Lucy Brazier

Editor's Letters
Issue: August/September 2022

The Business of Business

By Lucy Brazier OBE - July 25, 2022

The number of calls that we are taking from businesses wanting to understand how to best utilize their administrative function means that consultancy is fast becoming part of our core business.

Editor's Letters
Issue: June / July 2022

A Life of Service

By Lucy Brazier OBE - May 31, 2022

Long before the term 'servant leadership' became popular, Queen Elizabeth II was the epitome of what the term means

Editor's Letters
Issue: April / May 2022

A New Era

By Lucy Brazier OBE - April 5, 2022

Change is always hard. Our routines have changed, as have our social relationships and boundaries, so it's natural to feel a level of anxiety.

Editor's Letters
Issue: February / March 2022

Diversity Is a Fact, Inclusion Is an Act

By Lucy Brazier OBE - January 25, 2022

Time and again in our profession we see examples of a lack of inclusion, some being so ingrained they are viewed as ‘normal’ and ‘‘acceptable’

Editor's Letters
Issue: December 2021 / January 2022

An Emotional Rollercoaster

By Lucy Brazier OBE - December 7, 2021

The emotional rollercoaster we are all riding changes weekly. Let’s concentrate on creating a new world of work, based on the right resources and support.

Editor's Letters
Issue: October / November 2021

Let’s Go Change the World!

By Lucy Brazier OBE - September 30, 2021

We are delighted to publish a supplement containing the Global Skills Matrix with commentary from some of the world’s leading authorities on our profession about what it means.

Editor's Letters
Issue: June / July 2021

Dedicated to the Profession

By Lucy Brazier OBE - May 31, 2021

There have been a few moments since I began this journey 10 years ago when I have pinched myself and wondered how I got here.

Editor's Letters
Issue: April / May 2021

New look. New name. Same passion.

By Lucy Brazier OBE - March 25, 2021

Welcome to the first-ever issue of Executive Support Magazine! We hope you like the rebranding. We also want you to feel included in this process and encourage you to always feel free to share your input.

Business Strategy & Acumen Cover Story
Issue: April / May 2021

20 Business Lessons We Will Be Taking into the Future

By Lucy Brazier OBE - March 25, 2021

As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Executive Secretary (now Executive Support) Magazine, Lucy Brazier shares the lessons learnt that we will be taking into the future

Editor's Letters
Issue: January / February 2021

Everything Old is New Again

By Lucy Brazier OBE - January 21, 2021

This January issue is the very last issue ever of Executive Secretary Magazine. Watch out for the rebranded magazine and websites launching on 25th March.

Editor's Letters
Issue: November / December 2020

The Renaissance is Within Reach

By Lucy Brazier OBE - November 30, 2020

It is worth remembering that after the Great Plague, came the Renaissance and all the creativity that was generated from that time was unprecedented.

Editor's Letters
Issue: September / October 2020

Building Momentum for Change

By Lucy Brazier OBE - September 30, 2020

We have made huge strides towards our end goal, but now for the first time, we have hard facts and research and a plan. It's exciting.

Editor's Letters
Issue: July / August 2020

What is Happening Now, Has Happened Before

By Lucy Brazier OBE - July 31, 2020

My timeline is full of people being let go. And whilst it is reminiscent of the last recession, it feels different because everything just changed

Editor's Letters
Issue: May / June 2020

Sawabona

By Lucy Brazier OBE - May 31, 2020

I wholly condemn any form of racism. On the other hand, I try to stay away from politics of any kind in my professional capacity.

Editor's Letters

An Open Letter to Anyone Working with an Assistant

By Lucy Brazier OBE - April 21, 2020

There has never been a more difficult time to be a business leader. You need a proactive administrative partner contributing to the business partnership