TAR Masterclass: How to Build Credibility, Influence & Executive Trust Fast
Delivered by Ninka Mbaye in conversation with Jessica Gardner, Founder of The Assistant Room, this live masterclass tackles one of the biggest challenges assistants face: building trust with their executive quickly enough to operate effectively at a high level.
Because when trust is missing, everything becomes harder. You receive less access, less information, less autonomy, and ultimately struggle to perform at the level you are capable of.
Drawing on her extraordinary experience interviewing some of the world’s most guarded, controversial, and high-risk individuals for platforms including CNN, DW, The Guardian, and Trace, Ninka will share how she builds trust quickly, asks intentional questions, reads people effectively, and creates meaningful connection in high-pressure environments where trust does not come easily.
Together, Jessica and Ninka will explore how these same techniques can transform the assistant–executive relationship, helping you build credibility faster, strengthen communication, and position yourself as a trusted strategic partner rather than just support.
This session is complimentary for members of The Assistant Room. If you are already a member, you can register via the to join this session for free. Non-members are welcome to join by purchasing a ticket, or can become a member to unlock this session at www.theassistantroom.com, future live training sessions, and hundreds of career-enhancing resources designed to accelerate your growth.
Key Takeaways
How to build trust quickly with senior stakeholders
How to ask intentional, high-impact question
How to read non-verbal cues and recognise disengagement
How to regain attention and control conversations confidently
How to position yourself as a credible, commercially valuable partner