The Leader Assistant Podcast with Jeremy Burrows

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Aug 2026

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The Leader Assistant Podcast exists to encourage and challenge executive assistants and administrative professionals to become confident, game-changing Leader Assistants. Assistants have an enormous amount of influence as we manage the good, the bad, and the ugly in the life and work of our high-capacity, fast-paced CEOs, executives, pastors, celebrities, and politicians. The question is, what will we do with our influence? My name is Jeremy Burrows. I’m a longtime executive assistant, speaker, coach, founder of LeaderAssistant.com, and author of the #1 Amazon Best Seller, The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. In this practical and inspirational podcast, my guests and I discuss a variety of topics including productivity, time management, resisting burnout, leadership, and artificial intelligence as it relates to the future of the assistant role. Are you ready to become the #LeaderAssistant the world needs?

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September 6, 2026Episode 39225 min

#392: Colleen Freeland on Nervous System Regulation, Resisting Burnout and Emotional Sobriety

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Colleen Freeland, a master certified life coach and emotional sobriety pioneer, shares her transformative journey from a high-functioning perfectionist grappling with a 20-year alcohol use disorder to becoming a founder of a thriving multi-seven figure business – all while managing the demands of parenting seven children. This conversation offers executive assistants critical lessons on managing stress, prioritizing self-care, and resisting burnout in high-pressure roles. Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/392 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

August 30, 2026Episode 3918 min

#391: Assistant Habits: A Weekly Action Planner for Executive Assistants

The Assistant Habits Weekly Planner is designed to help you lead well through consistent action. In many ways, Assistant Habits is a rebirth of my very first resource for assistants: the 30-Day Assistant Challenge email course. That original course was built on a simple belief – that small, consistent actions compound into real growth. Assistant Habits carries that same idea forward, one action at a time. My passion is to help assistants like you lead well, resist burnout, and automate before you're automated. Every action in the Assistant Habits Weekly Planner reflects that mission and is practical, specific, and immediately useful on the job. Are you up for the challenge? Check out the Assistant Habits Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com/weekly-planner Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/391 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

August 23, 2026Episode 39030 min

#390: Luiza Jarocki - Senior Executive Assistant at JP Morgan Chase

Luiza Jarocki is Senior Executive Assistant at JP Morgan Chase and author of "The Seat Outside the Office: Lessons in Leadership from 25 Years as an Executive Assistant." In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Luiza shares her journey from a bank teller to a seasoned executive assistant, offering insights on career growth, the importance of curiosity, and the value of consistency and integrity in the profession. She also discusses the evolving role of assistants in the age of AI and the inspiration behind her book. Show notes → leaderassistant.com/390 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- The Assistant Habits Weekly Planner is designed to help you lead well through consistent action. It bridges the gap between daily calendar chaos and strategic executive partnership. Learn more -> assistanthabits.com -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

August 16, 2026Episode 38931 min

#389: Mia Lane on Having the Right People in Your Corner

Mia M. Lane is a senior executive assistant who empowers executives and their teams to perform at their highest level through strategic partnership, calm execution, and trusted support. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Mia talks about having the right people in your corner, tips on networking, the difference between a mentor and a sponsor, and more. Show notes → leaderassistant.com/389 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- The Assistant Habits Weekly Planner is designed to help you lead well through consistent action. It bridges the gap between daily calendar chaos and strategic executive partnership. Learn more -> assistanthabits.com -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

August 9, 2026Episode 38831 min

#388: Susie Sanchez - From the Sidelines of the NFL to the Front Lines of Corporate Leadership

Susie Sanchez is a professional executive assistant, keynote speaker, and advocate dedicated to “unmuting” the stories of life’s major transitions. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Susie shares her journey of navigating a cancer diagnosis, leaving the workforce, and returning with renewed purpose. She also talks about how preventive self-care is critical, especially for executive assistants. Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/388 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- The Assistant Habits Weekly Planner is designed to help you lead well through consistent action. It bridges the gap between daily calendar chaos and strategic executive partnership. Learn more -> assistanthabits.com -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

August 2, 2026Episode 38731 min

#387: Flo Esho on Blending the Operational with the Relational in Executive Support

Flo Esho is the founder of The Easy Flow Life, a U.S.-based executive support agency that helps founders and executives step out of the day-to-day and back into true leadership. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Flo talks about supporting executives in their personal and professional lives, tips for hiring an assistant, encouragement for those considering becoming a virtual assistant, travel planning tips, and more. Show notes → leaderassistant.com/387 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- The Assistant Habits Weekly Planner is designed to help you lead well through consistent action. It bridges the gap between daily calendar chaos and strategic executive partnership. Learn more -> assistanthabits.com -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

July 26, 2026Episode 38622 min

#386: Elizaveta Usyaeva on Building and Leading a Strong Team of Assistants

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, I’m excited to dive into the world of building and leading a high-performing assistant team. I’m joined by Elizaveta "Liz" Usyaeva, who shares her experience building a team from scratch at Yandex. We discuss everything from hiring strategies and stress-testing candidates to the art of balancing executive support with team leadership. If you're looking for practical advice on motivation and fostering a human-first, supportive culture, you won't want to miss this conversation. Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/386 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

July 19, 2026Episode 38522 min

#385: Rachel Clissold on Finding Your Voice and Developing Your Confidence

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, I chat with Rachel Clissold, a coach and consultant based in Australia who helps leaders gain clarity and communicate more effectively. Rachel shares her professional journey, starting as a team administrator managing hundreds of staff and transitioning into an executive assistant role. We explore the unique rewards of being a "sidekick" to executives, the art of making the impossible possible, and how assistants can lean into their intuition to navigate high-pressure situations. Rachel also opens up about her personal path to finding her voice and overcoming past limitations, explaining how she now uses that experience to help others master communication and live authentically. Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/385 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

July 12, 2026Episode 38434 min

#384: Beth Portesi - Vibe Coding for Executive Assistants

Beth Portesi is AI Enablement and Program Lead at Fivetran after 12 years as an executive assistant. She’s also the founder of Vibe Coding for EAs. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Beth explores the exciting world of AI for executive assistants. Beth shares her journey from longtime EA to AI program lead and dives into “vibe coding” – an approach that empowers assistants to create automations and tools using plain language prompts, without needing technical expertise. Discover practical tips on how to get started with AI, overcome the “paralysis of choice,” and use tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Codex to streamline workflows, build dashboards, and automate routine tasks. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to deepen your skills, Beth’s insights will inspire you to harness AI’s magic and become a game-changing Leader Assistant. Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/384 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- The Assistant Habits Weekly Planner is designed to help you lead well through consistent action. It bridges the gap between daily calendar chaos and strategic executive partnership. Learn more -> assistanthabits.com -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

July 5, 2026Episode 38334 min

#383: Fiona Kelly - Founder of Executive PA Forum and Miss Jones Ireland

Fiona Kelly is the founder of Executive PA Forum, Ireland’s only L&D platform for EAs, PAs and business support professionals. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Fiona talks about the changes she has seen in the executive support industry since launching her first summit in 2010, her process for hiring trainers, and more. Show notes -> leaderassistant.com/383 -- It’s the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.” Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience. Sound too good to be true? It’s actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.) See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite . -- The Assistant Habits Weekly Planner is designed to help you lead well through consistent action. It bridges the gap between daily calendar chaos and strategic executive partnership. Learn more -> assistanthabits.com -- Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. More from The Leader Assistant... Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com Assistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com Events -> leaderassistantlive.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership