We talk to Lindsay Taylor, co-founder and director at Your Excellency Limited, about what she means by Executive Presence… Executive presence is no longer a “nice to have” for Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants. It’s a core professional capability. As the strategic partner to senior leaders, your presence influences how you are perceived, how effectively […]

Family changes can arrive quickly and disrupt even well-managed schedules. Work does not pause, and expectations rarely shift at the same pace as personal circumstances. Meetings still need preparation, and deadlines continue to move forward. That tension can feel difficult to manage when responsibilities at home begin to change at the same time… A steadier […]

There is still time to get your Easter orders in to treat your teams and family! For this Easter, The Clink Bakery has launched two new seasonal products: Crème Egg Brownies and Mini Egg Cookies, handmade by students at HMP Brixton. Purchasing treats from Clink is socially conscious gifting at Easter that everyone will appreciate… […]

PA Life checked into the historic De Vere Wokefield Estate, located in 250-acres of Berkshire parkland, and dating back to the 16th century. Today, the estate also includes a contemporary conference centre hosting corporate events, conferences, team-building programmes as well as beautiful accommodation and even an 18-hole championship golf course… It was easy and quick […]

As many as one in three neurodivergent workers feel that their event needs are not catered for well enough. New research from Center Parcs Conferences & Events released to mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week (16-20 March), shows that the appetite for work events among neurodivergent employees is strong and growing, but more needs to be done to […]

As part of our Spring Issue’s Meet in Europe feature, our Editor checked into the five-star Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, a modern Venetian masterpiece. It offers luxury for both leisure and business travellers, and has been awarded the covered title of Europe’s Leading Conference Hotel every year since 2013…   Hilton Molino Stucky Venice has been […]

Leadership turnover has reduced significantly, dropping from 43% to 19% year-on-year, the most significant shift in years. We bring you new research released today by LHH’s (part of the Adecco Group) in the 2026 View from the C-Suite report… Lack of AI skills is identified as the number 1 executive skill gap, with confidence in […]

In PA Life magazine’s Inside the Role column we report real life workplace stories and lessons from EAs and PAs. One of the most challenging scenarios inside the EA role is your professionalism is tested, requiring great judgment and self-trust to resolve the situation… Here, a senior EA shares her experience, and how she managed […]

PA Life talks to Free Spirit, a luxury wellness brand, about their fresh approach to creating bespoke experiences designed to support physical wellbeing, mental clarity and stronger team performance. The team at Free Spirit is well positioned to impress executives and busy teams with their expert practitioners in yoga, fitness, breathwork and mindset alongside increasingly […]

We are very much looking forward to the next PA Life Leading Venues of London SHOWCASE on Tuesday 28 April. If you haven’t registered for your place yet, read on to see why this exciting networking SHOWCASE needs to be in every EA’s, PA’s, Event Organiser’s, HR Professional’s and event agency professional’s calendar. The host […]

PA Life is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year – you may have notice our shiny new logo already. It’s been a colourful decade and a half, and we’ve been evolving whilst supporting the ever-changing role of assistants. To mark the year, we are featuring 15 amazing assistants, starting with Nicholas Barnard, EA at PrettyGreen, […]

What’s the most memorable aspect from the recent event you attended? For many it’s food. It’s no wonder then that remains on the top of the list for most powerful and influential experiences, according to new research by Lime Venue Portfolio… The Big Event Food Survey reveals that, on average, food now accounts for 45% […]

It doesn’t come as a surprise to the Office Managers and executive support professionals to hear that a large number of UK offices, as many as half in fact, have outdated design that’s unfit to the modern workplace.  Poor workplace design is adding to poor productivity, according to new industry insight… Outdated layouts, harsh lighting […]

Managing group travel can sometimes feel like trying to organise a school trip for very busy adults. Different schedules, different preferences and endless bookings can quickly turn into a logistical puzzle. Group charter takes away most of the hassle and replaces it with a much smoother experience… The biggest advantage is the ability to control […]

Communication sits at the centre of your role as a PA or EA. You will coordinate schedules, pass information between teams, and respond to requests from several directions throughout the day. When your communication is clear, work moves faster, and confusion is reduced. Small adjustments to how you communicate can make a noticeable difference. Clear […]

To mark International Women’s Day, and Women’s History Month, we talk to Caroline Dyos, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn London Shepperton. Fitting the theme of the month, Women Leading Change, Caroline leads the sales function for both the hotel and the standalone event space, Storyboard at Shepperton with 18 years of hospitality and event […]

The finalists have been announced for the inaugural Christmas Party Awards, a brand-new industry event celebrating the venues, suppliers and experiences that deliver London’s most memorable corporate Christmas parties. Taking place ON Thursday 19th March at the iconic ODEON Leicester Square and Albert’s Schloss London, the awards will bring together leading venues, caterers, event agencies […]

As World Sleep Day approaches on 13 March 2026, employers may want to ask a simple but powerful question: Are our people tired – or are they exhausted? Thomas Martin, Senior Employee Benefits Consultant lifts the covers on sleep deprivation as a workplace risk we are not talking about… Sleep is often treated as a personal […]