ellis 448Hilani Ellis is best known for shedding light on possibilities, possibilities that transform the way teams collaborate for the betterment of energy and time allocation. She's the founder of Exceptional Admins, a boutique consultancy agency based out of Colorado. Her work has transformed the way executive teams influence time and optimize productivity. Check out Hilani's website here, and find her on LinkedIn!2024-12-0748 minExceptional Admins | A Podcast for Assistantsp.s. Advocating for Yourself (E: 128)SUMMARY:An insightful episode that was sparked by four independent conversations about how to elevate the way HR sees admin employees.INTENTION:Over the last 45-days, four different admins reached out to talk about (essentially) the same thing. Be seen by HR as more than an admin.EXCERPT:"It's about expansion, not growth" HilaniRESOURCES:Professional Development WorkbookAssessmentsWTF EpisodeDoing a Career Audit EpisodePersonal Branding EpisodeLynda.com2024-11-0317 minExceptional Admins | A Podcast for Assistantsp.s. Job Searching Tips (E: 124)SUMMARY:An insightful episode that sheds light on best practices to help you with your job search.INTENTION:To offer unconventional tips that help you experience traction with your job search (whether actively or passively looking).EXCERPT:"Enthusiasm is compelling when connecting with an employer." HilaniRESOURCES:Professional Development WorkbookAssessmentsWTF EpisodeDoing a Career Audit EpisodePersonal Branding EpisodeNEWSLETTER:Subscribe HereDISCOVER:2024-09-0918 min
Trades TalkHilani Ellis: Unlocking Time and Potential with Executive AdminsIn this transformative episode of Trades Talk, we delve into the art of unlocking time and potential with the guidance of Hilani Ellis, founder of Exceptional Admins. Holani, a seasoned expert in executive administrative partnerships, shares how these relationships can elevate your business to the next level.
Hilani Ellis has extensive experience in administrative support, having worked with top executives in the entertainment industry and private equity. Known as the "CEO Assistant Matchmaker," she excels at matching executives with the perfect administrative partners to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Join us as Hilani reveals her journey...2024-07-3143 minExceptional Admins | A Podcast for Assistantsp.s. Doing a Career Audit (E: 120)SUMMARY:An insightful episode that sheds light on why you should do a career audit and a support tool to help you propel in your career.INTENTION:To offer the listener candor on an important topic that needs airtime and direction.EXCERPT:"Finding clarity is key." HilaniNEWSLETTER:Subscribe HereDISCOVER:Do Career AuditWebsite: Exceptional AdminsOutreach: LinkedIn CommunityReading: Book PageSocial: InstagramBe a Guest on the Show...2024-07-1508 minExceptional Admins | A Podcast for Assistantsp.s. Cultivating Meaningful Friendships (E: 116)SUMMARY:An insightful episode that covers the psychology and action one can take to invite and foster healthy relationships.INTENTION:To offer the listener candor on an emotional and special topic.EXCERPT:"Category of connections: relationships, friendships, and besties." HilaniNEWSLETTER:Subscribe HereIN THIS EPISODE:Indeed ArticleGallup ArticleDISCOVER:Website: Exceptional AdminsOutreach: LinkedIn CommunityReading: Book PageSocial: InstagramBe a Guest on...2024-05-2015 min