The best Executive Assistants I know don’t wait to be asked says Nicholas Barnard, Board EA & Operations at PrettyGreen.   The best EAs don’t wait to be asked – they spot opportunities, question the way things are done and look for ways to make things better. For Nicholas Barnard, Board EA & Operations at PrettyGreen, this means looking beyond […]

The Eastside Rooms has been named Best Venue at the Memcom Excellence Awards 2026 for the second year running, building on its commitment to helping associations and membership organisations deliver inclusive, successful events. Located in Birmingham’s Knowledge Quarter, The Eastside Rooms is an award-winning conference and events venue designed for everything from intimate meetings to […]

Shelley Fishel, The MS Office Maestro, trains EAs and PAs in Microsoft 365 and Copilot. She is also a sought-after speaker and author of 48 books which have sold over 2.5 million copies. She gives us a reassuring summary of the irreplaceable value of great assistants when we are using AI tools such as Copilot… […]

When planning a successful event, organisers must consider several key factors, including accessibility, catering quality, technology capabilities, and sustainability credentials. Woburn House Conference Centre aims to deliver on all these elements, creating a strong foundation for successful events. Location Located within walking distance of Euston Station in central London, Woburn House Conference Centre offers flexible […]

This year’s theme for Black History Month is Honouring Our Communities, shining a light on the people, achievements and contributions that have helped shape Black communities in the UK and beyond. Black History Month is an annual celebration that recognises Black history, culture, achievements and contributions, while creating opportunities to learn and reflect. But it […]

When you’ve spent hours putting together an event brief, the last thing you might expect is for your production partner to start questioning it. But according to Paul Nicholls, Creative Director at Branchout productions, some of the most valuable conversations happen before anybody starts building a quote.  For busy PAs, EAs and event organisers, getting an event […]

Planning an unforgettable corporate event starts with choosing a venue that blends inspiration, luxury, and seamless functionality. Situated on the idyllic border of Hertfordshire and Essex, Down Hall Hotel, Spa and Estate offers an extraordinary backdrop for residential conferences, team-building retreats, high-level board meetings, and product launches. When booking through our team, PAs and executive […]

PA Life sat down with Oksana Gabriel whose career progression has been phenomenal – she jumped from her first position as a junior assistant to an Office Manager in less than five years… Your strong event management skills and experience won you the Event Organiser Star 2025 award. Congratulations! Has this recognition made an impact […]

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 […]