The Founder & The Force Multiplier
The Founder & The Force Multiplier is the ultimate playbook for building strategic partnerships between entrepreneurs and executive assistants. In this book, authors Hergenrother and Warner share what's worked for them, what they've learned along their journey, and some best practices that they recommend you implement immediately to get results. According to them, entrepreneurs and executive assistants need each other to survive and thrive, helping them create the foundation that will allow each other to build a life and a business without limits. You'll learn the basics of forming a successful partnership, solutions to common communication challenges, and how to form a united vision that moves the business forward. If you are an executive assistant interested in learning how to build a dynamic and fulfilling career, or a leader looking to hire or establish a better relationship with your right hand, then The Founder & The Force Multiplier is for you.
PRAISE FOR THE BOOK
"Adam and Hallie created something special. If you want to create a life-changing relationship and process with your assistant, start here."
—David Hauser, Founder of Grasshopper
"This book is the epitome of what strategic partnership should look like. It breaks down and clarifies the role executive support plays in a successful business when that business understands the potential of a world-class administrative function."
—Lucy Brazier, OBE, CEO of Marcham Publishing
"The Founder and The Force Multiplier is a well-thought-out rationale and playbook for what is truly possible when executives and assistants maximize this relationship."
—Paige McPheely, CEO and Co-Founder of Base
"The Founder and The Force Multiplier is a must-read for any leader and any support staff to learn the fundamental strategies and techniques for achieving executive effectiveness."
—Catherine Berardi, CEO, Prime Chief of Staff
"This is a must-read for all executives and for all assistants. Where most books focus on only one side of this equation, this book focuses on the team and how you can build a powerful and successful partnership together. That is truly the secret sauce for any business looking to scale. Together is better!"
—Monique Helstrom, speaker, activator, and unlocker of human potential
"For a founder, CEO, and former executive assistant, this book speaks to me on so many levels! It's a true roadmap for how to create a strategic partnership between a leader and their Force Multiplier. In addition, The founder and The Force Multiplier provides insight for founders on how to lead themselves and others well, while giving EAs inspiring and actionable advice on how to level up their career."
—Julia Leibowitz, Former EA and Co-Founder of Cabinet