With a growing number of assistants deciding to set up on their own as VAs, working remotely from your boss is becoming increasingly common. Here are a few pointers to follow to make a long-distance professional relationship work. First off, remember there’s little about working face to face that you can’t replicate online or on […]
At PA Life we’re devoted to bringing you the very latest news, tips, advice and recommendations on a whole smorgasbord of topics that we hope are of interest to you in your professional lives. Since our most popular stories seem to be those that provide suggestions on how to engender a better working relationship with […]
A new study shows employees across the UK have been committing astonishing acts of revenge on their colleagues and customers. From harmless pranks to stunts that cross the line of legality, anonymous workers have confessed their sins in a tell-all survey. The research, conducted by national health and safety consultancy protecting.co.uk, compiles a list of […]
Funky new venues are all very well, but sometimes it’s nice to go to a place that has a bit of character. That’s why I was very pleased to accept an invitation to the PA Life Club’s dinner at the impressive One Moorgate Place. Conveniently located by Moorgate tube and within easy walking distance of […]
Personal assistants write hundreds of emails to their bosses every week and often correspond with clients on their manager’s behalf. If the goal of a message is to inspire someone to take action it’s important to focus on the psychology of the reader. Here are some tips for writing more effective emails. Consider the circumstances […]
Creating the perfect work-life balance is a great way to reduce your stress levels and increase productivity, both in the office and at home. Carole Spiers offers some handy hints for getting it right What is a work-life balance?Many people never truly leave their work; it’s often still in their heads when they arrive home. […]
Sewing your boss’s trousers. Not exactly the kind of daily duty you’d expect today’s high-flying PAs to be doing. But is there anything they can do about it? In a recent survey, recruitment company Crone Corkill revealed the extent of the problem. Despite executive assistants being hired for their secretarial and organisational abilities, almost half […]
It’s not always easy to find the time to take a moment away from your desk to stretch, but research shows that it could be one of the most important steps toward better health. Even spending an hour at the gym each day may not be enough to keep the doctor away. UK Health Ministers […]
Delegates at this year’s EXECSec Summit will be able to pick up some vital tips to help them do their jobs more effectively, including maximising their brainpower, becoming a PA brand ambassador and setting boundaries in the workplace. Author and international trainer Sue France kicks off the proceedings with a presentation on neuroscience that looks […]
We all know that having strong team and work relationships makes your job more enjoyable. One particularly rewarding aspect of a team situation can be the opportunity to coach. The ability to unlock a person’s potential to maximise their own performance through guiding rather than teaching is an excellent skill to develop. Whether you are […]
As many as 83% of business travellers use time on their trip to explore the city they’re visiting. Nearly half of them (46%) add personal travel days to business trips every time they go away. In its report on the “bleisure” market, (leisure and business travel combined) serviced apartment operator BridgeStreet Global Hospitality reveals that […]
It’s not just our bodies that we need to exercise to keep us fit and healthy – our brains too should be treated to a regular workout in the form of meditation and mindfulness if we are to harness our full potential, says Sue France The brain is a fascinating subject and the development of […]
With spring in the air, now is the perfect time to think of taking a mini-break from work. That’s why PA Life has teamed up with Butlins Conference & Events to offer one lucky reader the chance to enjoy a weekend away at any one of Butlins’ three seaside resorts at Bognor Regis, Minehead or […]
Employees across the UK are being encouraged to create a greener and healthier working environment. Workers should keep in mind the 3 Rs: Reuse, Reduce and Recycle, according to office supply company Avery Many hands make light work, as the old saying goes, so to get started simply drop a quick email to your colleagues […]
Most people find it easy to prepare themselves for a one-on-one interview with a potential manager or recruiter. However, some companies prefer to use a group of interviewers to test how well candidates interact with multiple people at once. Here are some tips to help you get ready to face the panel. Build rapport While […]
Sopwell House in St Albans, Hertfordshire recently acted as the host location for a one-day training session and three-day conference event for Britvic Soft Drinks. The venue is the winner of the 2015 Condé Nast Johansens Award for Excellence in the Best for Meetings category. The event, which cost in excess of £75,000, saw 140 […]
The virtual assistant is often seen as somebody who writes letters, responds to emails and does the filing. However, businesses are starting to outsource more and more tasks in order to save time and money. If you’re thinking about branching out on your own, there is a wide range of duties you may be looking […]
Most PAs use Excel and Outlook on a daily basis, so it’s vital to ensure that you get the most out of them. If you are self-taught and have some gaps in your knowledge, then you could certainly benefit from a session at the forthcoming PA Life training day moderated by Kim Middleton, who is […]
