Own Your Influence I help executive assistants grow and advance their careers. Learn More Become Exceptional My purpose is to show administrative professionals how to become exceptional so that the executive they support recognizes and rewards their role as a business partner. Time, Clarity & Confidence What would your workday look like if you had more time, clarity and confidence to get things DONE?
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Administrative excellence is about being a strategic business partner. I offer the following ways for us to work together to uplevel your skills.

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I offer consulting services and one-on-one coaching that give you the keys to grow and thrive while overcoming your greatest challenges.

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I’ve designed interactive workshops that teach administrative professionals how to be the best executive assistant and achieve results.

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Speaking

I deliver a high-energy, fun, and engaging experience to provide audiences with powerful takeaways they can apply in their careers.

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Designed to help administrative professionals from all over the world learn how to serve their executives and become trusted, strategic business partners.

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The Office Rockstar Playbook is now available for sale!

This engaging and entertaining read is for administrative support staff AND executives pursuing excellence. Leaders can learn how to better maximize their time and empower assistants.

The Office Rockstar Playbook is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Get your copy today!

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About Debbie

Debbie is an advocate, teacher, and speaker with over 30 years of experience in the administrative profession. As the former Chief Executive Assistant to the CEO of Cisco, a Fortune 500 company based in Silicon Valley, she increased her CEO’s productivity by 40%.

Early her career, she realized she had a knack for connecting the dots. She tapped into her intuition and built the courage to take risks that would take her role — her executive and her company — to the next level. As the Chief Executive Assistant, she designed career development training, recognition programs and oversaw over 1,000 assistants across the globe. She is most proud of receiving the Colleen Barrett Award, which is the highest recognition given for administrative excellence by the Admin Awards of Silicon Valley.

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Testimonials
  • "I had an awesome 'pick-your-brain' conversation with Debbie last week. Let me tell you she is a powerhouse of information/advice. I had a situation I needed an unbiased 3rd party point of view and she gave me her spin on things and my problem is solved. I strongly suggest other EA's, PA's and AA's swing by her website and check out her offerings. It's well worth it."
    Marie Hooper
    Sr. Executive Assistant
  • "…thank you for the excellent and useful information on strategies for mastering your executive’s calendar.  I have been an Executive Assistant to the President and CEO of our organization for 10 years… have found myself overwhelmed and defeated when I look back at the end of the day consumed by the calendar.  Thanks to your workshop I am encouraged to take measurable and realistic steps to gaining a better sense of control over my day and my executive’s calendar!"
    Helen Benson
    Executive assistant
  • "The Office Rockstar Playbook is a story of administrative excellence at its best! Debbie shares her story of stepping out of her comfort zone as she weaves in critical tips on how she succeeded by being all in. Her statement, “You won’t know the outcome if you don’t try” is spot on! This book is not just for the administrative professional; it is saturated with insights to help anyone transform and grow, professionally or personally. Rich in wisdom and courage with hints of laughter, this book inspires and leaves you ready to challenge yourself."
    Sheena Houser-Smith
    Executive Assistant, Cisco Systems
  • "I could not put this book down. Debbie shares so many great strategies and stories that are relevant, inspiring, and showcase what a true leader should do. Every executive and administrative professional should read it, as it maps out how to perform at the highest level while being a true strategic partner to our leader. Her book will become a go-to manual for assistants around the world."
    Paula Thibodeau
    Executive Assistant, Government of Canada
  • "I was floored by all that Debbie juggled and accomplished over her career. I had no idea how much CEOs rely on their executive assistants to make sure they can do an amazing job, and it was clear that she played a significant role in her CEO's success. Even more, I was blown away by her passion for developing other people in her field. The skills and tools she developed over the years aren't just valuable for other EAs. They're essential success skills for anyone who has a demanding corporate job or a business to run."
    Candice Davis
    Breakthrough Success Coach
  • "After reading The Office Rockstar Playbook, I sat down with my CEO and showed him the book. Not only did it validate my working style, it also validated my value as a leader on his executive team. Administrative professionals and executives alike will gain insights, knowledge, and a new perspective of the value of a true strategic partnership when both choose to rise to the occasion. Whether you’re an administrative veteran or have just landed your first support role, do yourself a favor and read this book. Run – don’t walk – your fingers to your keyboard and order your copy today!"
    Jonelle L. Burke
    Executive Business Partner and Chief Administrator, Kountable
  • "Dear Debbie, I want to express my appreciation for you. I am and will always be grateful. You saw something in me that makes me the person I am today! The memory of our first meeting is still fresh in my heart and mind. I was thinking to myself how lucky all the people are who get coaching from you. Because you believed in me and took me under your wing, here I am today, from just a job to a real career. The Unstoppable me!"
    Deepika Jain
    Executive Assistant to the Head of People, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
  • "Debbie has written a remarkably insightful book that reveals the secrets of becoming a true business partner to any leader who manages teams or companies. Her lessons shared throughout the book will help administrative professionals and their managers think more strategically. This book should be 101 in every company where a senior leader is looking to hire an EA who can think strategically and tactically, connect with people, think three steps ahead, and be caring."
    Pamela Shore
    , former Executive Manager to Eric Schmidt, Chairman of the Board and CEO at Novell and Google
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