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Zaliah
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What does your daily schedule look like?
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Lisa Zboray
Executive Assistant
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Atlanta, Georgia
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Lisa’s Answer
Hi Zaliah, as an Executive Assistant in the technology company for over 35 years my days are never the same. It's what I love most about this role. But especially in the technology area, because it moves so fast, you do have to ready to pivot at any time, so getting used to constant change can be stressful for some.
I do start most of my days with a 30 min workout, and then a devotional time with a cup of coffee. I always start my work with a todo list, but honestly, this role is somewhat reactionary, so the priorities of the day almost always change depending on my executive's and the teams needs and goals. It's my role to help them be productive and drive the business forward, so having a server's mentality is also crucial. I'll typically work until 5:30 before spending time with my dog and making dinner. I end the day with a walk with my dog and then either reading a book or watching about 30 mins of TV.
It's a career I love and even after 35 years it never gets old.
I do start most of my days with a 30 min workout, and then a devotional time with a cup of coffee. I always start my work with a todo list, but honestly, this role is somewhat reactionary, so the priorities of the day almost always change depending on my executive's and the teams needs and goals. It's my role to help them be productive and drive the business forward, so having a server's mentality is also crucial. I'll typically work until 5:30 before spending time with my dog and making dinner. I end the day with a walk with my dog and then either reading a book or watching about 30 mins of TV.
It's a career I love and even after 35 years it never gets old.
Jacob Farnworth
Financial Analyst
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Indianapolis, Indiana
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Jacob’s Answer
Hi Zaliah,
Being a financial analyst, I typically wake up around 6:30 AM and go through my morning routine of showering, eating a small breakfast, watching the news, etc. After getting ready for my workday, I sign on for work around 8:00 AM since I work from home and begin to go through any emails or outstanding items that I've missed from the prior day. Depending on what my emails entail, I'll either respond to the emails from the prior day and attempt to work through the ad hoc work that is a result of those emails.
During the rest of my workday, I'll go through my to do list which is dependent on what point of the month or the quarter our business is in. Financial Analysts at my company have routine monthly work that needs done so I need to ensure that my monthly tasks are being completed. These monthly tasks could also result in me being in several meetings throughout the day to go over our monthly results and present to our group's leadership.
My workday typically ends around 5:00 PM but could extend past that depending on outstanding items that I need to complete and the urgency of those. Once I sign off, I'll make my way to the gym to workout and get some cardio in, since I'm sitting at my desk most of the day. After the gym, I'll eat dinner and read whatever book I'm currently on. The rest of my evening is for me to unwind and relax before starting my next work day. I typically try to get 8 hours of sleep so I can be sharp for the next day.
Being a financial analyst, I typically wake up around 6:30 AM and go through my morning routine of showering, eating a small breakfast, watching the news, etc. After getting ready for my workday, I sign on for work around 8:00 AM since I work from home and begin to go through any emails or outstanding items that I've missed from the prior day. Depending on what my emails entail, I'll either respond to the emails from the prior day and attempt to work through the ad hoc work that is a result of those emails.
During the rest of my workday, I'll go through my to do list which is dependent on what point of the month or the quarter our business is in. Financial Analysts at my company have routine monthly work that needs done so I need to ensure that my monthly tasks are being completed. These monthly tasks could also result in me being in several meetings throughout the day to go over our monthly results and present to our group's leadership.
My workday typically ends around 5:00 PM but could extend past that depending on outstanding items that I need to complete and the urgency of those. Once I sign off, I'll make my way to the gym to workout and get some cardio in, since I'm sitting at my desk most of the day. After the gym, I'll eat dinner and read whatever book I'm currently on. The rest of my evening is for me to unwind and relax before starting my next work day. I typically try to get 8 hours of sleep so I can be sharp for the next day.
Nathan White
business analyst
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Newark, Delaware
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Nathan’s Answer
Hi Zaliah,
My day starts at about 6 am due to the nature of the utility industry/business. Don't be discouraged about the early start time though! The benefits of getting up early is I get to stop working early (usually around 3 pm) allowing for me to spend time with my family. The commute (when there was one) was very easy as no one was on the road. I don't get stuck in the morning or evening rush hour traffic.
When I start my day, I prepare a report for distribution to the local managers so they know how to divvy up their work for the day. I then get in a meeting regarding the report and ensure everyone has understood their requirements and have their questions answered.
After the morning rush is over, I check emails and any work that is due or will be due soon. I follow up with other co-workers to make sure they're going to meet their deadlines. After lunch, I work on the report due in the morning of the next business day. The report involves investigating and manipulating data in Excel. It's a very Microsoft Excel heavy oriented environment.
Usually around 3 pm when my day is over, I physically and mentally check out from work. Doing this allows me to focus solely on spending time with my daughter and wife, without thinking about "did I do this at work? Let me go check".
In short the work day for me involves interacting with other co-workers, using Microsoft Excel to manipulate data, using other internal systems to pull data, staying on top of things coming due and following up with people. I hope this was helpful in answering your question.
