CHS Manchester has announced Manchester Central as the host and sponsor of ‘Manchester Calling’, the official curtain-raiser on 29 September, ahead of the main show day the next day… Over 500 event professionals – including EAs, PAS and VAs are expected attend the AO Arena. Visitors will have a chance to meet over 250 UK […]

What’s your involvement as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Office Manager in organising and encouraging an uptake in workplace volunteering within your organisation? This requires often a lot of cross departmental logistics, communication with charities, and coordinating employee participation. EAs and PAs are often at the centre of these events which align with Corporate […]

PA Life Club members enjoyed an exclusive evening on 18 June at the Bodleian Library and Ashmolean Museum. We had a chance to explore how these iconic buildings in Oxford can serve as stunning venues for corporate events and celebrations… Our FAM Trip to Oxford’s finest historic venues started at the Bodleian Library The evening […]

PA Life talks to three leading coaches and trainers specialising in developing the Executive Assistant profession, and with it the perception of the role. We have listed these top players below in alphabetical order… Meet the leading coaches and trainers for Executive Assistants: Emily Partridge, Creator and Managing Director at eavolve eavolve is recognised as […]

We all have experienced a time when we hear a voice telling us our goals are impossible, or even worse, unimportant. These thoughts might come from doom scrolling online then turn into an inner voice that we need to silence rather than amplify. Bose Akadiri, author of the Joy Amplifier, shares three ways that you […]

🎉It’s time to reveal our July competition prize! One lucky reader will win a visit to the historic Cutty Sark in Greenwich with a sumptuous afternoon tea for two at this famous museum setting. As one of London’s most iconic event venues, Cutty Sark offers a truly unforgettable experience both as a museum attraction and […]

Finding the right venue, supplier or business partner isn’t always easy. Whether you’re planning corporate events, sourcing new hospitality partners or expanding your professional network, making the right connections can save valuable time and lead to better business outcomes. That’s where The Midlands Mixer by PA Life, comes in… We are exciting to launch the […]

Experienced professionals are choosing franchising over traditional careers. How much does the current employment market for EA, PA and Office Manager roles influence the move to start up on your own as a VA? PA Life hears from Lisa Keefe, a former legal department head, who’s joined a growing franchise network as demand for flexible […]

Wotton House is amongst the top rated country house hotels in Surrey. Located in the stunning Surrey Hills area, in Dorking, with history stretching back to the 16th century. It makes a great place for corporate away days and retreats as well as for an escape to the countryside. PA Life’s Editor was excited to […]

For senior Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants and corporate bookers, finding trusted suppliers can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Endless online research, crowded exhibitions and sales pitches rarely deliver the quality conversations or meaningful partnerships that busy professionals actually need… That’s exactly why the PA Life Summit has become one of […]

As the summer events season gets underway, De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, located a stone’s throw from Covent Garden, has launched The Terrace Club. It’s a great space for EAs, PAs and other event organisers to extend the delegate experience beyond the meeting room… Located on the top floor of De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, […]

If you are a PA or Office Manager, looking after employees in a busy office, you know how much time goes into keeping the office pantry running. It sounds simple, but it rarely is. One person wants dairy-free options, another is strictly gluten-free, and someone else is cutting down on processed sugar. You find yourself ordering from multiple websites, tracking deliveries, and reading the back of crisp packets just to ensure […]

Storey Club at 4 Kingdom Street is the meeting hub for Paddington Central. Designed to maximise light, space and collaboration, it offers an immediate sense of character and calm that reflects the unique appeal of the neighbourhood. Surrounded by canal side views and just moments from the effortless connectivity of Paddington Station, the space blends […]

London Transport Museum has announced an ambitious transformation of its iconic Covent Garden home ahead of the Museum’s 50th anniversary in 2030. The museum is already popular with EAs, PAs and other corporate event organisers looking for a memorable backdrop for dinners, award ceremonies, product launches and celebrations in an unbeatable central London location… The […]

ABBA have created the kind of concert they always dreamed of—performing for their fans at their very best as digital versions of themselves backed by today’s finest musicians. The unique performance makes a great outing, and one for EAs and PAs to take teams and clients to… Blending cutting-edge creativity, spectacular lighting, and some of the […]

Jonny Phillips, Managing Director at Strive Training discusses the biggest myths about older workers and AI. This is highly relevant for the business support profession as technology plays an ever increasing role in the managing tasks… While AI’s impact on the workplace has dominated headlines in recent years, much of the public conversation has focused […]

Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants handling travel bookings need to know the latest developments on how best to manage business travel requirements. Mobile travel booking apps may have had their ‘heyday’, for now, as multiple payment options and virtual credit cards are growing in popularity… EAs and PAs attending TravelTech Show and the Business Travel Show […]

EAs and PAs responsible for travel bookings and management within their organisations should pay attention to the CTM Travel Programme Maturity Index. This is launching exclusively at Business Travel Show Europe this Wednesday, and shows that European travel programmes are more mature than their global counterparts. The UK specifically signals stronger strategic capacity… See the […]