In this episode, Candice sits down with Rachael Bonetti, a former C-suite EA turned coach, speaker, speaker, corporate trainer, mentor and advocate for admin professionals. Known for her honest, deep insights, and passion for changing the narrative, Rachael shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, and why now is the moment for EAs to step up, stand out, and rewrite the rules.

With decades of experience supporting global CEOs, Rachael now helps admin professionals thrive with boundaries, confidence, and clarity. From her own experience walking away from burnout to building a purpose-led business, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone feeling stuck or striving for more.

In This Episode:

• Rachael’s career journey from high-pressure EA roles to purpose-driven entrepreneur
• Her personal story of burnout - and how it transformed her definition of success
• What needs to shift in how the admin profession is supported and recognised
• How admins can transition from reactive to strategic partners (if they want to!)
• Practical advice on setting boundaries without guilt
• What “sustainable success” looks like in today’s admin landscape
• Rachael’s tips for admin professionals at a career crossroads

Rachael shares powerful messages for every admin professional wondering what’s next, and why your potential is bigger than your job title.

The Admin Avenues Conference:

Rachael gives us a taste of her upcoming keynote “The Next-Gen EA”, which she’ll be presenting at the Admin Avenues Conference on Monday 20 October in Sydney. She breaks down:

• Why the profession is at a defining fork in the road
• The shifts shaping the next decade of executive support
• How EAs can position themselves as high-impact, strategic leaders

More details on the conference here:https://www.eventcreate.com/e/adminavenuesconference

AIOP Awards Gala:

We also chat about the return of the national AIOP Awards and why it’s time to celebrate admin excellence on a grand stage once again. If you haven’t nominated yet - get cracking here:https://www.cognitoforms.com/AustralianInstituteOfOfficeProfessionals/_2025AustralianInstituteOfOfficeProfessionalsAwards

Connect with Rachael Bonetti:

• Website & courses: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-bonetti-4b46561a
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rachaelbonetti
• Podcast: Re-Write The Playbook https://open.spotify.com/show/28iQoCzbdDveiwHqRPipo9 (available on all platforms)