Finding the Right Executive Assistant with Oriya Hirschhorn

Trusted with Blake Johnson, Episode 15

In this episode of the Trusted Podcast, your host, estate planning attorney, Blake Johnson, speaks with Oriya Hirschhorn, a seasoned Executive Assistant with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as the personal executive assistant to Chad Willardson, President and Founder of PACIFIC CAPITAL, a wealth management firm in Southern California, and ELEVATED, a coaching program for growth-focused entrepreneurs. In this role, Oriya provides acute entrepreneurial support, juggles many projects at once and manages back-end operations to ensure the smooth and optimal functioning of these businesses and Chad’s personal endeavors.

In addition to her executive support role, Oriya is also an entrepreneur, with her eclectic background affording her the unique ability to anticipate needs, strategize solutions, and facilitate high-level decision-making. 

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

• Oriya’s journey from starting as a young executive assistant to becoming a business owner and working closely with top entrepreneurs, emphasizing the value and strategic importance of effective executive assistants
• Key myths and misconceptions about hiring an executive assistant, including the underestimated impact they can have and common mistakes entrepreneurs make in working with their EAs
• The essential steps and preparations entrepreneurs should undertake before hiring an assistant, such as understanding personal communication preferences and conducting personality assessments
• Advice for aspiring EAs to stay true to themselves and the importance of developing a trusting and compatible working relationship with their employers

Learn more about Oriya Hirschhorn:

 * Visit Platinum Elevated’s website: https://platinumelevated.com

 * Connect with Oriya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oriya-hirschhorn

 * Follow Platinum Elevated on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/platinum-elevated

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About the Trusted Podcast:

In each episode of the Trusted Podcast, Blake Johnson, managing partner at Trusted Estate Planning Attorneys, interviews professionals in different areas of life that you need as a trusted source of information, including trust and estate planning. You can trust this podcast to provide information on estate planning and related fields.

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