The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

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The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

Craig Bryson & Jodie Mears

27 episodes

2 weeks ago

Send us a text In this episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears explore how assistants can build influence and visibility inside their organisations through intentional relationship-building. From bridging departments to boosting confidence, they unpack why internal networking is one of the most underrated career tools for EAs, and how external connections can quietly feed back into your internal success. Listener Question “I keep hearing that internal networking is important, but I have no ide...

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Send us a text In this episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears explore how assistants can build influence and visibility inside their organisations through intentional relationship-building. From bridging departments to boosting confidence, they unpack why internal networking is one of the most underrated career tools for EAs, and how external connections can quietly feed back into your internal success. Listener Question “I keep hearing that internal networking is important, but I have no ide...

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Self-Improvement

Episodes (20/27)

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

The Power of Internal Networking with Kristina Willis

Send us a text In this episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears explore how assistants can build influence and visibility inside their organisations through intentional relationship-building. From bridging departments to boosting confidence, they unpack why internal networking is one of the most underrated career tools for EAs, and how external connections can quietly feed back into your internal success. Listener Question “I keep hearing that internal networking is important, but I have no ide...

1 week ago

26 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

Beyond Basics Unlocking AI’s True Potential for Admins - Fiona Young

Send us a text In this bonus episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears are joined by Fiona Young (founder of Carve) to go past “draft my email” and “summarise this deck.” We unpack how assistants can use AI for real, outcomes-focused impact: diagnosing diary inefficiencies, building lightweight automations, sharpening decision-making, and even “vibe-coding” practical tools without being a developer. If you’ve dabbled and now you’re asking “What’s next?”, this one’s for you. Listener Question Dan...

1 month ago

42 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP 25: How to Influence Without Authority – Communication Skills for Administrative Professionals

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by C&C Search – London’s leading recruitment partner for business support and HR professionals in finance and professional services. Whether you’re hiring, job hunting, or want to elevate your team, follow C&C Search. Because brilliant people deserve brilliant support. In this episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears explore one of the most requested and misunderstood topics in the admin profession: How do you influence outcomes and shape de...

3 months ago

19 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP 24: Bonus Episode: How to Position Yourself in a Crowded Market With Lucy Chamberlain

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by C&C Search – London’s leading recruitment partner for business support and HR professionals in finance and professional services. Whether you’re hiring, job hunting, or want to elevate your team, follow C&C Search. Because brilliant people deserve brilliant support. In this bonus episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears are joined by Lucy Chamberlain, founder of C&C Search, to explore a question many assistants are grappling with: How do y...

4 months ago

32 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP 23: Navigating Project Management for Administrative Assistants with Kathleen Drum

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by C&C Search - London's leading recruitment partner for business support and HR professionals in finance and professional services. Whether you’re hiring, job hunting, or want to elevate your team, follow C&C Search. Because brilliant people deserve brilliant support. In this insightful episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears explore the often-overlooked reality that Administrative Professionals are inherently project managers. They unpack...

7 months ago

24 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP 22: Wellness for the Administrative Professionals with Richard Turner

Send us a text Become our Headline Sponsor! Looking for impactful ways to reach administrative and business support professionals globally? We have exciting sponsorship opportunities available! Get in touch to discuss our affordable and effective packages designed to connect your business with our engaged audience of administrative professionals worldwide. Dive deep into essential wellness strategies that go beyond basic self-care, as Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears explore how administrative pr...

9 months ago

25 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP 21: Bonus Episode: Unlocking the Secrets to Becoming a Chief of Staff with Maggie Olson

Send us a text Ready to elevate your career from EA to Chief of Staff? In this bonus episode, we chat with Maggie Olson, founder and CEO of Nova Chief of Staff, to discuss the transition from EA to Chief of Staff roles and provide guidance for administrative professionals seeking career advancement. This episode is essential listening for: ● EAs looking to transition into strategic leadership positions ● Professionals seeking clarity on the Chief of Sta...

