Jumia Books The CEO’s Secret Weapon: How Great Leaders and Their Assistants Maximize Productivity and Effectiveness by Jan Jones 

"The CEO’s Secret Weapon: How Great Leaders and Their Assistants Maximize Productivity and Effectiveness" by Jan Jones is a guide that highlights the critical, yet often underappreciated, role of executive assistants in driving business success. The book explores how exceptional executive assistants function as indispensable partners to CEOs and other top leaders, helping to manage their busy schedules, streamline operations, and increase overall effectiveness.

Jan Jones draws on extensive research and interviews with executives and assistants to outline the key characteristics, skills, and qualities that make an executive assistant invaluable. The book provides practical advice for both executives and assistants on how to build a strong, collaborative partnership based on trust, communication, and mutual respect.

Key topics include hiring and training top-tier assistants, defining roles and responsibilities, and nurturing a two-way partnership that enables leaders to focus on strategic priorities. Real-world examples from well-known executives like Richard Branson and Tony Robbins illustrate how the right assistant can elevate an executive's performance and career success. This book serves as both inspiration and a practical toolkit for maximizing productivity through a powerful executive-assistant relationship.