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. […]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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) [...]
At 34 years old, I was about to be made redundant, as we moved our Helpdesk to overseas. […]
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. […]
Having spent much of my professional career as a Senior PA/EA and EA Team Manager, I would like to be able to confidently say that there is one key attribute that enables you to be a successful PA/EA; however, after reflection, I simply do not think it is as simple [...]
Having a superb personal assistant can make all the difference between reaching and maintaining success in your business or not. When you’ve got a million things to juggle at once, complex problems to solve, and a busy timetable to keep up with, doing it all alone is just too much [...]
If you are a Personal or Executive Assistants who is looking to further progress in your career, add real value and refine your skill set, then the below books should equip you with everything you need to excel within your role. […]
Finding full-time work that you enjoy, and that challenges you to grow, can be tricky. One of the best ways to secure your dream job and jump-start your PA career is by securing the services of a PA recruitment solutions specialist company or agency. Partnering with PA recruitment experts, who [...]
