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From Day One to Done: The Truth About Executive Assistant Onboarding

Written by Carmel Perez | 11/25/24 9:08 AM

"It took me less than a week."

When Lars Kroijer, Founder & Managing Director of Allied Offsets, shared this timeline for getting his executive assistant fully operational, it challenged a common misconception: that onboarding a remote EA must be a long, painful process.

The Traditional Onboarding Myth

Most executives brace themselves for weeks or even months of:

  • Extensive training sessions
  • Constant corrections
  • Repetitive explanations
  • Gradual productivity buildup
  • Frustrating miscommunications

The assumption? That's just how it has to be. But does it really?

A Different Reality: One Week to Full Productivity

Kroijer's experience tells a different story: "The onboarding process was a joy - simple, fast and easy." This isn't just about speed; it's about effectiveness. His EA "understood my preferences immediately and the service was up and running seamlessly after only a week."

What makes this possible?

The Secret Behind Rapid, Effective Onboarding

Pre-Trained Excellence

  • EAs come equipped with business context understanding
  • Professional experience in executive support
  • Mastery of essential business tools

Structured Onboarding Process

  • Systematic preference gathering
  • Clear communication protocols
  • Efficient knowledge transfer
  • Proven implementation methods

Immediate Implementation

  • Day one productivity
  • Quick adaptation to preferences
  • Seamless integration into your workflow
  • Rapid return on investment

Beyond Just Getting Started

The real measure of successful onboarding isn't just how quickly an EA can start – it's how effectively they can deliver value. As Kroijer notes, the result was "saving me lots of time and energy" from the very beginning.

This immediate impact is possible because of:

  • Systematic approach to understanding needs
  • Proven processes for quick startup
  • Experienced EAs who know what matters
  • Support structure that ensures success

Why It Matters: The Cost of Slow Onboarding

Traditional EA onboarding often means:

  • Weeks of reduced executive productivity
  • Hours spent on training and corrections
  • Delayed return on investment
  • Frustration and second-guessing

In contrast, MySigrid's approach means:

  • Immediate productivity gains
  • Minimal executive time investment
  • Quick return on investment
  • Peace of mind from day one

The MySigrid Difference

What makes our one-week onboarding possible?

  • Systematic needs assessment
  • Pre-trained, experienced EAs
  • Proven onboarding processes
  • Comprehensive support structure
  • Immediate backup availability

Ready for a Better Way?

Stop accepting that executive support must mean weeks of reduced productivity during onboarding. Book your free consultation to discover how you can:

  • Have effective support within one week
  • Minimize your time investment
  • Start saving time immediately
  • Experience hassle-free onboarding

Join executives like Lars Kroijer who have discovered that getting started with an EA can be "simple, fast and easy." Your time is too valuable to waste on lengthy onboarding processes.