{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"ADHD and an assistant career by accident","description":"169: Jodie Mears is a strategic C-Suite Executive Assistant, a respected thought leader in the administrative profession, and LinkedIn Top Voice, recognised with the Blue Badge for her industry expertise. With over 20+ years of experience spanning aviation, energy, and digital sectors, she currently supports C-Suite executives at Bentley Systems, combining high-level executive support with operational excellence and strategic business partnerships. As the co-host of \u201cThe Crodie Files\u201d podcast and an Advisory Board Member for The PA Show-UK, Jodie is passionate about elevating the administrative profession. Her highly sought-after mentoring and coaching program, which maintains a waitlist into 2025, offers a unique bespoke six-session approach to helping administrative professionals transform their existing talents into career-advancing strengths. A certified Mental Health First Aider and Regional Wellness Lead, Jodie regularly shares her insights through speaking engagements, her monthly newsletter \u201cThe Assist List,\u201d and industry publications. Connect with Jodie on LinkedIn at https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jodiemears or visit http:\/\/craigandjodie.com\/. \u2b07\ufe0f Offer from Jodie: From Overlooked to Empowered \u2013 \u00a350 Off Podcast Listeners Aspire &amp;amp; Achieve by Jodie Mears I know what it feels like to be overlooked, to work tirelessly behind the scenes and wonder if my contributions were truly valued. For years, I played it safe, staying in the background until I realised that visibility isn\u2019t about shouting the loudest, it\u2019s about owning your value. That realisation changed everything. I built my personal brand, stepped into strategic conversations, and transformed my career, and now, I help others do the same. That\u2019s why I created  https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/pulse\/special-edition-newsletter-jodie-mears-finstam-aqage\/, a mentoring &amp;amp; coaching program designed for assistants ready to move from support to strategic partner. What past participants say: \ud83d\udcac \u201cI could not have got to where I am without your help. You were instrumental in helping me navigate my next move.\u201d \ud83d\udcac \u201cYour session reignited my passion for personal branding, something I had let slip this year. I\u2019m excited to get back into it!\u201d \ud83d\udcac \u201cThe way you combine enthusiasm with practical, relatable advice made such a difference. I\u2019ve already started implementing the learning!\u201d Executive Office Insights podcast followers: get \u00a350 off this 6-session programme&amp;nbsp; If you\u2019re ready to step up, be seen, and grow your career, connect with Jodie to book a FREE 30-minute intro call. Let\u2019s make your next move your best one yet! --- \ud83d\udd34 Watch the Episode on YouTube: https:\/\/youtu.be\/eqyb9NIh3uQ   Diana on LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/diana-brandl\/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https:\/\/the-socialista-projects.com\/#newsletter Podcast on Spotify: https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast:  https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/de\/podcast\/the-future-assistant\/id1493106661 ","author_name":"Executive Office Insights","author_url":"https:\/\/www.the-socialista-projects.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36273715\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/187378490"}