EAs and PAs are likely to be representing their executive and organisation at events, even when attending PA network gatherings just as PA Life Club Fam Trips, Mixers and showcases. You may therefore not think that you should have your own elevator pitch ready when you are meeting clients, guests and suppliers. But you absolutely […]

As the annual PA Life Star Awards draw closer, it’s a good time to consider who you could nominate – or even enter yourself. If you have never done this before you may be unsure what to include in a nomination to ensure the best possible outcome. The process for PA Life Star Awards 2026 […]

New data from Business Travel Show America reveals that as high as half of American corporate travel budgets are expected to rise in 2027. The necessary increase is driven by a faster than anticipated cost rise in the first half of 2026. This is impacting corporate travel bookers, including EAs and PAs… New data from […]

We are excited to confirm the venue and the much-anticipated date for this year’s PA Life Christmas Party & Star Awards. It’s a real pleasure to have Graysons Venues as our venue partner, co-hosting the celebrations at 10 Union Street in London Bridge…   📅 Time to add the date to your diaries! The joint […]

Manchester Convention Bureau, part of Marketing Manchester, are inviting EAs, PAs, event organisers and other professionals to discover Manchester. Their new programme for the Discover Manchester stage at CHS Manchester will highlight how the city region is pushing boundaries in event delivery and visitor experience… PA Life are delighted to be exhibiting at CHS Manchester. […]

You might find the statistic of office workers spending 70% of their time in meetings surprising, we do here at PA Life. But looking at this more closely, it starts to make perfect sense, and we feel most EAs and PAs would agree… New research reveals a major mismatch between how employees actually work and […]

Redundances are increasing in the UK, and are currently at a five-year high since the pandemic and expected to continue the upwards trends. The uncertainty, and increased workloads with reduced workforce drive some to quit in heavily affected businesses. What does the situation look like for assistants? Leading in research suggests that redundancy rounds are […]

Sarah Dennis, head of international for Everywhen talks about the importance of employee happiness in achieving desired success in work assignments overseas. Working with employees who are based abroad is often part of an EAs and PAs role, it’s therefore important to know how best to support their wellbeing and happiness… Health and wellbeing support […]

PA Life hears from Tash Stone, National Business Development Manager, The Jockey Club Venues, about a hot topic of how the changing delegate behaviour is re-shaping the corporate events landscape…   Delegate behaviour is changing Why is that important? The business events industry generated an estimated £19.3billion in direct expenditure in 2024, with more than […]

Executives often spend a large portion of their week travelling which is not ideal for productivity. Between airport queues, delays and limited privacy, commercial flying can turn even the most organised executive schedules into chaos. Private jet travel, however, offers a smarter way to make the most of time in the air and helps PAs […]

As businesses rethink how they bring people together, Caroline Dyos, Director of Sales at Storyboard at Shepperton, shares why adaptable venues, outdoor spaces and a collaborative approach are becoming essential for successful corporate events. The days of one-size-fits-all corporate events are firmly behind us Whether it’s a leadership conference, company away day, product launch or […]

CHS Manchester has announced Manchester Central as the host and sponsor of ‘Manchester Calling’, the official curtain-raiser on 29 September, ahead of the main show day the next day… Over 500 event professionals – including EAs, PAS and VAs are expected attend the AO Arena. Visitors will have a chance to meet over 250 UK […]

What’s your involvement as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Office Manager in organising and encouraging an uptake in workplace volunteering within your organisation? This requires often a lot of cross departmental logistics, communication with charities, and coordinating employee participation. EAs and PAs are often at the centre of these events which align with Corporate […]

Finding the right venue, supplier or business partner isn’t always easy. Whether you’re planning corporate events, sourcing new hospitality partners or expanding your professional network, making the right connections can save valuable time and lead to better business outcomes. That’s where The Midlands Mixer by PA Life, comes in… We are exciting to launch the […]

For senior Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants and corporate bookers, finding trusted suppliers can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Endless online research, crowded exhibitions and sales pitches rarely deliver the quality conversations or meaningful partnerships that busy professionals actually need… That’s exactly why the PA Life Summit has become one of […]

As the summer events season gets underway, De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, located a stone’s throw from Covent Garden, has launched The Terrace Club. It’s a great space for EAs, PAs and other event organisers to extend the delegate experience beyond the meeting room… Located on the top floor of De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, […]

Storey Club at 4 Kingdom Street is the meeting hub for Paddington Central. Designed to maximise light, space and collaboration, it offers an immediate sense of character and calm that reflects the unique appeal of the neighbourhood. Surrounded by canal side views and just moments from the effortless connectivity of Paddington Station, the space blends […]

Jonny Phillips, Managing Director at Strive Training discusses the biggest myths about older workers and AI. This is highly relevant for the business support profession as technology plays an ever increasing role in the managing tasks… While AI’s impact on the workplace has dominated headlines in recent years, much of the public conversation has focused […]