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Melba J. Duncan:
Articles & Press Coverage

Articles

Melba is an avid writer and has penned many articles based in her experience and knowledge of the world of specialized management and work assistance. Her work is accessible here:

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The Pathway to Chief of Staff

starts with linking the traditional knowledge of the EA role with new knowledge and skills

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Invest In Your Potential:

Ensure the conferences in which you participate are champions of authenticity

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A Road Map for the Future for Professional Assistants:

No one can do the work that is necessary to be done in your life but yourself

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Executives: Here’s Why You Need to Pay Attention to This

Evaluating the role of the Executive Assistant

Press Coverage

In addition to authoring articles herself, Melba has had press coverage by a variety of sources, including Harvard Business. These have been compiled below:

The Secret Weapon of Great Leaders

Video Interview: Melba Duncan, author of the HBR article The Case for Executive Assistants, explains why technology can’t replace personal support

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What Executive Assistants Know About Managing Up

Article by Nicole Torres: I spoke with Melba Duncan to learn what it takes to be a successful executive assistant – and what other employees can learn from these masters of managing up.

Workplace 2.0 The Future is Now with guest Melba J. Duncan

Video Interview: Bonnie, Vickie, and Melba talk technology, salaries, skills, and much more

Melba Duncan – EA Advocate, Author, Speaker, CEO of The Duncan Group

Podcast Interview by Jeremy Burrows: One of the most life-changing articles I’ve ever read was Melba’s piece in a 2011 issue of Harvard Business Review called, The Case for Executive Assistants – which is still shared far and wide by EAs all over the world.

Melba J. Duncan Named a Worldwide Who's Who Executive of the Year for Excellence in Retained Search and Consulting

Article by Ellen Campbell: Ms. Duncan brings extensive experience in human resources to her training and placement institute

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