Latest Articles for PAs and Secretaries
What Top Entrepreneurs Expect from Their PA
PA for an entrepreneur - What do they want and expect Being a PA for an entrepreneur is very different to being a PA in the Corporate world. What do top business owners really want from their Personal Assistants? When you’ve spent years working as a PA, secretary, or...
Confidence at Work: How PAs and Secretaries Can Bounce Back from Mistakes and Shine Again
Confidence at Work: Rebuilding After a Tough Day Even the most experienced PA or secretary can have a bad day. You sent the wrong email. The meeting link doesn’t work. Your boss’s presentation pointer dies even though you checked it before they left the office, and...
Is Multitasking Making You Less Productive at Work?
Why Focusing Beats Multitasking Every Time: Productivity Tips for Busy Admin Professionals Do you ever feel like you’re spinning too many plates? Your inbox is overflowing, your boss keeps changing priorities, you’re halfway through writing minutes when a calendar...
Time Management Skills: How to Boost Productivity and Achieve More
Time Management skills for everyday use Effective time management is essential for Personal Assistants, Virtual Assistants, and business professionals alike. Without a structured approach to managing tasks, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and underproductive. But with a...
Active Listening: The Ultimate Skill for PAs and Secretaries and administrators
In the bustling world of Personal Assistants (PAs), secretaries and administrators, success often hinges on more than just technical know-how. The subtle, people-focused skills set exceptional professionals apart from those who turn up. There are many skills, but the...
How to prepare for an appraisal with a bullying Boss
To prepare for your upcoming appraisal, dealing with a bullying boss can be an emotionally challenging experience. However, there are some steps you can follow to ensure you are prepared for the appraisal and are armed with all the information you need to protect yourself and your professional reputation.
How to prepare for your first day in a new job
Starting a new job is an exciting opportunity that can bring with it plenty of nerves and uncertainty. With all the complex procedures, rules, and expectations to consider when
How to Prepare for a job interview
How to prepare for a Job Interview Are you preparing for an upcoming interview? Do you feel overwhelmed by all the details and logistics involved in showing up on time and ready to impress? From selecting and ironing the right outfit, planning your journey there, and...
How To Write a CV to get Noticed
Are you ready to enter or re-enter the job market? Are you searching for your first opportunity? If so, ensuring your CV stands out is vitally important