Career confidence among management assistants is soaring, with 56% saying they plan to move jobs this year and more than a third (36%) considering a move within the next six months. This comes on the back of research showing that more than half (56%) of PAs are dissatisfied with their present salary, while 53% state […]

It’s time for our regular round-up of what PAs across the world have been getting up to and this time we start off on home territory, as we look at the case of the light-fingered assistant and the aristocrat. PA to the Dowager Countess Bathurst of Cirencester, Kim Roberts, has been charged with purloining prized […]

New research has revealed that over a quarter of office workers incorrectly believe they risk invalidating the warranty of their printer if they choose to use a different brand of ink or laser cartridge. Furthermore, one in ten of those questioned incorrectly believe using a cheaper alternative would damage their printer, according to an independent […]

New and seasoned administrative professionals alike have a choice to make in their career: follow the crowd or become a leader. Each individual has a certain set of skills they can bring to the table and the key to succeeding is knowing your strengths and using them to your advantage. Here are 10 ways to […]

The working life of the average UK citizen is getting longer with each generation, but research shows that it may be by choice rather than out of necessity. More than half of employed people older than 55 say they are happy to work past the current default retirement age. While 54% of those surveyed want […]

Installing a quality printer capable of performing all of the functions required in the office can save significant time, effort and money for yourself and the business as a whole. Here, specialist supplier Printerland gives its top tips for picking the perfect printer. Volume and speed capacityBefore investing in a printer, try to measure your […]

A new study reveals that half of the UK workforce would prefer to receive alcohol as their corporate gift this Christmas. This statistic is weighed against the mere 7% who would like to have a charitable donation made in their name. Perhaps the most shocking finding is the fact that 6% of decision makers only […]

Recruitment site SecsintheCity has announced the winners of its 2014 awards, including the first male PA of the Year, Stuart Martin from M&C Saatchi (pictured). “It’s an absolute privilege to have won this award and have the opportunity to represent male personal assistants,” Stuart comments. “In this day and age it’s important to break boundaries […]

The Christmas party is the perfect time to make key connections, overcome misconceptions and make a splash in front of important people – play it right and you could be on a one-stop train to the top. Here, Head of Events at Late Night London Georgina Coleman shares her tips on how to use a […]

The majority of workers in the UK would prefer to be given the money it costs for them to attend their office Christmas party rather than actually go. Younger staff were more likely to want to keep the cost of the work festive ‘do’, with just over two-thirds (65%) of 18 to 24-year-olds saying they […]

These days you only have to look around at people on the high street to realise that the majority of them are busy with smartphones, tablets, or laptops and are probably connected to a wifi hotspot or their network data. It comes as no surprise then to learn that 86% of all job seekers use […]

We all know that feeling: waking up to the sound of our alarm as well as the rain pounding on the window and knowing when you draw back the curtains you will be greeted by a grey, angry sky. Hitting the snooze button and postponing the day for another 10 minutes seems like the best […]

PA Life magazine has been declared the Best Industry Publication for management assistants in the pa-assist.com Members’ Voice Awards 2014. The publication beat off competition from a number of other sources of information, including two other print titles that were also shortlisted. Commenting on the accolade, PA Life Editor Colette Doyle (pictured above with PA […]

A new meeting room booking system is set to revolutionise the reservation process for PAs booking events, offering real-time management and hassle-free service. The new Okanda online portal aims to streamline the time-consuming booking process for customers. It provides high-level functionality and a user-friendly dashboard thanks to the company’s knowledge of the issues that surround […]

How to Stress Less: simple ways to stop worrying and take control of your future by Benjamin Bonetti (Capstone, £10.99) This book is a great resource for anyone who wants to learn some easy ways to manage pressure in their lives. The premise is that we don’t “have” stress, we “do” stress; it is our […]

Walking Tall: key steps to total image impact – Lesley Everett (Self-published, £10.99) Although this book isn’t specifically targeted at PA’s, it’s a great reference and training book for any office professional wishing to update their appearance and enhance their personal brand. The author encourages you to take a look through your wardrobe and gives […]

Friendship – Emily Gould (Virago, £14.99) I read this book in the hopes that it would be a touching story about gal pals and found myself delving into the challenging tale of two women who have to grow up fast at the age of 30. While the situations faced by the main characters can be […]

The Cherry Blossom Murder – Fran Pickering (CreateSpace, £7.99) When a Tokyo-based Londoner finds a body under the blooming cherry blossom, she sets out to track down the killer and stop them striking again. This book is an enthralling romp through glitz, intrigue, theatre and sake, with a dash of the humble cup of tea […]