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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

New research uncovers why nearly half of employees are looking for a new job, and it’s not down to money… Cezanne HR, the UK’s leading provider of modern, flexible HR systems for UK & global businesses, has conducted extensive research into the state of employee satisfaction in both the UK and Ireland. The results shed […]

In today’s tech-driven world, it is impossible to avoid screens altogether. Most of us reading this rely on a screen to do our day job, /others unwind in front of the TV, and some are lost without their smartphone. In fact, research has shown that British adults spend 4,866 hours a year staring at screens, […]

Spain is rarely out of the top ten of global meetings and events destinations. It currently holds the second spot of top-performing global destinations for association meetings, according to the latest International Congress and Convention Association report. Here is a summary on the five best Spanish cities for meetings and events. And it’s for good reason. […]

The National Express Transport Solutions’ team will be at this year’s Business Travel Show and we’d love for you to join us. This year is particularly exciting for us at National Express Transport Solutions, as we are launching a NEW product exclusively at the show. It will be the ideal opportunity to present our new […]

The Meetings Show has unveiled further commitments to minimising its environmental impact. Working with isla as its strategic sustainability partner, the show will forge ahead with its plans to reach net zero by 2050 and cut carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. Using isla’s measurement platform TRACE to help measure and minimise carbon emissions, The […]

During Pride Month of June myGwork Returns with Action-Packed WorkPride Conference on 19-23 June to Celebrate #WorkingWithPride Worldwide. This free to attend conference is hosted virtually for a global audience. This years myGwork Conference is themed #WorkingWithPride and features over 50 panels and workshops spread across five days with 200+ experts from around the world. […]

When you think about your workplace, your mind probably goes to your work desk, meeting rooms, and lunch area – the parts where you spend the majority of your day. But there is an underutilised and underappreciated part of your working area that probably doesn’t get as much time with you as it should. We’re […]