by Jane Braithwaite | Feb 18, 2020 | PA
Guide to WORKING SMARTER NOT HARDER…. Ever found yourself with a million things to do and no idea where to start? Or perhaps you just keep putting off that big black deadline that’s hovering over you? Either way, getting your work space and you task list...
by Jane Braithwaite | Nov 6, 2019 | PA, Productivity
Burnout is defined as physical or mental collapse caused by overwork or stress. As it turns out, there are ways to identify the early warning signs of burnout. And, there are many simple practices you can put in place immediately to prevent burnout from becoming an...
by Jane Braithwaite | May 30, 2019 | PA, Press, Time Management
Designated’s Managing Director, Jane Braithwaite talks to HR Director Magazine, about the rise of the virtual assistant and how it can reduce stress and help you feel calmer in other areas of your life. Designated clients have their say Women On Boards’...
by Jane Braithwaite | May 1, 2019 | Marketing, PA, Partners
Partnerships enable shared knowledge, best practice and help businesses grow I’m always looking for ways to help our new and existing clients grow, develop and flourish. I am therefore thrilled to announce our partnership with The Clubhouse, London’s leading business...
by Jane Braithwaite | Jun 7, 2018 | PA
Most people think they have a good idea of what a PA (or EA or VA) does, but how accurate are they? To appreciate the ways in which a good PA can change someone’s life, we must ensure they have an accurate understanding of what PAs actually do (and don’t do). This...