“Self nomination – should I be doing it?”
When I started working at a Solicitors office at 17 years old, I never dreamed I would end up climbing the ladder of Business Support all the way to a Business Support Manager. […]
You are the reason that the EA ‘stereotype’ exists – so do something about it!
In the corporate world, the term “personal branding” often evokes images of purposeful and charismatic CEOs, influential thought leaders, social media influencers, and celebrity business profiles such as Steven Bartlett. […]
Never had an interview? Here is our ‘starter’ guide……
Interviews are undeniably nerve-wracking. The knowledge that a simple conversation might be all that stands in the way of your career prospects is daunting for virtually everyone – around 93% of candidates have experienced interview nerves at some point in their career. […]
Executive Assistants, could you do more?
And no, I’m not talking workload. I’m talking about increasing the strategic value of your work. Gone are the days when an Assistant only answered phones, made copies/coffees, and arranged the diaries. These days EAs are venturing into more strategic landscapes, and our reach is far wider than before. […]
A taboo no one talks about in the EA role: Loneliness
Most days, you’re one of the first people in the office and one of the last ones to leave. No day is ever the same, most days you’re juggling many plates at one time, like an octopus and sometimes you may feel like you need eyes in the back of your head. Trying to be [...]
Loneliness: A professional hazard?
The Oxford English Dictionary defines loneliness as; “The feeling of being alone; the sense of solitude; dejection arising from want of companionship or society”. On a psychological level, we as humans have a fundamental need to feel like we belong and build lasting and meaningful relationships (Baumeister & Leary, 1995) and this extends into our [...]
From Redundancy to Becoming an EA (and all from a bar in Prague)!
At 34 years old, I was about to be made redundant, as we moved our Helpdesk to overseas. […]
Emotional intelligence, is it the key to EA/PA success?
In the fast-paced and ever-changing world of Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants, possessing a blend of technical expertise and soft skills is essential. Whilst technical skills ensure the that tasks are executed efficiently, emotional intelligence can be what sets apart an exceptional EA/PA from the rest. […]
How will recruitment evolve over the next 5 years?
How will recruitment evolve over the next 5 years? […]
PA Life 2023 Summit Follow Up: Will AI replace the role of an EA?
Last week, I had the pleasure of delivering a presentation on artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential impact on the role of Executive Assistants (EAs). It is a topic I have felt strongly about for some time, as well as the fact that I believe the role of an EA is misunderstood and misrepresented. The [...]
