Spotlight On: Private PAs in Cheshire – Why Demand for Discreet and High-Calibre Support is on the Rise
Spotlight On: Private PAs in Cheshire – Why Demand for Discreet and High-Calibre Support is on the Rise […]
Why Soft Skills Matter in Hiring Business Support Staff
Emotional Intelligence: The Soft Skill That Delivers Hard Results […]
How To Become a Private PA in 2025
Our original blog, How To Become a Private PA, published in 2020, remains one of the most-read articles on the Lily Shippen website. It continues to attract readers looking for practical advice on how to build a successful Private Personal Assistant (PA) career. As the demand for Private PAs increases, [...]
Top Skills Every EA Should Have in 2025
Top Skills Every EA Should Have in 2025 […]
Spotlight On: St. Michael’s Manchester and the Rise of Business Support Opportunities
Spotlight On: St. Michael’s Manchester and the Rise of Business Support Opportunities […]
You Hired a PA, Not a Mind Reader: Why Clarity Still Matters
There’s a pattern we’ve seen time and time again. […]
5 Common Mistakes Businesses Make When Hiring an EA
5 Common Mistakes Businesses Make When Hiring an EA […]
The End of the Business Support Roles? Not Even Close
This is not the first time business support has faced a period of change. And it certainly will not be the last. Having worked closely with business support professionals for over a decade, one thing has always stood out to me: this profession moves forward. It evolves, adapts and grows [...]
Hire an Executive Assistant in Manchester
Why Hiring an Executive Assistant in Manchester Could Be the Best Decision You Make This Year […]
How to Successfully Onboard a Personal Assistant
Hiring a Personal Assistant (PA) is a valuable step for any executive or organisation. Whether it’s your first time working with a PA or you are rebuilding support after a gap, a structured and well-prepared onboarding process is essential. It sets the tone for the relationship, ensures clarity from the [...]
