There are two different types of EA: the ones for as long as they could remember have known that they wanted to be an EA, […]
Career
The Problem With Politeness: Why Straight Talking as an Assistant Always Wins
As assistants, we have a problem with politeness. The job comes with the stigma of servitude so the mannerisms associated with the role are ones […]
The Power of Learning as an Assistant
For many PA/EAs, there is not a clear-cut training and development plan for them at work. We do not neatly fit into a predetermined career pathway, […]
Make or Break: The Dynamics of the Assistant/Boss Relationship
It is a truth universally under-acknowledged, that sometimes, people just don’t like you. And it’s not always an easy truth to accept. This can happen […]
Colleagues Unite: Supporting and Raising the Profile of Our LGBTQ+ Colleagues
We are proud to bring you the 2nd instalment of our Colleagues Unite campaign. Serving a clear purpose of bringing new representation and shining a […]
Taking a Step Back and Why it’s Essential to Moving Forward
You can never predict what life will throw at you – some of us are able to carry on regardless and feel that there is […]
Colleagues Unite: Supporting and Raising the Profile of Our Black Colleagues
We are proud to announce our new campaign – Colleagues Unite. Serving a clear purpose of bringing new representation and shining a light on minorities […]
A Discussion On: Black Lives Matter + Our Role in Stomping Out Racism
Resources we have put together in support of the Black Lives Matter movement: 65 Anti-Racism Resources 8 Content Creators to Follow Right Now Make a […]
How to Handle Sabotage Like a Pro
Jealousy, bitterness, and pure resentment on your past, present, and future achievements can creep up on you at any time from those you least expect […]
How to Work From Home with Kids During COVID-19
Give it up for all you parents out there who amidst the global COVID-19 crisis have not only transitioned into working from home, but are […]
How to Work From Home Successfully During COVID-19
Thanks to lockdown, working from home is now pretty much the norm for many of us. While we may have craved flexibility and freedom from […]
Overcoming Workplace Bullying
For as long as we can remember, people have condemned the office pecking order as something which counters everything we should represent – diversity, gender […]
