The Assistant Room

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

For years, assistants have been fed a lie: that they are merely behind-the-scenes workers, invisible cogs in the machine, quietly keeping everything moving while the […] The post The Lie That Assistants Operate Behind the Scenes How to Take Your Seat at the Table first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Interviews can feel like a one-way street, where youre expected to prove your worth and demonstrate why youre the right fit. But lets be clear: […] The post The 5 Most Important Interview Questions Every Assistant Should Ask first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JANUARY 10, 2025

Eight years ago, we launched The PA Diaries, a campaign that captured the hearts and minds of admin professionals around the globe. It was more […] The post The PA Diaries: Jane Squires, HNW Virtual Assistant first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JANUARY 24, 2025

Ah, the life of a Personal or Executive Assistants: part diplomat, part professional lifeline, part therapist (but sadly, without the couch). Youre the gatekeeper, the […] The post The Art of Saying No: How to Set Boundaries as Personal and Executive Assistants first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JANUARY 14, 2025

For as long as I can remember, both during my own journey as an Executive Assistant and in my eight years as the Founder of […] The post Personal/Executive Assistants: Stop Settling for the Bare Minimum first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JANUARY 10, 2025

Eight years ago, we launched The PA Diaries, a campaign that captured the hearts and minds of admin professionals around the globe. It was more […] The post The PA Diaries: Jane Squires, HNW Virtual Assistant first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JANUARY 6, 2025

The decision to hand in your notice at work can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Whether you’ve found a better opportunity, need a change, or […] The post How to Successfully Hand in Your Notice as an Assistant first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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DECEMBER 28, 2024

The Assistant Room, the premier global platform for career support and growth in the Personal and Executive Assistant industry, is thrilled to announce its ambitious […] The post The Assistant Room: Elevating Assistants Worldwide with 2025 Expansion Plans first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JULY 19, 2024

Navigating the complex landscape of communication with executives can feel like a high-stakes chess game, especially for personal and executive assistants. In a world where […] The post How to Effectively Communicate with Top Executives first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JULY 4, 2024

We are beyond thrilled to share some exciting news with our community! Jess, the dynamic Founder and Managing Director of The Assistant Room, has been […] The post Our Founder Honoured on Management Today’s 35 Under 35 List first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JUNE 24, 2024

We’ve got some tips on one of the most important aspects of being a personal / executive assistant: building a strong professional relationship with your […] The post How to Build a Strong Professional Relationship with Your Executive first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Let's cut to the chase, what's the one common downfall we've encountered over the lifetime of The Assistant Room? Assistants sabotaging their own success by neglecting their career development and waiting for their company to foot the bill on L&D resources which are beneficial to their personal and professional growth. The post The Vital Role of Investing in Your Growth as a Personal or Executive Assistant first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JULY 28, 2023

Meet Zoe Hill, Chief of Staff at Arcade Media. The post The PA Diaries: 5 Minutes with Chief of Staff Zoe Hill first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JULY 21, 2023

Pied-à-Terre is Covent Garden’s stand out fine dining favourite and London's longest standing Michelin Star restaurant, offering luxurious dining, including award-winning tasting menus, with options of a vegetarian and vegan menu. The post A Review Of: Pied-à-Terre, Covent Garden first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

JULY 19, 2023

In response to the recent article published by Glamour Magazine describing the role of a charity PA as a'lazy girl' job, this article delves into the significance of assistants around the world and why their presence is essential for every executive. The post The Indispensable Role of PAs: Why Every Executive Needs One first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JULY 17, 2023

Meet Jemma Baggs, PA at global insurance business Legal and General. The post The PA Diaries: 5 Minutes with Personal Assistant Jemma Baggs first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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MAY 30, 2023

Ever met our Founder and CEO Jess Gardiner? Interviewed by Billy Hussein, Founder of Notion Magazine and The Promising Creative they deep dive into the ins and outs of what it means to be a CEO, how to creatively start a business, the bullsh*t myths of the PA/EA industry and the future of The Assistant Room. The post Interview: Jessica Gardiner, CEO at The Assistant Room first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

APRIL 25, 2023

Meet Emily Jepson, EA to CEO and Founder at GWI, a leading audience targeting company. The post PA Diaries: 5 Minutes with Executive Assistant Emily Jepson first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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APRIL 19, 2023

If you're looking for a high-end lunch spot for your Exec in Mayfair with top quality authentic Italian cuisine, look no further than Bocconcino, the beautiful multi-layered Italian restaurant on Berkeley Street. The post A Review Of: Bocconcino Mayfair first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2023

When it comes to navigating office gossip and drama you can find yourself in a sticky situation with your boss. Read our ten ways to avoid office politics. The post 10 Ways To Avoid Office Politics And Drama first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Instead of getting caught up in the hype of how to transform into something or someone completely different (wave goodbye to the self inflicted January blues), we want you to focus your energy into developing your existing skillset and use tools already out there not to 'change' you but help you to feel more confident in who you are right now. Unsure where to start?

