The Crodie Files Podcast - For Administrative Assistants and Business Support Professionals
The Crodie Files is a podcast hosted by two career Executive Assistants currently in the role, supporting C-Suite Corporate Executives. With over 40 years of combined industry experience, we came together to share the knowledge! We unite Administrative Professionals, Assistants, and all Business Support Professionals globally with our honest, realistic approach to common questions and problem-solving. Our show provides a space for listeners to learn about the challenges and triumphs of the Assistant Profession and to gain insights into the strategies and approaches that make these professionals successful. Our episodes are kept to around 30 minutes as we appreciate how precious your time is and never use a typical interview format. Instead, our voice note approach makes each episode easy to listen to and relatable. Our "Hi Crodie..." initiative is where we invite you to send in your questions, bugbears, and comments that relate to the role and your learning & development. To be featured on the show visit our website www.craigandjodie.com and send in yours today. If you enjoy listening to our podcast, please support us to help keep the Crodie Files going https://www.buzzsprout.com/2227725 Supporters will get a shout-out on social media and in future episodes.
Episodes
In this episode, Craig Bryson and Jodie Mears talk about one of the biggest challenges assistants face.
Many of us wait for permission before we take action or put ourselves forward.
Craig and Jodie explore why this happens, how the role has changed, and what it looks like to move into a more proactive and confident place in your career.
They talk honestly about the fear of being seen, the pressure to look busy, a...
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 ...
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 aski...
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...
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 expl...
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 Administrativ...
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Dive deep into essential wellness strategies that go beyond basic self-care, a...
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...
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 u...
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, em...
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 ass...
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 valuab...
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 impo...
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 e...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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 w...
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 elu...
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 yo...
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