OVERVIEW

My role is to support an individual who is balancing full-time employment with pursuing a master's degree. I assist her by setting up weekly, monthly, and daily goals, organizing her tasks, scheduling her activities, and ensuring she maintains a healthy work-life balance. By leveraging tools like Google Calendar, Google Drive, and various communication platforms, I enhance her productivity and contribute to her academic and personal success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

GOAL SETTING

Monthly Goals: At the beginning of each month, I collaborate with her to establish broad objectives for her master's program and personal life.

Weekly Goals: We break down these monthly objectives into manageable weekly tasks, ensuring they align with her academic deadlines and personal commitments.

Daily Goals: I set specific daily tasks to be completed, integrating academic work, job responsibilities, and personal activities.

SCHEDULING

Daily Schedule: Using Google Calendar, I create a detailed daily schedule that includes study time. Depending on what should be prioritized, the slots include reading, researching o, and working on assignments. The overall calendar for the day also includes personal time: time for relaxation, exercise, and other personal activities to maintain a healthy balance.

Schedule a meeting with the client's research supervisor.

Rest Periods: I ensure that rest periods are incorporated into her schedule to prevent burnout and promote mental well-being.

REMINDERS AND DEADLINES

I send reminders for upcoming assignment deadlines, ensuring she stays on track with her coursework.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Assistance in organizing her research digitally using Google Drive, categorizing documents, and maintaining an efficient system for easy access and retrieval.

As requested, I assist with online research, gathering relevant information, and compiling it for her use.

I help format her academic papers and proofread them to ensure they meet the required standards and are free from errors.

COMMUNICATION TOOLS

Emails: Regular updates and reminders about her schedule and deadlines are emailed.

Phone Calls: Periodic check-ins and discussions to address any immediate concerns or changes in her schedule.

Social Media: Quick, informal communication through social media platforms for urgent matters or brief updates.

TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES

Google Calendar: For scheduling and time management.

Google Drive: For organizing and storing academic materials, assignments, and research work.

Gmail: For formal communication and updates.

Phone Calls and social media ( WhatsApp): For quick and efficient communication.

Microsoft 365

Grammarly

Google Scholar, Web of Science, Scopus and other academic resources for research.

IMPACT

By providing structured support and efficient management of her time and tasks, I help her maintain a balance between her professional and academic responsibilities. This structured approach not only enhances her productivity but also contributes significantly to her overall mental health and well-being.

CONCLUSION

My role as a personal assistant demonstrates my ability to provide comprehensive support. I ensure that she can achieve her academic and personal goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. My use of digital tools and effective communication methods underscores my commitment to enhancing her productivity and well-being.