It’s easy to feel lost in your career when you’re not sure what comes next. You might be in a role that feels comfortable but no longer stretches you, or you might know you’re ready for more responsibility without quite knowing what that looks like. Standing still for too long [...]
Budgets are announced with a lot of noise, but most people want the same thing: a clear explanation of what it means for their day-to-day lives. For Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Office Managers, Operations professionals and the employers who rely on them, the picture today is more practical than political. [...]
A quick note before you start: this is a longer read, about 2,500 words but I wanted to share my story in full. If you’re reading this with a coffee, you’re in for a proper sit-down piece that charts my journey from apprenticeship to EA. The Beginning - My journey [...]
Manchester has firmly established itself as one of the UK’s leading hubs for financial, legal, and professional services. From the landmark offices of Spinningfields to the historic buildings along King Street and Deansgate, the city is home to an impressive range of firms, including global banks, private equity houses, law [...]
Manchester has firmly established itself as one of the UK’s most dynamic tech hubs. With a thriving ecosystem of startups, scale-ups, and established global players, the city continues to attract ambitious entrepreneurs and investment alike. As these businesses grow, the demand for operational excellence and strategic business support has never [...]
IMF Upgrades UK Economic Outlook: What It Means for Business Support Professionals The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has offered a cautiously optimistic update on the UK economy, upgrading its 2025 growth forecast to 1.3%. While modest, it reflects continued resilience amid a challenging global backdrop, from rising living [...]
What We’ve Learnt from Hiring Chief of Staff Roles in London Over the past few months, we’ve had the opportunity to partner with several London-based founders and CEOs to hire their Chief of Staff. It’s a role that’s grown rapidly in profile and importance, but also one that’s [...]
With the National PA Awards judging day just around the corner on 19th September, I thought I’d share some thoughts that might help if you’re one of the finalists preparing to meet the judges. The Awards really do matter. They shine a light on the PA and business support community [...]
What In-House EAs Can Learn from the Virtual Assistant Model […]
The Juggling Act: An EA’s Guide to Sanity […]
