In this episode of The Admin Avenues Podcast, I sit down with Anu Lamba, Executive Assistant to Country Head of Operations at Amazon, to explore the purpose, growth, and recognition that come with a career in the admin profession.
Anu shares her inspiring journey - from moving to Australia, starting a family, and building a new career in a new country, to thriving in high-pressure executive support roles at global companies like Amazon and Microsoft. We talk about the challenges she faced, the resilience she built, and the mindset that has kept her confident in choosing the admin path, even when others didn’t understand it.
We also dive into what life is really like as an EA in a fast-paced corporate environment, the tools and strategies that keep her on top of competing priorities, and why she’s such a passionate advocate for the profession.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- How Anu navigated starting over in a new country while balancing family and career
- Why she chose the EA profession despite holding university degrees
- Common misconceptions about admin roles, and how to challenge them
- A behind-the-scenes look at supporting executives at Amazon and Microsoft
- The productivity systems and tools that have been game-changers for he
- The role mentorship has played in her career, and her advice for new admins
- How she believes the perception of admin roles needs to evolve in corporate environments
This conversation is a powerful reminder that admin professionals are more than just support - they’re strategic, resilient, and capable of incredible impact.
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What is The Admin Avenues Podcast?
Welcome to The Admin Avenues Podcast!
In each episode, I’ll be chatting with inspiring Australian admin professionals, expert advisors, and a few surprise guests you won’t want to miss.
No matter where your admin career has taken you, this is your space to learn, grow, and connect with the people shaping the future of our profession.
Expect real stories, practical insights, and expert advice to help you thrive, whether you're just starting out or leading at the top.
We’re also here to celebrate the Australian admin community, because admins are at the heart of every successful business.
Let’s shape the future of admin in Australia, one conversation at a time.
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