Venue Search London and the London Christmas Party Show have just published the results of their recent survey of over 160 corporate event buyers, revealing the changing trends and plans for companies’ 2023 end-of year celebrations. The Venue Search London Team will be presenting the key findings at their popular seminars at next month’s Show, […]

Venues of Excellence (VOE), the UK’s leading collection of independent venues has seen fantastic growth over the past year introducing thirteen new venues to the consortium, with a 94% retention in its current membership. The latest venues which offer customers a wide range of venue styles and locations include: Horwood House, IXL Centre, Old Thorns […]

AI is going to impact your life significantly and soon. ChatGPT is just one recent manifestation which has ignited a user take-up rate far exceeding expectations, with others in close pursuit. The World Economic Forum says a quarter of jobs will be impacted over just the next five years as a result of technology and […]

Workplace communication statistics show that 86% of employees and executives cite the lack of effective collaboration and communication as the main causes of workplace failures. Sometimes, rather than having what might feel like a difficult conversation, we walk away and don’t speak honestly or express our wishes. Sara Hope, the Co-Author of Conversational Wisdom (out […]

One-to-one, and totally free learning from an experienced peer is a golden opportunity for our members to advance their skills and gain confidence. We welcome any member to apply to be a mentee. Ideal for those relatively new to the Assistant or Office Manager role who are looking for career or task specific advice from […]

Sheffield’s premier conference and events venue, the Mosborough Hall Hotel, has launched a brand new mocktail menu this week, in response to a massive upturn in demand for low or no alcohol drinks at its corporate events. The Hotel has developed the more enticing, imaginative non-alcohol drinks menu as part of a range of options […]

Working during the summer can be tough. Feeling caged in the office whilst the sun is blazing? I hear you says Lucy Eden, founder of Be In Your Element, a corporate wellness events company. Lucy shares some of her favourite ways in for making the most of the summer. Our health and wellbeing at work […]

Need help getting your colleagues from A to B? Want to avoid the travel chaos during the proposed rail strikes throughout July? minicabit is the UK’s largest cab network, enabling you and your colleagues to easily book cab travel online in over 550 towns & cities UK wide. No more juggling different cab suppliers and […]

Final preparations for The Meetings Show 2023 are now in full swing, with thousands of visitors expected to attend the two-day event at ExCeL London on 28-29 June. But with so much to see and do, knowing where to start can feel a little bit overwhelming. That’s why it’s important to plan your visit properly […]

Our Editor had the pleasure of sitting down with Hannah Houston-Banks, an Executive Assistant at Associated British Foods, to discuss her role at a company behind many beloved British food and retail brands. We invite Senior EAs and PAs such as Hannah to feature in our PA Profile. What life and career choices and milestones […]

PA life summer print issue is now out and is being delivered to offices and home desks at the moment. If you are not on our mailing list, or can’t wait for your copy, you can read the digital version here. We’ve given the pagination a reshuffle, bringing the PA Life Club pages right to […]

PA Life talked to Charlie Wilcox, Deputy Director of Charter at ACC Aviation about what you need to know about private jet charter. I joined the company last year in May. For over 16 years, I have worked for a number of aviation companies within the logistics and air charter sector. Aviation is my passion, […]

A recent report found that over 80% of people feel distracted while at work, and, whether it’s because of the chatty co-workers, or due to the phone notifications popping onto the screen, workplace distractions can contribute to making employees enjoy their job less. With UK Google searches for ‘free ADHD tests for adults’ also rising […]

Emirates Old Trafford has announced the up-and-coming launch of its new hotel extension and event space later this year, which will complete the £75 million redevelopment over the past 15 years into a world class multi-purpose venue, based in Manchester. The latest new development at Emirates Old Trafford will be the extension of the venue’s […]

Our Editor checked into InterContinental Lisbon for a weekend break. June is a great time to visit Lisbon as it’s the month of Santo Antonio Festival, also known as Sardine Festival. There was also another reason for Marja-Leena to visit the Hotel Intercontinental Lisbon and that was to meet with Maarten Drenth, Area General Manager […]

Private business air charter offers many advantages that significantly enhance your business travel experience. From saving valuable time to providing flexibility, convenience, and personalised services, private jet hire is designed to meet the unique needs of business travellers. Here are five benefits of private jet hire for business trips 1.TIME SAVING  One of the most significant […]

PA Life asked Adam Fidler, who specialises in the education of EAs, to clarify what the difference between an EA and PA role is. I have written extensively about the differences, and similarities, between the role of Personal Assistant (PA) and Executive Assistant (EA). This brief article will help current job-holders, as well as employers, […]

In an era of rapid technological advancements and shifting workplace dynamics, the role of the Personal Assistant has undergone a remarkable evolution. From being administrative support to becoming indispensable strategic partners, Personal Assistants have adapted to the changing landscape, embracing new technologies and expanding their skill sets. In this article, we will delve into the […]