All About “The Business”

Back on March 6th, I unveiled the name and logo for “The Business”. In case you missed that post, here it is:

ProAssisting logo

Now, today, I’m going to tell you what it’s all about…

Before you read on, please note that the below two sections are taken from website copy that will be featured on our site which is just about finished being built.

About the Program

Every college graduate dreams of walking into a high-powered career immediately after receiving his or her diploma and stepping off the stage, but we’re afraid it takes a bit more effort than that.

This may have some of you worried, but we’re about to tell you something no one else will: that assistant position is your key to getting your dream career.

As an assistant, you’ll be exposed to the entire company. You’ll get an eagle-eye view of where you want to be headed and how to get there. And you’ll get the knowledge you need to catapult you up that career ladder a lot faster than you would in other entry-level positions.

A few facts you need to know:

1. Most high-ranking executives started out their careers as assistants.
2. Most companies like to hire from within when filling open positions – often from the assistant level.
3. Most companies provide little to no training to explain how assistants can excel at their jobs.

When the time for promotions comes around, assistants are the first place any boss looks for fresh potential and young enthusiasts who are ready for advancement. Unfortunately, since most assistants are simply thrown into the company maelstrom with no preparation or training, they don’t stand out as potential candidates for advancement.

The ProAssisting Training Program is going to make sure you’re ready.

Our program is designed to make you the next shining star in your company. With the skills, training and tools we’ll give you, you’ll be the most impressive new employee your company has seen in years – and they’ll know you’re ready to take on even more in a higher position.

Program Specifics

The ProAssisting Training Program teaches you real-world assistant skills and tactics that make you stand out as an invaluable member of your company’s team. The program includes:

1. A 100-minute e-learning module explaining the skills and attitude you need to excel in an assistant position.
2. A members-only forum moderated by Ethan and Stephanie daily to quickly answer your questions on how to improve and advance.
3. Downloadable templates, tools and checklists that enhance your abilities and power up your effectiveness.
4. Internet-based resources that simplify and streamline your job for maximum efficiency.

No other assistant training program offers an insider’s expertise with the tools you need for career advancement. You will:

• Learn the foundation of being a successful assistant in less than two hours
• Get the tips, tricks and tools that have stood the test of innumerable different industries and company cultures.
• Have the experts at your beck and call to answer your questions as they arise – no waiting for weeks to get help with a problem you have today.
• Gain the trust and respect of your boss and peers in less than a month.
• Leverage templates and systems that have taken us years to learn and perfect; they’re yours today, without your lifting a finger.

So… what do you think? Comments, questions and ideas welcome…