11 months ago

42 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

Ep:20 Bonus Episode: Mastering Tech, AI, Networks & Communities - Insights from Becky Kaapuni

Send us a text The Crodie Files meet with special guest Becky Kaapuni, Senior EA to the CEO at Salesforce AI and founder of EA Social Club, to share valuable insights for administrative and business support professionals looking to adapt to the fast-paced evolution of their roles. Becky, Craig & Jodie discussed this listener question: Listener question: “Hi Crodie: The pace at which our role is moving is too fast for me to keep up and get on with my day job. Any tips for navig...

1 year ago

34 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP 19: The Future of Learning & Development with Fiona Young

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! In this episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears are joined by Fiona Young- founder of Carve. Stay tuned till the end as they discuss traditional learning, emerging technologies, and the importance of continuous profession...

1 year ago

24 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP 18:Administrative Assistants: Leveraging Learning for Career Advancement with Vonetta Watson

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! In this insightful episode Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears along with guest contributor Vonetta Watson delve into the crucial topic of how administrative assistants can leverage learning and development opportunities...

1 year ago

32 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

Ep:17 Bonus Episode: Confidence Visibility and Growth- Insights from Zoe Hill

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! From Invisible to Invincible- The Crodie Files meet with special guest Zoe Hill former Chief of Staff and founder of Premier Admin Services to share valuable insights for administrative and business support professional...

1 year ago

19 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP 16 The Power of Personal Branding for Administrative Professionals with David Coslett

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! In this episode hosts Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears dive into the power of personal branding for administrative professionals. They discuss the importance of assistants developing a strong personal brand, provide...

1 year ago

28 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP15: Mastering Common Administrative Assistant Hurdles: Strategies & Solutions with Abigail Barnes

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! In this episode, Craig and Jodie discuss five common hurdles that administrative assistants face and provide strategies to overcome them with our expert contributor- Abigail Barnes adding her insightful wisdom to our...

1 year ago

33 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

Ep:14 Bonus Episode: Are courses for a Chief of Staff Role really worth it? with Annie Croner

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! Learning & Development for a Chief of Staff Role Join us in another bonus episode where we join forces to answer our listener question with the amazing Annie Croner, CEO & Founder of Whole Assistant and...

1 year ago

14 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP13: Navigating Office Protocol for Administrative Assistants with Joan Burge

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! Are your office conversations hitting the mark or missing the connection? Discover how to bring back the charm of telephone manners in an era where inboxes and instant messaging rule. Craig and Jodie unpack the subt...

1 year ago

30 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

Ep:12 Bonus Episode: Personal Branding & Generative AI Tips for Administrative Assistants with Amelia Sordell & Amy Lester

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! Elevate and Automate | Personal Branding & AI for Assistants Join us for this memorable, interactive episode recorded LIVE at The PA Show London! This was the first time The PA Show had a podcast for admi...

1 year ago

42 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

Ep:11 Bonus Episode: Find out what we are planning next and our end of year round up 2023

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! Welcome to our first Bonus Episode of The Crodie Files Podcast We have had so many "Hi Crodie..." questions (more than we know what to do with) sent in by you - our amazing community and listeners, we will be p...

1 year ago

7 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP10:Our secrets on work-life balance without compromising productivity or family time

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. https://www.autograph-events.co.uk Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! In this thought-provoking episode, hosts Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears reveal their secrets of achieving that elusive work-life balance, specifically crafted for the everyday he...

1 year ago

24 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP9:The Administrative Assistant's guide to using new tech.

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. https://www.autograph-events.co.uk Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! Ready to supercharge your administrative skills with the latest tech? You're in the right place! We're taking you through the dynamic world of new technology and how it applies ...

1 year ago

24 minutes

The Crodie Files Podcast- For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals

EP8:Is it time to move on? The Administrative Assistant's Guide to Job Searching with Flow Hancox

Send us a text This episode is sponsored by Autograph Events - THE experts in providing a complete event management solution – from free global venue finding through to full onsite event management. https://www.autograph-events.co.uk Connect today and ask more about the collaborative promotion for our listeners! Ever wondered when the right time might be to call it a day and explore fresh opportunities beyond your current job? You're not alone. We're diving headfirst into a robust di...

1 year ago

29 minutes