The Senior EA Strategic Readiness Assessment
(5 minutes)

Discover Your Strategic Development Stage & Next Best Step

Full Name *

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Purpose: This research-backed assessment identifies your current stage of strategic development and recommends the most effective next step for your career advancement.

What You'll Discover:

Your Strategic Development Stage (1-4 on the evolution model)
Your primary development gaps and leverage points
Personalized recommendations for programs, resources, and next actions.
Whether you're ready for advanced transformation or
need foundational repositioning first

Time to Complete: 5-7 minutes (12 questions)

How It Works: Answer honestly based on your current reality—not where you want to be. This assessment uses organizational psychology frameworks and data from 1,000+ senior EA career trajectories to route you to your highest-leverage next step.

Section 1: Current Role Positioning

How does your executive currently describe your role to others? *

This is [Name], my executive assistant—they handle my calendar and logistics.

This is [Name], my right hand—they keep everything running smoothly

This is [Name], my strategic partner—they help me think through priorities and manage key initiatives.

This is [Name], my Chief of Staff / Strategic Advisor—they run critical business functions and represent me in leadership meetings.

What percentage of your work week is spent on strategic activities vs. administrative tasks? *

0-15% strategic / 85-100% administrative

15-35% strategic / 65-85% administrative

35-65% strategic / 35-65% administrative

65%+ strategic / 35% or less administrative

I'm not sure how to categorize my work this way.

Context: Strategic activities include: project management, stakeholder coordination, business analysis, initiative leadership, executive counsel, or strategic planning. Administrative tasks include: calendar management, travel booking, expense reports, meeting scheduling, email management.

When your executive faces a strategic challenge, what role do you play? *

I'm not involved—I hear about it after decisions are made.

I provide logistical support (scheduling meetings, taking notes, coordinating follow-ups).

I'm consulted for input, help analyze options, and provide recommendations.

I'm a co-strategist—I frame problems, facilitate decision-making, and sometimes make decisions on their behalf.

I want to be more involved but don't know how to position myself for that role.

If your executive were asked, "What's the ROI of your EA?" how would they answer? *

They save me time and keep me organized.

They handle complexity so I can focus on high-value work.

They've directly contributed to [specific business outcome]—I couldn't have done it without them.

They drive strategic initiatives that generate measurable business impact. Their ROI is 10x their cost.

They wouldn't know how to quantify my value.

Section 2: Strategic Competencies

How confident are you in articulating your strategic value in business terms? *

Not confident—I struggle to translate what I do into business language.

Somewhat confident—I can describe my impact, but it feels vague or hard to quantify.

Confident—I can connect my work to specific outcomes and calculate ROI.

Highly confident—I regularly present my value in executive briefings and performance reviews using data.

Business terms include: time reclaimed, cost savings, revenue impact, risk mitigation, productivity gains, strategic initiative outcomes.

Do you have frameworks or systems for strategic work, or do you operate intuitively? *

I operate mostly intuitively—I figure it out as I go.

I have some informal systems, but nothing structured or repeatable.

I use established frameworks (Eisenhower Matrix, RACI, OKRs, etc.) and adapt them to my context.

I've built proprietary systems that I teach to others—my frameworks are a competitive advantage.

Examples of frameworks: Priority matrices, stakeholder mapping, project governance models, decision-making protocols, strategic planning templates.

How effectively are you using AI to automate workflows and reclaim strategic time? *

I participate in strategic meetings and provide valuable insights

I'm not using AI in my role yet.

I've experimented with AI tools but haven't built sustainable workflows.

I help with logistics but don't participate in strategic discussions

I've automated 3-5 workflows using AI and reclaimed 5-10 hours per week.

I've built a comprehensive AI toolkit that reclaims 15+ hours per week and I train others on my methods.

When you think about your next career move, how clear is your path? *

Very unclear—I'm not sure what's next or how to position for it.

Somewhat clear—I have ideas (Chief of Staff, Director-level role, etc.) but no concrete plan.

Clear—I know my target role and I'm actively building the competencies to get there.

Executing—I'm in active conversations for a promotion or new role, or I've already transitioned.

Section 3: Development Readiness

What's your primary development challenge right now? *

I need to be seen as more than "administrative support"—I'm stuck in a task-based identity.

I'm doing strategic work, but I lack the language and frameworks to make it visible and repeatable.

I'm strategically positioned, but I need advanced skills (executive influence, initiative leadership, organizational design).

I'm operating at a high level and want to formalize my expertise (credentialing, teaching, thought leadership).

How much time can you realistically commit to professional development in the next 90 days? *

Very limited—less than 2 hours per week.

Moderate—2-4 hours per week.

Significant—5-7 hours per week.

Intensive—8+ hours per week (I'm prioritizing this as a career accelerator).

What type of learning experience works best for you? *

Self-paced courses—I need flexibility to learn on my own schedule.

Live cohort-based programs—I thrive with accountability, peer learning, and coaching. (4 points)

Conferences and workshops—I prefer short, intensive events.

1-on-1 coaching—I need personalized guidance.

If you could achieve ONE outcome in the next 6-12 months, what would it be? *

Get recognized as a strategic partner (not just "support staff").

Build confidence in strategic skills and frameworks.

Earn a promotion to Chief of Staff or Director/Executive-level role.

Achieve executive-level credibility and become a thought leader in the EA profession.

Reclaim 10+ hours per week through better systems and automation.

The Senior EA Strategic Readiness Assessment (5 minutes)

Section 1: Current Role Positioning

Section 2: Strategic Competencies

Section 3: Development Readiness

The Senior EA Strategic Readiness Assessment
(5 minutes)