EP47: Understanding the 20% that Drives 80% of Results

Today’s episode is all about the 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle. What if 80% of your results come from just 20% of your effort? Sounds like a game-changer, right?

In this episode, we’ll explore how Executive Assistants can apply this powerful principle to cut through distractions, prioritize high-impact tasks, and truly make a difference in their role. You’ll learn practical strategies for identifying the tasks that drive the biggest results, how to protect your focus and manage interruptions, and simple ways to track your progress for continuous improvement.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why the 80/20 rule is a productivity superpower for EAs
✔️ How to identify the high-impact tasks that truly move the needle
✔️ Daily prioritization strategies to stay focused and in control
✔️ How to protect your time, set boundaries, and reduce distractions
✔️ Tracking your progress and making data-driven decisions about your workload

📢 What’s Happening on The EA Campus?
Our first Virtual Summit of 2025 is happening this Friday, focusing on developing your EA career. There’s still time to grab your ticket! Next Friday, 7th January, we’re hosting the Strategic Time Management Masterclass—a high-impact session designed to help EAs take control of their workload. Spaces are limited to just 20 participants, so don’t wait too long to register!

🎁 FREE TEMPLATE ALERT!
Saying no is a crucial skill for any high-performing EA, and we’ve got a free template to help you do it gracefully and effectively. Download it here: eacampus.com/podcast/ep47.

💡 If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, share it with fellow EAs, and leave us a review! See you next time on The EA Campus Podcast!

🔗 Links & Resources:
Sign up for the Virtual Summit: The EA Campus Virtual Summit
Register for the Strategic Time Management Masterclass
Download the FREE Saying No Template: eacampus.com/podcast/ep47

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