{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66743b938fbce3001223042b/694555b1921dd3db0b68681f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Behind the Curtain with Simon Cole: Life as a Celebrity Private PA","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66743b938fbce3001223042b/1766158227182-6e05ab7b-1579-4ef6-a216-7ba6276b9a2c.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Welcome to Anything But Ordinary</strong></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Zoe is joined by <strong>celebrity private PA Simon Cole</strong> for an honest and insightful conversation about life behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. Simon shares his unconventional journey from child actor to supporting high-profile figures, reflecting on what it truly means to deliver an “anything but ordinary” life.</p><p><br></p><p>From red carpets and global travel to <strong>managing chaos with calm precision</strong>, he reveals the reality behind the glamour and the vital role private PAs play as the unseen force keeping extraordinary lives running seamlessly.</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation also explores the emotional intelligence required in private service, the importance of boundaries, and the growing <strong>conversation around wellbeing and burnout in NDA-heavy roles. </strong>Simon speaks candidly about redefining the PA profession, building community through LinkedIn, and why authenticity, confidence, and self-respect are essential for longevity in the role.</p><p><br></p><p>It’s a powerful reminder that <strong>behind every polished public figure is a trusted professional quietly making the magic happen. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>---</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Zoe Jackson's Links:</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://shireandwoldstaffing.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://shireandwoldstaffing.com</a></p><p><a href=\"https://shireandwoldstaffing.com/shire-wold-academy/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://shireandwoldstaffing.com/shire-wold-academy/</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/shire-wold-domestic-staffing/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/company/shire-wold-domestic-staffing/</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/shireandwoldstaffing?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/shireandwoldstaffing?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/anythingbutordinary_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/anythingbutordinary_pod?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Simon Cole's Links:</strong></p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cole-345a5036/?originalSubdomain=uk</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Zoe Jackson"}