Superpowered: The Secret That Helps Every Entrepreneur Eliminate the Suck, 10X Their Impact, and Have More Fun in Work and Life

by Shannon Waller, Ryan Cassin, Steven Neuner

We can’t imagine Superman without his X-ray vision and train-stopping strength. And what would Flash be without his speed? Yet, many entrepreneurs are stuck, running their businesses with their superpowers untapped. Fear of increasing costs and loss of control stop them in their tracks, and even those who open the door to their secret strength often don’t know how to properly utilize it.

Shannon Waller, creator of Strategic Coach® Team Programs, and Steven Neuner and Ryan Cassin, co-founders of Superpowers, have uncovered the force behind the most successful entrepreneurial enterprises—the entrepreneurial executive assistant.

In Superpowered, this unstoppable trio shares insights, strategies, and stories that demonstrate how engaging the right assistant can

Eliminate the suck and free you to work in your Unique AbilityⓇPut time back into your schedule, allowing you to 10x your impactRemove the dread factor so you can have fun in work and life and put an end to losing your mind
Having the right executive assistant isn’t only a necessity; it’s your superpower. It’s time to see how beneficial this asset is and how far this strength can take you in your business.

Learn how to unleash your greatest potential and become superpowered starting today.

182 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 25, 2024

Reviews

[Karyn H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superpowered is compelling and provides information for every entrepreneur who has lost the spark.

Superpowered by Shannon Waller, Ryan Cassin, Steven Neuner, and Dan Sullivan is not just your regular business manual. Rather, it is the one book that has the power to help entrepreneurs revitalize their passion and become successful entrepreneurs again.
While it tackles the problem of burnout as an entrepreneur, it also delves into the subtle areas that you can hardly find in any book out there today. Among many of the things it talked about is the reason why the right assistant is essential for every entrepreneur who wishes to be successful.
Superpowered also looks at some of the things that many entrepreneurs do that drain their energy and provides practical ways to eliminate stress and achieve more as an entrepreneur. Beyond reducing your stress level as an entrepreneur, this book provides all the ideas you need to harness your full potential, increase productivity, and become more effective.
The book contains several practical experiences and examples that highlight the key ideas in this book. Superpowered will not only teach you how to work but also how to maintain a good work-life balance. The authors did an excellent job in this book.

[Maria Paula Castellanos Monroy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great guide!

This book is a guide for entrepreneurs or business people looking to maximize their productivity and reduce stress.
Although it seems almost impossible today to reconcile two key concepts such as productivity and stress, this book comes to propose a scenario where it makes it possible. It is not a lie that a company must always look for ways to become more productive, however, many times, what is at stake is the stress of the most valuable human resource - the workers.
The book proposes different strategies to maximize and empower your company without burning the most important resource; it brings practical advice based on the experience and life of the authors which makes it even better.
Without a doubt, this is a must read book as it proposes strategy, advice and theory that is worth more than anything else. I recommend having this book on your desk at work, you never know when you will need to share it with someone close to you in your professional life!!

[Grady · Rating 5 out of 5]

Honoring Executive Assistants!

Authors Shannon Waller, Steven J Neuner, and Ryan Cassin are all experts in the field of coaching entrepreneurs to discover the secrets of eliminating aspects of a career that can drain energy and productivity while enriching impact and income and leveling up the good life. Using excellent examples of well known situations entrepreneurs encounter – desperation, frustration, burnout etc. – in building the dream of rising to the top, the authors provide concepts of ‘living in your unique ability,’ discovering the major support of executive assistants, delegating with insight, managing time and priorities, and other realistic and honest ‘habits’ to develop that makes entry into the ‘superpowered’ realm accessible.

The title of this book – SUPERPOWERED – is a realizable goal, and with the advice and coaching the three authors provide, every business leader can find freedom and growth, first and foremost by understanding the positive roles of executive assistants. The balance between work and life is actually available – read on… Highly recommended.

[Maps R · Rating 5 out of 5]

Having a little help to achieve success is not bad. What about allowing yourself to be helped and boosting yourself and your dreams? This amazing book reframes the great power of an executive assistant and how that can benefit you on your path to success. I love how the authors skillfully narrated the reality of starting your own business. There is stress, desperation, and anxiety most of the time because entrepreneurs deny themselves the help they need. The book invites you to change your mindset and understand that delegating, managing priorities, and relying on someone else for easy tasks can clear your mind and leave you more time to focus on what really matters. I was engaged by the stories they narrated, and I appreciate all the advice and tips they shared. If you are looking for a great book to boost your entrepreneurship and become more successful, give this book a chance to help you understand the necessity of an executive assistant for entrepreneurs.

