A group of PA Life Club members spent a truly wonderful afternoon as guests of Leeds Castle in Kent exploring the varied spaces and styles in which to host memorable corporate events in this historic setting… The 900 year old Leeds Castle is steeped in glamorous history filled with strong and visionary women. It is […]

Sarah Dennis, head of international for Everywhen talks about the importance of employee happiness in achieving desired success in work assignments overseas. Working with employees who are based abroad is often part of an EAs and PAs role, it’s therefore important to know how best to support their wellbeing and happiness… Health and wellbeing support […]

PA Life congratulates the founders of Manchester PA Network – Amanda Hargreaves and Melanie Sheehy – who, in response to lack of networking groups for the assistant community outside of London, set up their own network 15 years ago… It started as a single networking event with just 50 curious people in 2011. Today the […]

PA Life hears from Tash Stone, National Business Development Manager, The Jockey Club Venues, about a hot topic of how the changing delegate behaviour is re-shaping the corporate events landscape…   Delegate behaviour is changing Why is that important? The business events industry generated an estimated £19.3billion in direct expenditure in 2024, with more than […]

In PA Life’s Amazing Assistant series, we speak next to Yeang Nicholson, EA to CMO at Control Risks in London. We have chosen 15 outstanding assistants to mark each year in PA Life’s successful run so far… How and when did you first learn about PA Life? I can’t recall exactly, but I believe I […]

PA Life takes its picks of the hottest restaurant openings in London this summer. EAs and PAs are in charge of finding the best places to book for their executives and clients dinner, lunching and small celebrations. We feel confident that our selection below is worthy an inclusion in your ‘little black book’ of great […]

Our Editor talks to Millie Elston, Head of Events at a luxury, London-based event agency Word on the Street about the benefits an agency can bring to EAs, PAs and other event organisers. Millie brings valuable  experience from the supplier side to her agency role having worked in an event catering business previously.  How has […]

Executives often spend a large portion of their week travelling which is not ideal for productivity. Between airport queues, delays and limited privacy, commercial flying can turn even the most organised executive schedules into chaos. Private jet travel, however, offers a smarter way to make the most of time in the air and helps PAs […]

A new study reveals that employers are actively prioritising core human skills, including AI literacy, digital literacy, and confidence. EAs, PAs and other business support professionals are required to be strong on human skills, such as interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, ability to plan and organise, and how need to master AI literacy too… A new […]

Corporate events have evolved. Gone are the days of uninspired venues, forgettable catering and predictable formats. Today, they are powerful tools – designed to engage, inspire and leave a lasting impression. How can EAs, PAs and other event organisers maximise the impact of their corporate events? Word on the Street – a leading event agency […]

PA Life Club’s FAM Trip last week was a wonderful introduction to one of Bloomsbury’s deluxe hotels, the Radisson Blu Bloomsbury. The stylish event spaces, beautifully refurbished bedrooms, and the Bloomsbury Street Kitchen were an absolute delight to visit, made all the more memorable by the warm hospitality we received from the venue team… The […]

As businesses rethink how they bring people together, Caroline Dyos, Director of Sales at Storyboard at Shepperton, shares why adaptable venues, outdoor spaces and a collaborative approach are becoming essential for successful corporate events. The days of one-size-fits-all corporate events are firmly behind us Whether it’s a leadership conference, company away day, product launch or […]

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 […]