📝 Staying Calm as a PA

How Executive PAs Stay Composed Under Pressure

Chaos isn’t seasonal—it just changes form. Right now, it’s wedding season, and I’m balancing inboxes, bookings, and executive briefs with a calm mindset. I run The Bridgewater String Quartet—a proud finalist in the North West Wedding Awards—alongside my Executive PA responsibilities. Pitman Training has helped me build on my natural calm with formal techniques. Staying calm as a PA is no longer a goal—it’s a necessity.

🎻 Staying Calm as a PA Starts with Real Experience

For over 18 years, I’ve handled wedding logistics, string players, and emotional brides. My experience managing events and personalities shaped my ability to stay composed. These tools now enhance my PA work, supported by formal diploma training—just 3.2 Pitman courses to go!

⏱ Time Management Helps Me Stay Calm as a PA

Time Management was a game-changer. No more hopping between tasks or drowning in distractions. I batch communications, schedule precisely, and focus with purpose. Staying calm as a PA means building systems that support clarity and control.

🧘 Being Calm Is an Active Skill

People think calm is passive, but it’s strategic. I choose when to pivot, delegate, or pause. Fast typing helps with speed—but mental focus and emotional intelligence are what keep the calm.

🌿 Calm Leadership Leaves a Ripple

When you stay grounded, others do too. Whether guiding brides or responding to execs, my calm mindset helps everyone feel supported. Staying calm as a PA doesn’t just improve my workflow—it changes the room.

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