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)

In this episode of The Admin Avenues Podcast, I sit down with Heather Batchelor FAIOP, a true stalwart of the admin profession with an incredible 40-year career - to talk about leadership, legacy, and breathing new life into one of Australia’s oldest professional associations, the Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP).

Heather opens up about her journey from her first admin role to becoming National President of AIOP during one of its most challenging chapters. She shares the bold decisions, difficult changes, and strategic partnerships that helped turn things around, and why collaboration across the admin profession is key to its future.

This conversation is full of insights, history, and inspiration for anyone passionate about elevating our profession.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Heather’s 40-year admin journey and the milestones that shaped her career
• Why she said “yes” to leading AIOP when it was at a crossroads
• The most challenging and rewarding changes made to ensure AIOP’s survival
• The vision and strategy behind the AIOP rebrand
• How collaboration with organisations like Admin Avenues has strengthened the profession
• Heather’s hopes for the future of AIOP and advice for future admin leaders

If you care about legacy, leadership, and making an impact in your profession, you’ll love this episode.

Listen now and be inspired to lead change in your own corner of the admin world.

To learn more about AIOP - click here: https://aiop.com.au

To find out more about the AIOP Awards - click here:https://www.eventcreate.com/e/the-2025-aiop-awards-gala-dinner

To nominate an Australian admin for the 2025 AIOP awards - click here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/AustralianInstituteOfOfficeProfessionals/_2025AustralianInstituteOfOfficeProfessionalsAwards

To see the AIOP video of the Brisbane event (proudly shot by our sponsors of this AIOP event Tempus Media) - click here: https://aiop.com.au/resources/AIOP-Website%20Members%20Video.mp4

You can connect with Heather on her LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-batchelor-faiop-77002b35/

In this episode of The Admin Avenues Podcast, we sit down with Ruth Kilah, Founder of Hoxton Hyde, Executive Coach, Consultant and Advocate for Admin Excellence. We sat down to talk about what it really takes to future-proof your admin career.

Ruth is a career coach and mentor who helps experienced Executive Assistants move into higher-level roles where they can grow their income, influence, and impact. Through her coaching, she empowers admin professionals to gain clarity, strengthen strategic thinking, and communicate their value with confidence.

Fun fact: We recorded this episode a few months ago, and during our chat, Ruth mentioned one of her dreams was to land a speaking gig in the USA. The very next day (not even kidding) she got an email from an American company inviting her to speak in the USA. Now that’s what we call fast manifesting!

Join us as we explore Ruth’s inspiring journey from EA to business founder, the mission behind Hoxton Hyde, and her top insights on building visibility, leadership, and resilience in today’s evolving world of work.

In This Episode:

• Ruth’s transition from EA to founder and executive coach
• The mission behind Hoxton Hyde and the career gaps it’s helping to close
• Coaching vs. mentoring – and why coaching is so powerful for admins
• Common career challenges Ruth sees in the profession
• How EAs can step into leadership without the title
• The importance of boundaries, visibility, and strategic relationships
• Future-proofing your admin career with the right mindset and soft skills
• Practical advice for EAs feeling stuck or unsure about their next step

Ruth shares her best piece of advice for any EA or admin professional feeling unsure about the next chapter in their career, and how to reconnect with your value and potential.

Ruth’s link to ‘3 Ways To Communicate Your Value For Career Growth: https://www.hoxtonhyde.com.au/3WaysToCommunicateYourValueForCareerGrowth

To connect with Ruth Kilah and explore coaching and resources at Hoxton Hyde: https://www.hoxtonhyde.com.au

Follow Ruth on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-kilah/