Welcome to our knowledge hub, where we share the latest trends in Washington D.C. staffing, executive support, and workplace culture. Whether you are an employer looking for the latest EA job description templates or a professional seeking career progression advice, our ‘thoughts’ are designed to empower the DC metro professional community. From celebrating our team’s milestones to deep-diving into the evolving role of the Chief of Staff, we provide the expert perspective you need to navigate today’s talent landscape.

  • October 21, 2025

    EXECS TO KNOW Lori Reed on Building Schechter Reed, Leading with Trust & Redefining How Companies Hire By Staff Writer October 21, 2025 Lori Reed didn’t set out to build an empire when she started Schechter [...]

  • September 30, 2024

    This article outlines the top 10 interview questions for Executive Assistants, providing key insights and sample answers. It covers essential skills, effective communication, handling pressure, and maintaining confidentiality, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for their interviews.

  • September 24, 2024

    This article outlines essential skills, courses, and steps to become a successful executive assistant, emphasizing the importance of organization, communication, technical proficiency, and continuous professional development for career growth.

  • September 17, 2024

    This article explores the transition from an Executive Assistant to a Chief of Staff, detailing the skills required, common misconceptions, and strategies for success in this multifaceted role.

  • September 12, 2024

    Explore the top 10 responsibilities of an executive assistant, including calendar management, travel coordination, communication handling, meeting organization, document preparation, and proactive problem-solving to enhance organizational efficiency.

  • June 27, 2024

    Our website lists Lucy Schratz as the “newest member of the Schechter Reed team”. While that is still true, Lucy is celebrating her 2nd anniversary today! Since Lucy joined us, she has had two of her five [...]

  • February 29, 2024

    Liz Kreft recently celebrated her fourth anniversary working for Schechter Reed.  We sat with her and her colleague, Lucy, and asked them to share perspectives and impacts on colleagues. Liz joined Schechter Reed in 2020, just [...]

  • June 28, 2023

    In this final week of LGBTQ+ Pride month, I can’t help but pause to consider how far we have come. My first staffing agency job was in 1995 in Baltimore, and I saw far too many [...]

  • October 14, 2022

    The Accidental Entrepreneur Our first leader is Kristina Bouweiri, President and CEO of Dulles-based Reston Limousine. Kristina is the recipient of dozens of awards including the D.C. Chamber’s “Business Leader of the Year” and SmartCEO’s “Smart 100.” In [...]