“Good Assistants and Bad Assistants” by Dag Heward-Mills is a compelling exploration of the qualities that distinguish effective assistants from ineffective ones. Heward-Mills outlines key attributes such as loyalty, humility, and initiative that contribute to a good assistant, contrasting them with traits like laziness and disloyalty that characterize bad assistants. Through practical examples and insightful anecdotes, the book offers valuable guidance for both assistants seeking to excel in their roles and leaders aiming to cultivate a supportive team.