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The Assistant Room

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Many of us look forward to the festive break and all that comes along with it; the socializing, parties, spending time with family and of course the food! However, it is important that we also strike that balance of the fun alongside taking time to switch off and recharge; that begins by recharging from work! The post How To Switch Off During The Festive Break first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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DECEMBER 2, 2022

It is heard when tackling career development, interpersonal challenges, even personal growth in an existing role – “I need to work on my confidence” or, in the worst cases, “I have no confidence”. So how do people remedy this? The post How To Save Yourself From Self-Sabotage first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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DECEMBER 1, 2022

From baubles floor to ceiling to outside terraces transformed into winter wonderlands, London has truly pulled out all the stops to make the 2022 festive period one to remember. If you're looking for a place to book a last minute festive celebration or just somewhere to perch for the day surrounded by music, tinsel and glitter, then check out our favourite festive venues below.

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The Assistant Room

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

So, it’s the work Christmas party: the one day a year you can let your hair down and wear flashing bauble earrings in the presence of your boss. Play it right and you’ll have a ton of gossip and new pals…play it wrong and you’ll be riddled with embarrassment until someone takes the baton of Most Inappropriate Person next year. The post How To Survive The Work Christmas Party first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Businesses today are relying on a geographically diverse workforce to flourish within the global economy. They can cherry-pick talent from a competitive global pool – bringing together the greatest experience as well as local market knowledge. Thus, enabling them to successfully function and compete in today’s global economic market. As a PA or EA consider taking some of the following actions to help bridge the gaps that come with leading a team that is both geographically and culturally diverse

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OCTOBER 20, 2022

As the festive season approaches we are here to help you with everything from booking your festive celebrations at beautiful restaurants with complimentary champagne for all in attendance or saving up to 25% on gifts with big brands such as Jo Malone and Molton Brown. The post The Assistant Room Festive Brochure 2022 first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Located at the centre of Covent Garden, London’s most exciting neighbourhood and opposite the Lyceum Theatre - home of The Lion King, One Aldwych is one of the very few hotels in London that can say it is truly independent. Read our full review of the hotel here. The post A Review Of: One Aldwych first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

'Quiet Quitting' is the new buzz phrase, coming out of a lockdown world where people have started to reevaluate their priorities and work/life balance. Gathering speed on social media, it essentially means simply ‘just staying within the parameters of your job description’ - doing no more, and no less, than what is required by your contract. The post Quiet Quitting: An Impossible Concept for the Admin Industry??

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The Assistant Room

AUGUST 16, 2022

You've probably heard it before: your self esteem impacts every part of your life. The truth is, if you want to be successful at work, you need to feel confident in yourself and the value that you bring. Building self esteem isn't easy—but it is possible! The post How to Build your Self Esteem at Work first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

JULY 15, 2022

Tucked away in the chic neighbourhood of Marylebone you’ll find 108 Brasserie & Bar, the perfect al-fresco dining venue for the summer season and a hidden gem that oozes glamour and sophistication. What more could you want when it comes to sourcing the best restaurants in London for personal AND business dining?! The post A Review of: 108 Brasserie first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Assistant Room

JUNE 28, 2022

The value of teamwork, is it really understood by Executives within the EA/PA - Exec relationship? Do they really see the role as a key partnership or will administrative professionals around the world always be fighting to be seen and heard for the impact they can make only IF they are given the opportunity to do so? The post Does Teamwork Truly Exist Between Boss & PA?

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The Assistant Room

JUNE 21, 2022

Curious about West End hotels in London? Find out how we got on during a recent stay at The Marylebone Hotel. The post A Review of: The Marylebone Hotel first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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JUNE 9, 2022

Our Founder Jessica Gardiner recently featured with WeAreTheCity in their Inspirational Woman campaign. Read the full article here. The post WeAreTheCity: Inspirational Woman: Jessica Gardiner | Founder, The Assistant Room first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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MAY 3, 2022

If asking for a promotion or pay rise has been on your mind lately (or even over the last few months…) take a look at our guide below to give your confidence a boost and kickstart the process of receiving exactly what you know you are worthy of! The post How to Negotiate a Pay Rise as an Assistant first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2022

So if you're looking to build your confidence, where should you focus your time, effort and energy for the best outcome? We spoke to 5 members of the business support community to understand how they have developed and how they maintain their confidence and their top tips for you to begin your own journey into being a more confident version of yourself.

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The Assistant Room

JANUARY 25, 2022

Receiving an offer for a new job is an exciting time in anyones career and that is no different for every PA and EA. The trouble however is that unlike most professionals, business support professionals leave for much different reasons. The post The Important Reason Why Every Personal Assistant Needs an Exit Interview first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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