Define the operating rule
Define triggers for authority limits, material exposure, safety, confidentiality, and blocked deadlines.
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How to create an executive assistant escalation protocol
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Make the work visible
Match the channel to urgency and lead with the decision and deadline.
Review the exceptions
Add the facts that change the choice, the risk of waiting, options, and a recommendation. The continuity guidance provides supporting guidance.
Connect the workflow
Use the weekly EA sync and the decision rights matrix for the related operating details.
| Stage | Required output |
|---|---|
| Define | Owner and boundary |
| Operate | Decision and record |
| Review | Updated rule |
Frequently asked questions
What should this process define?
Define triggers for authority limits, material exposure, safety, confidentiality, and blocked deadlines.
What makes the process reliable?
Match the channel to urgency and lead with the decision and deadline.
When should the process be reviewed?
Add the facts that change the choice, the risk of waiting, options, and a recommendation.
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