1. Connect at work – Workers who have strong social connections (friendships) with their co-workers are found to be more productive, more passionate about their work and less likely to quit. How: Spend some time getting to know your colleagues at work through lunches, sporting activities or even participate in social activities within your organisation. 2. Be grateful – People who are grateful are much more optimistic, goal directed, have fewer visits to the doctor and exerc

Last week, I attended the Executive Assistant and Personal Assistant (EAPA) Summit held in Singapore both as a speaker and participant. I got to know many Executive Assistants (EAs) and Personal Assistants (PAs) on a professional and personal level. Before attending the Summit, I thought the role of an EA was quite an ordinary one; comprising mostly of filing, making travel arrangements and meeting all the whims and fancies of their bosses. But this was not the case. These w