Being a PA or EA can often feel like a very individual role – and many companies only keep one PA even as they grow and scale up. You’re likely the person everyone turns to for answers while having very few people who understand what your day-to-day work actually involves. This is why joining a […]

Not every Personal Assistant interview is ever the same, however there are certain things the hiring managers always ask about. PA interviews usually dig deep into your organisational capabilities, communication and stakeholder management skills, and focus on how you act under pressure. You’ll be expected to be computer literate and know some basic tools and […]

At Eurostar, we’re continuing to develop our offer for businesses, making it easier for companies to manage their travel, access benefits and connect to our network. From our Eurostar for Business platform and corporate programme to our expanding range of distribution solutions, we’re investing in tools and services designed to support businesses and their travellers. […]

Finding the right venue can be one of the biggest challenges facing PAs, EAs and corporate event organisers. Accessibility, flexibility, character and value all need to align, whether you’re planning a board meeting, conference, networking event, awards ceremony or client reception. The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea offers three distinctive event venues, each delivering […]

Managing business travel is not easy and can involve a lot of moving parts. Flights, trains, hotels, transfers, meeting locations, time zones and last-minute changes all need to fit together, often around an executive’s packed diary and personal preferences. EAs and PAs therefore look for any help they can get to make booking trips for […]

Scheduling a meeting for your team mates or delegates should be simple. But in reality, it can involve multiple emails, conflicting commitments and attendees based in different time zones. For PAs and EAs managing busy diaries, that can quickly become another time-consuming task. The right meeting scheduling tools can take much of this work off […]

As you might know, the roles of Personal Assistants and Executive Assistants can look remarkably similar on paper, and the difference isn’t always as simple as seniority. So what really sets the two roles – PA and EA – apart? The key differences between the two roles are usually the level of responsibility, decision-making, stakeholder […]

From managing busy diaries and coordinating meetings to tracking expenses and keeping on top of competing priorities, technology plays a huge role in the modern EA’s day-to-day work. The best tools for executive assistants can take repetitive admin off your plate, reduce time spent chasing information and leave you with more time for the work […]

We’re in the full swing of the last quarter, and it’s only going to get busier. Hectic periods are part of the EA role – year-end reviews, conference season, board meetings, events, executive travel, office moves – you know the drill. The issue isn’t necessarily having one busy week. It’s when the pressure becomes constant […]

Our latest FAM trip took 12 EAs, PAs and Office Managers to the charming Jubilee Market Hall in Covent Garden, where we got into the Christmas spirit with a fun and slightly unusual workshop creating LEGO® Christmas baubles – yes, in September! Over just two hours, our host Camilla, owner and founder of Figiverse, helped […]

Moving from Personal Assistant to Executive Assistant is a natural next step for many experienced PAs. The move from PA to EA is often about demonstrating that you can operate at a more strategic level, make decisions independently and understand the wider business – not just keep a busy executive’s diary under control. So, how do […]

Planning a conference or business event in Manchester? UK’s second largest city offers a huge choice of spaces, from large-scale conference centres and purpose-built event venues to hotels, cultural spaces and more unusual settings. For PAs and EAs, having plenty of choice is useful, but it can also make the decision more difficult. The right […]

Planning a conference or big company meeting up North? Looking for a venue that will make a lasting impression and tick all the boxes? Leeds, with its diverse economy is an excellent location to host a conference. With good transport links, a thriving business scene and a wide range of flexible venues, the city has […]

From sharing the vision behind your brief to being open to new ideas, there’s plenty PAs and EAs can do to make the venue-sourcing process smoother and more effective. In our conversation with Gisella Fiorani, the Director of Sales at Hyatt Place London City East, we explore the growing shift towards experience-led events, why flexibility […]

Buying gifts for colleagues, founders or clients becomes increasingly difficult as the number of recipients grows. Tracking addresses, preferences, budgets, deliveries and individual gifts can quickly become time-consuming. That’s where a corporate gifting platform comes into play. When does corporate gifting become difficult to manage? Sending a handful of gifts is relatively straightforward. Once the […]

Organising a company Christmas party involves more than choosing the venue, planning the menu and ordering the drinks. A Christmas party risk assessment is an important part of the planning process, helping PAs and EAs identify potential risks and put sensible measures in place to keep everyone safe. From venue safety and alcohol-related risks to […]

As an EA or PA, you already know that finding the right meeting space is not just about finding a room that fits the number of your guests. Location, privacy, equipment, technology and catering all play an important part when choosing a place to hold a company event. Whether you’re organising a small leadership meeting, […]

When arranging VIP travel, every detail matters. The journey should feel effortless from the moment the passenger leaves their front door to their arrival at the destination. Private aviation allows PAs to create a seamless experience and manage every element with confidence.  The trip starts with selecting the right aircraft. Light jets are ideal for short […]