executive assistant horror stories

Common elements include human error such as typing errors when sending emails or documents. There can also be issues with delegation. If an assistant delegates a task to the wrong person or doesn't follow up on delegated tasks, it can lead to problems. Additionally, in some horror stories, there are technology glitches that the assistant fails to handle properly. For example, if the video conferencing software fails during an important international meeting and the assistant doesn't have a backup plan, it can be a disaster for the business.

There was a case where an executive assistant misread the schedule and booked the CEO for two important meetings at the same time in different locations. The CEO ended up missing one important deal - signing session which cost the company a great business opportunity. It was a nightmare for both the assistant and the company.

Organization is a key element. An executive assistant needs to keep track of multiple tasks, schedules, and documents in an orderly manner. For example, being able to quickly access important files during a crucial meeting.

One success story is an executive assistant who streamlined the meeting scheduling process for a busy executive. By using efficient calendar management tools and communicating effectively with all parties involved, the number of scheduling conflicts dropped significantly. This not only saved time but also improved overall productivity.

I heard about a production assistant on a horror movie set. They were responsible for making sure all the special effects equipment was set up correctly for a particular scene. But they overlooked a crucial cable connection. When the scene was about to be filmed, the special effects didn't work at all. The scene was supposed to be a really scary moment with a lot of build - up, but it ended up looking really lame. The director was so disappointed and had to re - plan the whole scene, which was not easy as they had a tight schedule and a limited budget.

One horror story could be a physician assistant misdiagnosing a serious condition as something minor. For example, mistaking early signs of a heart attack for indigestion. This led to the patient not getting the proper immediate treatment and the situation worsening over time.

There was an assistant in Hollywood who was helping with the promotion of a horror movie. They had to spend a lot of time in a small, dimly lit office looking at promotional materials that were filled with disturbing images from the movie. One night, while working late, they started to feel like they were being watched. They turned around and thought they saw a shadowy figure in the corner. But when they turned on more lights, there was nothing there. However, from that night on, they always felt an eerie presence whenever they were in that office.

One horror story could be when a celebrity assistant was overworked to the point of a mental breakdown. They were constantly on call, had to handle multiple tasks like scheduling, dealing with paparazzi, and personal errands all at once. There was no time for rest, and it took a huge toll on their well - being.

One horror story is when a medical assistant misread a patient's chart and almost administered the wrong medication. Luckily, another staff member double - checked at the last minute. It was a terrifying situation as that wrong drug could have had serious, even life - threatening consequences for the patient.

One horror story is when a personal assistant misinterpreted a voice command. A user said 'call mom' but it called the wrong number which happened to be a scammer. The scammer started tricking the user into giving out personal information.