My day starts at about 6 am due to the nature of the utility industry/business. Don't be discouraged about the early start time though! The benefits of getting up early is I get to stop working early (usually around 3 pm) allowing for me to spend time with my family. The commute (when there was one) was very easy as no one was on the road. I don't get stuck in the morning or evening rush hour traffic.
When I start my day, I prepare a report for distribution to the local managers so they know how to divvy up their work for the day. I then get in a meeting regarding the report and ensure everyone has understood their requirements and have their questions answered.
After the morning rush is over, I check emails and any work that is due or will be due soon. I follow up with other co-workers to make sure they're going to meet their deadlines. After lunch, I work on the report due in the morning of the next business day. The report involves investigating and manipulating data in Excel. It's a very Microsoft Excel heavy oriented environment.
Usually around 3 pm when my day is over, I physically and mentally check out from work. Doing this allows me to focus solely on spending time with my daughter and wife, without thinking about "did I do this at work? Let me go check".
In short the work day for me involves interacting with other co-workers, using Microsoft Excel to manipulate data, using other internal systems to pull data, staying on top of things coming due and following up with people. I hope this was helpful in answering your question.
Fernanda Montanaro
Support Associate
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Mexico City, Mexico
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Fernanda’s Answer
Hi!
I usually wake up at 7:45 am, shower brush my teeth, get ready to start work at 8 this includes having breakfast.
I get my computer and start reading my emails while I sip my coffee and I also read my to-do list (which I usually do the night before)
After I know what are my top priorities for the day (which are constantly changing as I do on demand tasks as well) but I try to list them all as they come and finish the list by the end of the business day.
After that I try to take my mind off work by watching something, reading or singing in the shower…
As I am doing a master’s I take some hours to study before I sleep, but never past 12 or I would be a zombie the next day.
I usually wake up at 7:45 am, shower brush my teeth, get ready to start work at 8 this includes having breakfast.
I get my computer and start reading my emails while I sip my coffee and I also read my to-do list (which I usually do the night before)
After I know what are my top priorities for the day (which are constantly changing as I do on demand tasks as well) but I try to list them all as they come and finish the list by the end of the business day.
After that I try to take my mind off work by watching something, reading or singing in the shower…
As I am doing a master’s I take some hours to study before I sleep, but never past 12 or I would be a zombie the next day.
Antonio Alvarez Martínez
Analyst, Sales Operations
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Mexico City, Mexico
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Antonio’s Answer
Hi Zaliah,
I'm a financial analyst, I start my day around 6:30 am and go to the gym, shower, eating breakfast, and finally turning on my laptop at 8:30 am since I work from home and there is no need to drive to work.
I start checking my email looking for things I've missed from the day before or early in the morning. After reading everything I take the main priorities and start work or answering them.
The rest of the day depends on the business, I´m a financial analyst in front operations, so depending on the operations needed every day, my activities change.
My workday ends most of the times around 5:30 PM but could extend depending on the requirements. The rest of my evening is just to relax, some hobbies and watch some TV.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
I'm a financial analyst, I start my day around 6:30 am and go to the gym, shower, eating breakfast, and finally turning on my laptop at 8:30 am since I work from home and there is no need to drive to work.
I start checking my email looking for things I've missed from the day before or early in the morning. After reading everything I take the main priorities and start work or answering them.
The rest of the day depends on the business, I´m a financial analyst in front operations, so depending on the operations needed every day, my activities change.
My workday ends most of the times around 5:30 PM but could extend depending on the requirements. The rest of my evening is just to relax, some hobbies and watch some TV.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
Simone McBean
Executive Assistant
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New York, New York
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Simone’s Answer
Hi Zaliah,
My typical day involves an initial review of my email inbox to identify any pressing matters that require immediate resolution. Following this, I create a priority-based 'to do' list and begin addressing each task. Occasionally, unresolved issues from previous days may be added to this list. The urgency of tasks can fluctuate based on their respective topics.
I then work systematically through the list, gradually completing each task. Regularly checking my email inbox throughout the day is crucial as new issues continuously arise. If you encounter any issues that you can't immediately address, it's a good habit to acknowledge the email, assuring the sender that you will provide a response as soon as you have the necessary information or solution.
I hope this advice proves beneficial for you. Best of luck!
My typical day involves an initial review of my email inbox to identify any pressing matters that require immediate resolution. Following this, I create a priority-based 'to do' list and begin addressing each task. Occasionally, unresolved issues from previous days may be added to this list. The urgency of tasks can fluctuate based on their respective topics.
I then work systematically through the list, gradually completing each task. Regularly checking my email inbox throughout the day is crucial as new issues continuously arise. If you encounter any issues that you can't immediately address, it's a good habit to acknowledge the email, assuring the sender that you will provide a response as soon as you have the necessary information or solution.
I hope this advice proves beneficial for you. Best of luck!