[Rodrigo J · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very useful

After reading this book, I was truly amazed. The authors do an excellent job of helping us remove the blindfolds that prevent us from seeing clearly and getting rid of the fear that often holds us back. In my opinion, the key takeaway is learning to delegate effectively instead of micromanaging, and focusing on using our "superpowers" to enjoy more of what we do best.

The book provides valuable strategies and practical tactics to help us identify the key areas we should focus on in order to achieve better results. The authors do not just encourage us to work harder, but to work smarter, more efficiently, and in alignment with clear business strategies that lead to success.

I found this book extremely useful, insightful, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve their approach to business and productivity.

[Lina Perea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Changing ideas

Nowadays, many businessmen, bosses, among others, resist the idea of delegating, often because they do not trust in the capabilities of others, because they believe that it is not necessary and that the cost-value-benefit does not justify it. But thanks to this book, this idea changes and gives a new concept to the importance of the executive assistant.
With clear, concise and real examples, Superpowered shows the importance of this person in companies.
A good assistant allows COs to dedicate themselves to other activities that will serve to improve their performance, to create new products, etc., which will be reflected in an improvement in production. On a personal level, it will allow them to have more time that they can use in different aspects of their lives, such as family life.

[Natalia Benavides · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book

This book completely changed my perspective about the balance I had between my work and personal life.
Personally, I have always been a very work-focused person and as a result, I was always thinking about my work and not enjoying my personal life.
I loved this guide because it offers practical strategies through real cases that show us how to optimize unique skills and eliminate tedious tasks in order to free up time and have more quality moments, the most precious thing we have.
The author emphasizes the importance of having a personal assistant and how this can help us to organize our work and transform the work experience, eliminating burnout and promoting personal enjoyment.
I highly recommend this book, I am sure it will change your way of thinking so much that you will start implementing these tools to the fullest.

[Steven Finkelstein · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stress can easily control all of our lives if we let it. However, there are solutions to conquer that stress, and each of us has them within us, waiting to be unlocked. In this book, you will learn the gradual, step-by-step approach necessary to combat feelings of dread associated with work, difficult familial situations, and more.

In a time when more and more individuals report feeling stress and anxiety, having this knowledge has become more important than ever. If you ever wake up with feelings of angst, you know what it is to battle the negativity that exists not only out in the world, but inside your own head. You can be superpowered, though, if you only master a new attitude and mindset that will set you on the right path both in business and your personal life.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hiring an executive assistant

This book, written by three entrepreneurial coaches, is all about helping the entrepreneur decide if hiring an executive assistant is the right thing to do for their personal life, their sanity, and their business. Too many entrepreneurs or business owners try to do it all themselves, and run themselves ragged doing so, and end up losing the joy and spark that started the business in the first place. This book details what exactly an executive assistant does, how it's a different role than other types of assistants, including virtual assistants, and how it can be game changing to bring one on. Great book for the exhausted entrepreneur in your life.

[Margarita Garcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting read.

This book addresses an interesting topic which is the importance of having a good executive assistant and goes beyond simply hiring a smart one. Drawing on real-life stories, these authors show you strategies you can apply to maximize the advantages and benefits of working with your assistant. An executive assistant (EA) is incredibly valuable to an executive or a company as a whole, especially in improving their productivity and having a work-life balance, reducing stress in both fields. This book equips you with knowledge, framework, and strategies to make you more informed and confident in selecting the right EA who compliments your work style. This is a valuable resource and I highly recommend it.

[Chico's Mom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Don’t set yourself up for failure

The book discusses many essential points about work and living the life you have always wanted. It talks about not limiting yourself to the easy way but also embracing quality time with the people you love and who love you. Every chapter is discussed in a way that is easy to understand and also an inspiration to find your unique ability, which would motivate you to get up and go to work and enjoy work and not look at it as plain and mundane. The authors also discuss the value of the people you work with and how their growth extends to yours. I adapted the activity log to help me find my secret unique ability, and so far, I like what I am seeing, and I can work with that.

[Juliana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book

I assure you that this book is not like any other personal growth reading. It really made an impact on my productivity and the way I enjoy my work and, at the same time, have a balance in my personal life. This guide uses a methodology that I loved, it focuses on discovering the qualities and talents that each individual has and helps us to exploit them to get the most out of them in a smarter way in our daily life. What I liked the most is that the book gives us clear and concrete examples on how to maximize effectiveness at work and to establish deeper and more meaningful relationships. I can assure you that since I read this book, I have gradually achieved success without sacrificing my well-being.

