What are some good stories explaining why you want to be a personal assistant?
Maybe a story of someone who has a passion for problem-solving and sees being a PA as the perfect way to use that skill to handle various challenges and make a difference in a professional setting.
There's a story where someone dreams of being a PA to work closely with successful individuals and learn from them. The exposure and growth opportunities attract them.
What are some working as a personal assistant horror stories?
I knew a personal assistant who had to deal with a client who was constantly changing their mind. The assistant was in charge of planning events for the client. Every time they had almost finalized the arrangements, the client would come up with new ideas or completely different themes. It was really frustrating as a lot of time and resources were wasted on the constantly changing plans.
Share some funny personal assistant stories.
My personal assistant once misinterpreted my command to play some 'relaxing music' as 'waxing music'. It started giving me information about hair removal salons. I couldn't stop laughing at how wrong it was.
Share some personal assistant horror stories.
One horror story is when a personal assistant misinterpreted a voice command. A user said 'call mom' but it called the wrong number which happened to be a scammer. The scammer started tricking the user into giving out personal information.
What are the common types of personal assistant horror stories?
Technical glitches are also quite common. Sometimes they stop working suddenly or start doing things they're not supposed to, like turning on all the smart home devices at once for no reason. It can be really frustrating and a bit scary when you don't know what's going on. Well, also, there are cases where they can be used for malicious purposes if hacked. Hackers can use the personal assistant to spy on you or steal your identity.
Tell me some celebrity personal assistant horror stories.
Well, there was a case where a celebrity's personal assistant was asked to do some really unethical things. For example, the celeb wanted the assistant to lie to the media about their whereabouts during a scandal. The assistant was in a very difficult position as they didn't want to lose their job but also didn't want to be involved in unethical behavior. And also, some celebs are so demanding that they expect their assistants to be available at all times, even on holidays and family emergencies, which is really horrible for the assistants.
Can you recommend some personal assistant romance novels?
Sure. 'The Rosie Project' is a great one. The male protagonist, who is a bit socially awkward, creates a questionnaire to find the perfect partner and his assistant, Rosie, turns his world upside down in a very romantic way.
What are the common elements in celebrity personal assistant horror stories?
Overwork is a common element. Assistants often have to work long hours with no breaks. Another is disrespect. Celebs might treat their assistants like servants rather than professionals.
What are the most interesting funny personal assistant stories you've heard?
I heard of a personal assistant that was supposed to give directions to a library. Instead, it gave directions to a liquor store. When the person asked it to correct, it said 'Oh, I thought you wanted to find some liquid knowledge!' That was quite a creative and funny mix - up.
Why are personal stories good for writing?
Personal stories are excellent for writing as they offer a real connection with the audience. Your own experiences are one-of-a-kind and can draw readers in. They also show your vulnerability and growth, making your writing more human and approachable.
What are the characteristics of personal assistant romance novels?
One characteristic is the close proximity between the two main characters. Since they work together as assistant and employer, they are often in each other's company a lot, which allows for a natural development of feelings. For example, in 'The Rosie Project', they spend a great deal of time on the 'project' which leads to a deeper connection.