PA Life is pleased to announce the exciting news that our Features Writer, Molly Dyson has been promoted to Deputy Editor. Since joining Forum Events, Molly has gone from strength to strength, firmly positioning herself as one of the key commentators in the industry thanks to her broad knowledge base, solid writing skills and positive […]
Despite gains in gender equality in the workplace, sexist comments haven’t disappeared. Have you ever referred to a group of adult women at work as “girls?” Have you reflexively asked only women to take notes at meetings? Despite major advances in gender equality in the workplace, old pieces of sexism linger. 1. “You probably […]
Cult Wines, a specialist in the acquisition & investment management of fine wines, today announces that it is set to open a new office in Hong Kong to take advantage of increasing demand in Asia for investing in fine wine. Cult Wines, which was ranked 40th in The Sunday Times Virgin Fast Track 100 2015, has seen […]
Employers who offer bonus and rewards schemes are missing out by not directing rewards and benefits to the sections of the workforce where they will have the most impact. A survey of 1,008 British workers conducted by One4all Rewards as part of the Push The Button Report, revealed that many UK businesses are incorrectly targeting […]
Sexism is common at Christmas work parties but you do NOT have to put up with this unacceptable behaviour. The Equality Act 2010 protects employees from harassment at work-related social events. Cornered by lecherous co-workers with wandering hands. Told loudly by a senior colleague that you’re too “hot” to be part of the technical team. […]
Personal training is the second most popular career path cosidered by job changers. As the nation’s thoughts turn to their goals for the new year, new research has revealed that almost 1 in 2 adults considering a career change is interested in becoming a personal trainer. A survey of 2,000 UK adults carried out […]
Here it is everyone! It has become a long-standing tradition here but Forum Events and PA Life are proud to present to you our much anticipated 2015 Christmas video for Text Santa in celebratration of Christmas Jumper Day! Watch the video HERE. Tweet us your feedback, we look forward to hearing yout thoughts: @PALifeMag […]
Staff are taking more time off sick due to smartphone-related stress, according to a North London councillor. Checking emails, taking phone calls and not being able to ‘switch off from the office’ is causing what has been dubbed a ‘digital megatrend.’ The comments were made by Rachel Stopard, deputy chief executive of Camden Council, as […]
It is highly likely that you have written a to-do list at some point. But new research has shown that these lists are not for everyone — and may even be counterproductive for some. So, how do you know if it is right for you and your way of working? Experts say you need […]
Don’t have a manicurist on speed dial? The next best thing is The Paint Shop by Nails Inc at Selfridges – ideal for that all-important Express mani. As part of the Beauty Workshop at Selfridges in London, the paint Shop by Nails Inc is the perfect place for a pamper. For a quick fix, ask for […]
Everyone knows that eating healthily, drinking less alcohol and cutting back on sugar help us to function more effectively. During the festive period however, how are you realistically expected to maintain your healthy lifestyle without missing out on the celebrations? It is possible to combine party celebrations with yoga classes without one cancelling the […]
It may be time to deck the halls with boughs of holly but, for millions of people, the season is anything but jolly. New YouGov research figures, released today, show that 2 million (2,046,545) UK adults will not be celebrating or spending money this Christmas because of their finances. And the affordability of Christmas is […]
Courtesy of EeBria, the leading online beer distributor, its Christmas Preparedness Index has revealed that people in the North East are looking more prepared for the Christmas holidays than the rest of the nation in regards to the amount of beer, wine and spirits heading their way. People in the North East are looking more […]
Qatar Airways will launch new services between Doha and Durban on Thursday, 17 December 2015, offering passengers the opportunity to experience another idyllic subtropical destination. The four-times-weekly service to Durban further complements the airline’s existing daily flights to Cape Town and double daily flights to Johannesburg, and is an expansion of the airline’s operations in […]
While performing small, kind gestures every day helps others, a new study by Yale and UCLA researchers suggests it may also diffuse our own stress, improving our mental health. The research published in Clinical Psychological Science asked 77 adults, ranging in age from 18 to 44, to use a study-provided smartphone to report their […]
Following today’s Resolution Foundation report on productivity as the key to higher wages in the UK, the below statistics from Group Risk Development (GRiD) research demonstrate how employers are feeling the effects of lost productivity and how they are working to combat its effects. A quarter of employers (23%) believe productivity is an issue for […]
Work-life balance and colleagues taking holiday piles on the pressure, MetLife research shows – and nearly two out of five won’t attend their employer’s Christmas party. Few see Christmas as the most wonderful time of the year. In fact 42% say December is one of the most stressful months of the year. Balancing work and […]
Aegon has unveiled its new Workplace Target funds – a range of default fund options for workplace pension schemes – available from February 2016. The new range responds to pension freedoms and changing investor behaviour, providing options for how investment risk is managed in the run-up to retirement. At the heart of the range are […]