[Marina Lujan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book, in my opinion, is a crucial resource for every business owner who feels overburdened by the number of duties and obligations. It provides, among other topics, a practical and perceptive viewpoint on the importance of having an executive assistant on the team and was authored by three knowledgeable business trainers.

Superpowered states right away that many entrepreneurs burn out and lose the passion that inspired them to launch their company because they want to be in charge of every part of it. Also, it guides us on the path to maximizing productivity, reducing stress, and recovering the initial energy that prompted us to undertake. I believe that everybody working in the corporate world should read this book. I'm confident in suggesting it!

[Diana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I consider that "Superpowered" is essential reading for any entrepreneur who feels overwhelmed by the workload and wants to transform their professional life . I am an entrepreneur and one of the most complex things in my daily work life is the operational load that I have, and that is perhaps why I connected with the proposal that the authors make when they propose that every entrepreneur should have an assistant suitable executive to have a greater impact at work. The authors demonstrate how a well-trained person in this role can free the entrepreneur from tasks that do not take advantage of their true potential, and allow us to focus on our “Unique Ability” and thus achieve multiply our results. Recommended book for entrepreneurs.

[L Becerra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!

This book is the perfect guide in order to teach every entrepreneur (and in general, every worker) how to become from superstressed to Superpowered in order to maximize their own potential and their company’s productivity: it all resumes in delegating and creating a great team managing stress and creating a productive environment.
The way it is written makes this book very easy to understand, because it uses practical examples, graphs and even questions and takeaways that would help the reader apply everything he/she is learning in their daily life.
I would recommend it to anyone who wants to take its potential to another level but feels that stress can come between their path.

[S Tyty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Feeling superpowered becomes easier after reading this great guide for business people who are either just beginning with in this field or are solid and even renown entrepreneurs. This narrative applies to everyone out there!
The main core of the book lies in the fact that we can be more productive and have clarity of what we want and need without feeling stressed. And this is another important key of book which the author tackles in an exquisite manner.
The guide is easy to read and the way the author wrote this book makes the information and the strategies proposed more accessible to us.
The fact that the author included real-life experiences of other authors makes the author’s words feel closer to us.

[CarlitasFox · Rating 4 out of 5]

A helpful book
“Superpowered” is an interesting book penned by Shannon Waller, Ryan Cassin and Steve J. Neuner; they’re entrepreneurs who are willing to put into words their experience, strategies and knowledge about the business field.
Along the chapters, they explain the importance of eliminating unnecessary procedures, of setting a schedule and choosing a capable executive to make the business thrive. They also include people’s experiences that paint a clear picture to readers.
I liked it because it gives a different perspective of executives in business and the authors explain the reasons for that, in a way it’s a help for those entrepreneurs who are overwhelmed or exhausted and need a breath of fresh air. It’s a complete, practical and necessary read.

[Carlos Romero · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book appeared in my life at the right moment when I was stuck on my entrepreneurial journey. One of my mentors told me to read this book and this changed my life and my perspective. The way the authors created a comprehensive guide to enhance productivity and enjoyment of my own life is something powerful and fulfilling.
What I like the most and what I learned the most about this book is that entrepreneurs should focus on their unique ability, and what they are more skilled and passionate about, and hiring an assistant to do these operational tasks is essential to help the entrepreneur and the business grow. This book gave me a new perspective on how to use my time and my energy and I know this will do for everyone that reads it.

[Daniel Moreno · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was very happy when I finished reading this book

I was very happy when I finished reading this book, since as an employee, it is very difficult for me to achieve a balanced life. This book is the light I was looking for, since it focuses on productivity and personal happiness. Since I started reading this book, it has helped me manage my time much better and create a free space so that we can make the work space more stress-free every day and enjoy our work life. I found it to be an easy to read book; the authors really took the time to deliver a job well done and with a lot of value. I highly recommend it for people who may be having problems at work or who simply want to have a change in this place.

[Ivan M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superpowered is a book that explains in detail the strategy behind any enterprise, highlighting the importance of the executive team in the growing phase of the company. The authors combine their knowledge to deliver a step-by-step guide that considers many variables and common situations entrepreneurs encounter while building a company. They excel in analysis and encourage the reader to take the necessary risks to achieve greatness.

Overall, it was a productive read. There are so many different approaches in this area that it can be hard to navigate. This book is written simply at the beginning and then gets more technical over the pages, making it perfect for the beginner or intermediate entrepreneur/leader.

