That was one for the books.
If you’ve ever wondered what truly exceptional executive support looks like — not just task handling, but strategic partnership — Cameron laid it out brilliantly.
She pulled back the curtain on what great executive assistants actually do and how their work clears the runway for leaders to thrive.
Jason opened with the question so many leaders ask after hiring support: “What do I hand off first?”
Cameron’s answer was equal parts mindset and method. Delegating isn’t about losing control; it’s about reclaiming your time for what matters most. And the shift begins when you stop asking, “What can they help me with?” and instead start asking, “What do I no longer need to touch?”
From there, Cameron shared practical strategies for building trust and momentum, like making a simple list of everything you do weekly — and circling only the few things that require your expertise.
Everything else? That’s your EA’s runway.
One of the standout insights was her breakdown of the three-folder inbox system:
- Cameron – her domain; if it’s there, I know she’s on it.
- Read – things I need to review or decide on.
- Done – handled, closed, and included just for my awareness.
No extra tools. No fancy workflows. Just clarity, consistency, and shared ownership.
She also talked about how important it is to sound like the leader you support. Cameron spends the first 30 minutes of each day reviewing my sent emails, studying not just what I say, but how I say it.
That’s how she replies as me, not just for me. And that’s what elevates a good EA to a great one.
Then there’s rhythm.
Our Monday morning check-ins are non-negotiable, and she leads them. She shows up prepared, proactive, and always two steps ahead. That kind of support doesn’t just keep things moving; it keeps me sane.
Jason also asked about part-time support and how to make it work.
Cameron’s advice was gold: right-size the systems, set clear expectations, and focus on the highest-value tasks. It’s not about how many hours your EA has. It’s how you use them.
And when the conversation turned to AI, she made it simple: “It’s not either/or. It’s both.”
Technology enhances great human support; it doesn’t replace it.
Cameron brought wisdom, humility, and real-world insight to the conversation, and I couldn’t be prouder. If you’re leading anything right now — a team, a business, a mission — and you’re doing it all yourself, this episode is a wake-up call.
You don’t have to keep pushing uphill alone.
👉 Listen to the episode, take notes, and ask yourself: What am I still holding onto that someone else could carry? Then take the first step.
Your breakthrough might be waiting on the other side of your inbox.