Melba J. Duncan is an avid writer, drawing on four decades of experience in specialized management and executive support. Her articles — and the press coverage of her work — are gathered here.
Articles based in her experience and knowledge of the world of specialized management and executive support.
Starts with linking the traditional knowledge of the EA role with new knowledge and skills.
Ensure the conferences in which you participate are champions of authenticity.
No one can do the work that is necessary to be done in your life but yourself.
Evaluating the role of the Executive Assistant.
In addition to authoring articles herself, Melba has been featured by a variety of outlets, including Harvard Business Review.
A video interview with Melba Duncan, author of the HBR article The Case for Executive Assistants, on why technology can't replace personal support.
Watch →Nicole Torres speaks with Melba Duncan on what it takes to be a successful executive assistant — and what every employee can learn from these masters of managing up.
Read →Bonnie, Vickie, and Melba discuss technology, salaries, skills, and much more.
Watch →Jeremy Burrows interviews Melba on her landmark 2011 HBR piece, The Case for Executive Assistants, still shared by EAs around the world.
Listen →Recognized for excellence in retained search and consulting, bringing extensive human resources experience to her training and placement institute.
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