First thing you need to do is to get to know him on a personal level. Wife, kids, likes, dislikes....it will make you feel a lot more comfortable.

First of all, breath and remember you're both professionals at what you do. Focus on what the purpose of your meeting with him/her is and really listen to what's being said. Take notes and think about how you can help and anticipate what his/her needs may be or may develop relative to the topic being discussed. Offer suggestions and ask questions. If you need to, reiterate what you think you're being asked to do. You'll do great!

I am the Exec. Admin. to the General Manager of our company. Fortunately I have a wonderful boss and have never felt intimidated. But, I work with several other Exec. Admins who are in your place - first time working for an executive. I have told each of them that you have to see your boss a person. When I meet with mine, I always take pen and pad. If I have time prior to the meeting, I jot down the items I would like to cover. I also have the pad/pen ready for any items that I have to follow up on. I also take my calendar with me to the meeting. This way, if he schedules anything I haven't added to the calendar, I have the opportunity to add that to his schedule. The bottom line for me is to be prepared! Go in there with your mind set to the idea that you are prepared. He hired you because he saw something in you he like and your skill set was what he needed for the position. Confidence is something that time resolves between Admin and Exec. and I think you probably have to give yourself time. I also think an occasional lunch together is great for learning one another. You might suggest that on a regular basis. It allows you to talk of other things besides work and get to know each other - you might offer to treat! Good luck!

First off, you need to remember, you were selected for this job for a reason - that you have the skill set and the professionalism to succeed. Self-confidence speaks loads about a person and it sounds like you just need to believe in yourself. You are a capable, smart person and will be instrumental in your VP's success - keep telling yourself that. He puts his pants on the same as everyone else - Gamehen is right about just seeing him as a person. You'll do great!