According to a recent survey, 65% of people felt imposter syndrome during their most recent onboarding process. Whether you are starting a new career or well established in your industry, getting to grips with a new workplace and team can be a struggle, especially when new lingo comes into play.ย With that in mind, the experts […]
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โTis (almost!) the Season: Top venues to book now for your Christmas celebrations
The countdown to your corporate Christmas party is now well underway. There is still time to deliver a great celebration for your teams or friends and family, but hurry! Our selection of top venues to book for your Christmas celebrations will get you well under way in your prep… See which top venues to book […]
You canโt out-yoga a bad boss: How to get leadership buy-in for wellbeing
Have you been tasked with creating a wellness strategy, or are you taking the initiative yourself, but not sure where to start? Mesi Balog, Workplace Wellbeing Consultant and Founder of Treat Your Staff, shares her step-by-step guide for EAs and PAs in creating a cohesive and sustainable business case, and getting that crucial leadership buy-in […]
Business travel programme optimisation: 7 Steps to getting it right
Optimising a business travel programme isnโt merely about cutting costs; it involves creating a balance between cost control, traveller wellbeing and policy compliance while adapting to emerging demands like sustainability and flexibility. Whether refining an existing programme or launching a new one, data is the key to success.ย Without a comprehensive understanding of travel data, […]
Wogan House: Redefining a legacy in modern workspaceย ย
At the border of Marylebone and Fitzrovia, a new chapter in the history of Wogan House is being written by Landmark… ย Once home to the BBC, the building is now set to host a premium flexible workspace, designed to meet the demands of todayโs professionals. Landmark Space has brought new life into this legendary […]
Hotel review: PA Life checked into Hotel Indigo York
PA Life enjoyed a lovely autumn visit to York and stayed at the charming boutique hotel, Hotel Indigo York, in the center of the city… York is a vibrant and historic city to visit, whether for business or leisure. If you can, do plan to fit in plenty of time for the latter if you […]
How to resolve conflict with PA/EA colleagues you donโt get along with, or who see you as competition?
The Winter Issue 2024 Ask Abi column by Abigail Jones, a career EA, answers burning questions relating to the Assistantsโ careers and roles sent to us by our readers. Abi currently works at Spotify and also provides professional coaching and mentoring to individuals and corporate groups. This time she addresses the question on how to […]
Top tips to keep your meetings on track
You donโt need us to tell you how much work goes into organising in-person meetings as an Executive Assistant (EA) or meeting planner. Nikki Stimson from TROOP shares great tips on how to keep your meetings on track… Organising and running a meeting that is thoughtful, purposeful, and efficient takes time and skill, especially one […]
Your Event Solutions joins PA Life Christmas Party & Star Awards as an Event Partner
The PA Life Christmas Party & Star Awards 2024 is just two weeks away, on November 19th. We are excited to welcome Your Event Solutions as an Event Partner, helping us make the party the best festive celebration for the PA community… This year’s event will be co-hosted at the fantastic Brazilian-themed Maroto Club Lounge […]
Five easy ways to elevate your Corporate Christmas Party with the event planners at Vine Hotels
The Corporate Christmas Party is a highly anticipated calendar momentโ a seasonal soiree that brings together the entire team, celebrates achievements, and boosts morale. The task of organising this often falls to PAs, and it can feel like a big responsibility to get it right. This year we have found some expert helpers!… Weโve tapped […]
Ramp up corporate hospitality in 2025
2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for PAs and EAs looking to create memorable experiences for their organisations. We’ve put together a top list of options for corporate hospitality events in 2025… Corporate hospitality has long been a valuable tool for building relationships, rewarding employees, and entertaining clients. With a wide array […]
PA Profile: Amanda Redfern EA to CEO, London Market Division, Odyssey Group
PA Life Winter Issue 2024 features Amanda Redfern, EA to Chief Executive, London Market Division, Odyssey Group as our PA Profile… Amanda has proven to be highly motivated, organised and capable of working to tight deadlines over the past ten years that sheโs been in an assistant role. She thrives under pressure, yet maintains a […]
Five CoPilot prompts to make an Assistantโs life easier
In todayโs fast-paced world, being a Personal Assistant means juggling numerous tasks, managing schedules, and ensuring everything runs smoothly. Itโs a role that demands precision, organisation, and a lot of time. But what if there was a way to make your life easier and give you back precious hours to focus on other projects or […]
November competition: win a Signature gift hamper from WellBox
Our November competition prize is a delicious treat for the winner. We’ve teamed up with the lovely people at WellBox – the company behind simple business gifting with impact. Each gift sent also benefits those in need with a donation made on your behalf through their charity partners. You can win a Signature gift hamper […]
Plan the perfect Corporate Christmas Party: A comprehensive guide for PAs & Event Plannersย
Halloween is over and half-term is ticked off the to-do list. The festive season is just around the corner, and itโs time to start thinking about how to make your Christmas party a vibe! “We understand that work events need to be a perfect blend of creativity, fun and professionalism. Thatโs why we have compiled […]
Announcing the PA Life Star Awards 2024 finalists
The wait is over! We are excited to announce who made the highly contested PA Life Star Awards 2024 finalists in the eight categories of our PA awardsโฆ Our annual PA awards were once again much contested within the PA community. We invited every amazing PA, EA, VA and Office Manager to enter and canโt […]
Introducing Pure Food for Business: inspiring food for your meeting, event or team
Whether itโs your weekly breakfast for the team, a show-stopping buffet for that all-important client pitch or feeding the masses at your AGM, London healthy food chain Pure, has all your needs covered by catering with inspiring food. Freshly made, beautifully presented, delicious food for breakfast and lunch. Order by 5pm for next day delivery. […]
Finding your voice in 2025: Confidence and self-esteem start with speaking up
Hey everyone! We’d like to introduce you to Nick Elston, a Keynote, Conference & Event Speaker, Transformational Speaking Coach,ย Lecturer on the Lived Experience of Mental Health and Founder of Forging People, and these are just some of his achievements. As we head toward a new year Nick will talk about a topic thatโs close […]