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

For the authors of this helpful book, the entrepreneurial executive assistant is the person behind the success of every company. These authors share insights, strategies, and stories that demonstrate how engaging the right assistant can be and all the benefits leaders will reap. They also share experiences, tools and how they did to resolve existing conflicts.
I consider that these three authors are super descriptive and deep when developing the topics in question. Although the book does not have many graphics, I consider that the ones presented are adequate and perfectly exemplify what the authors want to convey. I certainly recommend this book to all market leaders.

[Yolanda Gomez · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book that helped me to expand my range of knowledge, not only of business but also of tools to make my work and that of my team more efficient. In this book, you will find the knowledge of 3 great entrepreneurs who came to the same conclusion. For a company, to be successful you need to have an entrepreneurial executive assistant, this in order to not only be able to focus on doing what you know you are the best at but also can help you have better times in the office, have fun and free up your schedule a little. I loved it because the whole focus is to find a tool that helps you really focus on what makes you most powerful.

[Fanny Polchlopek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely useful.

I recently started a small business, and I feel that this book has empowered me; it revealed things that, even after years of experience, I hadn’t seen in this way. The book is a great guide to freeing yourself from things that ultimately don’t serve you in your work or business and that actually block any kind of growth.

It’s clear that power comes from knowing how to build a team, and it’s true—if you have the right resources on your side, nothing will stop you. The book has made it clear what I need to do to grow and to relieve the stress this project might cause. I’m very happy with this read.

[Camilo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!

I loved this book! I am a person who is easily hooked by the cover of a book. I think it is the letter of introduction that the author has to attract the attention of the public. Personally, I identified with her, I am in a moment in which I don't want to feel that my work is work but that I simply do what I like, and I believe that this is one of the objectives of any person. As for the book, the way it is written is very fun and easy. This book is truly an investment for the individual and I consider that reading it is simply an exercise that will bring many benefits. Highly recommended!

[Eric F · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superpowered by Cassin et al. sounds like a really interesting book! It seems like it dives deep into how AI is changing so many areas of life, from healthcare to finance and even self-driving cars. The idea of human-AI collaboration is especially fascinating because it shows how we can use AI to help us become better at things like creativity and decision-making. The book also brings up important points about the ethical side of AI, like the risks of job loss and bias in algorithms, which is something we definitely need to think about. It’s great that it talks about how we need to prepare for the future by learning new skills and understanding AI better.

[Evelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book in which the authors went to great lengths to provide a quality book, with accurate information, easy to understand, useful tips and an engaging narrative from beginning to end.
It is essential to clarify that it is not a long book and that we can read it in a very agile way; I explain this because people do not often get into certain books due to the short time they have available.
Maximizing success is now possible by understanding the role of entrepreneurial executive assistant, and the great news is that it is easy to understand it.
The examples given in the pages of this masterpiece are practical and easy to apply.

[Mariana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now that I am an entrepreneur, I have been looking for books to help me understand how to manage situations, how to be a leader and also some examples of people who have succeeded with their companies, and that's why I found this book that has a little bit of everything. The book focuses on showing you the importance of having an executive assistant so that you can focus on what makes you unique, have time that you previously thought impossible to do other things and generate a much more peaceful and fun work environment. It is a great book because it is full of real examples of what happens when you make this change and it is also full of tips and tools to improve your company.

[Almiria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superpowered, by authors Waller, Cassin and Neuner, is all about finding your freedom and joy in life and in your business by employing a suitable entrepreneurial executive assistant. The structure of this book is clear and concise. What I really appreciate about these authors is that they make their material so easy to comprehend. By the time you have finished reading this guidebook you will know how to find the time you thought you no longer had. I recommend this book to anyone who has a business and needs to free themselves of unnecessary duties. Finding the right executive assistant is crucial and this book will show you how to do just that.

[Gianfranco · Rating 5 out of 5]

Too little thought and too important

Ultimately, there is something that few see in resounding success and that is having the right team or support. Well these three successful writers show us in the clearest way the importance of having an assistant at higher levels than the regular, a figure you trust that allows you to optimize your time and start dedicating yourself to the strategic, to what will lead you to the true power of development.
The book invites to an awakening, to stop thinking that you have to always sacrifice yourself alone and by yourself to reach the top, on the contrary, you must be practical and use the best springboards to climb. Excellent book.

[Brenda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Personally, this book came at the right time. Burnout is really common and as an entrepreneur it is hard to work when the mind is just giving up with too many responsibilities. This book helped a lot to bring clarity and learn about how to rely on other people to not have all the weight of the business. I think it is really good the advice the book has about paying attention to the strength one has and then with the rest of the things that we struggle with, bring another person to help deal with that.

Overall, I think it was a really good read. For those struggling, this is a great book to start with.