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 […]
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 […]
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 [...]
Hiring an EA: What You Want vs What You Need
After over a decade of recruiting Executive Assistants (EAs), I’ve learnt that what many clients think they want in an EA isn’t always what they actually need. It’s a conversation I have time and time again. Often, leaders naturally look for someone who feels familiar; someone from the same industry, [...]
Hire an Executive Assistant in Manchester
Why Hiring an Executive Assistant in Manchester Could Be the Best Decision You Make This Year […]
Why Mentoring Matters: Supporting the Growth of PAs and EAs
In the world of business support, Personal Assistants (PAs) and Executive Assistants (EAs) play a vital role. They are trusted partners to senior leaders, relied upon for their judgement, discretion, and ability to keep things moving. Yet despite the weight of responsibility they carry, professional development for PAs and EAs [...]
Changing Careers to Become a PA or EA: What You Need to Know
Over the past year, we’ve seen a rise in professionals exploring a career change into PA (Personal Assistant) and EA (Executive Assistant) roles. At Lily Shippen, it’s something we’re asked about almost weekly. Many people want to know how to break into this competitive field without prior experience. [...]
