Job markets are increasingly more competitive, and a bad hire can be a costly mistake. Joah Freeman, a journalism student at Brighton University, asked leading recruitment companies specialising in executive support for tips on finding and hiring Personal Assistants and Executive Assistants. Job descriptions to attract talented Personal Assistants Getting clear on job description is the crucial first step in…
read moreIn today’s difficult and challenging business landscape the Executive Assistant role goes far beyond traditional administrative support; in your role, truly partnering with your Executive is critical, as is actively and positively influencing the trajectory of the C-Suite. In simple terms, your existence enhances the bottom line… Sarah Howson, Director and Founder of Strategic PA Recruitment, draws insights from the…
read morePA Life talked to Paul Casement, Director of Brighter Events, about bringing the best of event management together with event travel services. Sounds like a marriage made in heaven! Brighter Events is the full meeting and events agency division of Clarity Business Travel which provides travel management services for the events sector. Paul Casement, Brighter Events at Business Travel Show…
read moreDee Farrell, Personal Assistant, was born and raised in Sarajevo where she was a small business owner. Several years of living in multiple countries followed before she arrived in the UK with her family in 2010. She has worked as an administrative professional in several countries and industries including education, retail, and the past eight years at The Walt Disney…
read moreVenues of Excellence 2024 Annual Conference – The Power of Discovery – was hosted at the award-winning Alton Towers Resort and sponsored by Oyster Recruitment. The theme for the conference was titled ‘The Power of Discovery’ and was attended by 143 delegates and supported by 21 exhibitors… The Power of Discovery theme was a major success with delegates. As always,…
read moreStarting a new job can be tough and when we achieve a new position in our careers, it can feel a little like we’re faking it to make it. Imposter Syndrome, which is experienced by over 60% of UK workers, is experienced commonly as we take on more responsibility. Expert advice by Chantal Gautier, Senior Lecturer in Psychology at The University…
read moreThe Post Office scandal is still unravelling and more decision makers are being exposed for their negligence, or even deceit. Thom Dennis, CEO of culture and leadership specialists, Serenity in Leadership, draws from the case to bring to our attention the red flags of poor leadership that we must look out for. When something significant is going wrong, someone always…
read moreTMCs like Agiito are key in helping PAs drive sustainable behaviours in business travel within their organisations. Dana Moore and Lone Konradsen from Agiito discuss how this can be put to practice. Booking in advance. Switching from road to rail. Choosing hotels with valid green credentials. All great examples of business travellers ‘doing the right thing’ to help their organisation…
read moreIn the latest annual report released by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) approximately 875,000 UK workers suffered from work-related stress, depression or anxiety in the last year. That’s far too high a number but how can we banish stress from your workforce?… Work-related stress can arise from employee interactions with managers, colleagues, and the organisation as a whole. Spotting…
read moreAs well as facing skills shortages and significant changes to employment law, the basic nature of employment shifted significantly during 2023. Employee priorities for 2024 show that we want to thrive in our jobs and careers, not simply survive as previous generations have done. Greg Guilford, CEO of HR Solutions, shares his insights and predictions for the year ahead. The Covid-19 pandemic quickly…
read moreEmployers who offer health and wellbeing support, and the insurers who embed it as added value, must ensure that it is delivered by specialists in order to get the best health outcomes for individuals, says RedArc as it delivers its predictions for 2024. With public health high on the political agenda for 2024, the nurse-led health and wellbeing provider believes…
read moreA recent cost of living impact survey, carried out by The Eastside Rooms, reveals that around one third of event organisers raised salaries to help with cost of living. 37% of association and non-profit organisations and 30% of corporate organiser reported increased salaries in 2023… The breakdown of the event organisers raised salaries: 28% of associations/not for profits increased staff…
read moreLet’s look at what some of London’s leading chefs predict for 2024 food and drink trends in the capital and no doubt spreading across the country in no time. Healthier eating and wellbeing are considered more, as is an increased consideration to sustainability in food choices including more plant based options on the menu. The whole dining experience is also…
read moreFor some, leadership has grown beyond building teams and ensuring ample profitability. Being able to hold your nerve was a necessary skill for 2023, in addition to the prioritisation of the much talked about skills of flexibility and nurturing the team’s good health. Thom Dennis, CEO at Serenity in Leadership reveals the top 10 leadership attributes and trends for 2024……
read moreWelcome to a new read by Lindsay Taylor, co-founder of Your Excellency Limited on something that’s is highly topical right now, with all the promise of a sparkly new year and exciting things on the horizon for us all. Lindsay takes a look at SMARTER goal setting, instrumental to you becoming a successful PA So, hands up! How many of you have…
read moreAs Assistants, versatility, awareness, and adaptability are key attributes that produce valuable insights in this period of change with technology and new ways of working. Jodie Mears, FInstAM, C-Suite Strategic Executive Assistant and a Co-host of The Crodie Files Podcast for all Administrative Professionals, shares invaluable advice on how to move forward in your Assistant career. While some Assistants may…
read moreThe fifth edition of the International Convention Destination Competitive Index report has been unveiled. The tool benchmarks global meeting destinations’ competitiveness and key trends. GainingEdge, the leading consulting firm in the business events and meeting industry, proudly announces the release of the fifth edition of the International Convention Destination Competitive Index Report. This groundbreaking report, now in its fifth year,…
read moreAs Athena’s internship programme reaches its 10th anniversary, Sandeep Singh, managing director of the landmark Leicester venue, and two interns talk about the industry’s skills shortage and how paid internships are a necessity. Sandeep Singh In the competitive landscape of the events industry, nurturing talent has become a top priority for organisations looking to stay ahead. The pandemic also created…
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