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. The PA Profile is a core feature in each PA Life issue, and it’s a real pleasure to share the career stories […]

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 […]

Lime Venue Portfolio will unveil what the future of meetings and events could look like at The Meetings Show later this month. Following over six months of research, focus groups and insight from over 60 sources, the brand will share a highly visual new look of the Meeting of the Future. Their research has been […]

UK event and venue-booking platform, Hire Space, has promised to revolutionise the way that meetings, private dining events, and office parties are booked with new instant venue-booking technology that allows PAs tasked with organising events to book venues online in minutes.   The company, which was the first platform in the UK to allow event bookers […]

Naava’s first-ever sustainability report outlines the company’s sustainability strategy, emissions, and handprint. The CEO of the Finnish indoor nature technology company emphases the emergence of the hybrid office as an important business driver. This is an important factor for Naava to sustainably support the modern office as a desirable destination for employees, making it a […]

The growth of home and hybrid working in recent years has reinforced the importance of team building. Companies are experiencing a real need to bring people together in a way that forges meaningful connections and strengthens their ability to work effectively together on a more remote basis. And yet, in the current financial climate PAs […]

Michelle Obama’s former Special Assistant and Director of Travel during the Obama Presidency, Chynna Clayton, is now the Founder and Consultant at Matriarch Made Development.  Chynna helps organisations nurture their Executive and Personal Assistants’ talents.  We spoke to Chynna about her experiences at the White House, her new chapter as a consultant and her upcoming […]

One supplier, multiple benefits. That’s what you can get when you work with just one agency who covers both your organisation’s corporate travel management and it’s meeting, event and incentive needs.   What are the benefits of consolidating corporate travel and event spend? Saves time    Your time is valuable and managing corporate travel and events […]