Editor of sister site Hotel Designs, Hamish Kilburn checks in to find out whether Scotland’s Gleneagles Hotel really can cater to the demands of modern PAs. Gleneagles has long been known as a destination for world-renowned golfing, awe-inspiring spa retreat getaways and unmatched weddings. Its roaring twenties heritage runs through the very fabrics of the […]

Yep, that’s right, someone’s coined a term for the increasingly popular practice of mixing business travel with personal breaks. Boffins from the University of East London reckon they’ve spotted a new trend for breaking out of the ‘business travel bubble’, Christening the new concept ‘bleisure’, and asserting that it can increase productivity and wellbeing. We’re not sure […]

Being able to neutralise a toxic person sounds like a superhero power from a Marvel movie, but in actual fact it’s one of the ways you can spot a star performer in the workplace. That’s according to research from LondonOffices.com that looked at the typical traits and characteristics of career climbers so that business leaders know […]

Searcys at the Gherkin has undergone a redesigned dining and bar concept across the 39th and 40th levels. Dubbed Helix and Iris, the restaurant and bar is is now open for the public to enjoy cotemporary dining and unique cocktails. Helix offers guests glorious views across the city, as well as menus that will deliver […]

Brighton is quite possibly one of my favourite British seaside destinations, so I couldn’t resist the chance to head down last weekend with the PA Life Club. A group of PAs and I headed down on Friday afternoon, where we were hosted by the Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront hotel. Overlooking the sparkling blue sea, the […]

If your boss thanks you for a job well done, chances are you’ll remain loyal to the business, says a new report. A survey to mark the launch of the One4all Spotlight Awards reveals that 83 per cent of UK workers say that being thanked increases their loyalty to the company, with 65 per cent […]

It’s official. Business trips are more fun than hard work, claims a report that will surprise no one. Researchers who carried out a detailed study found that, while many employees claim the trips are ‘all work and no play’, the opposite is often true. It also revealed that almost nine out of 10 workers who […]

The PA Life Club has joined forces with JJ Media and Green Hat People to present, Escape Game. Members are invited to Wimborne House, London, on August 2 from 5.30pm to enjoy cocktails, canapés and some team-building fun playing the Escape Game. Guests will compete in teams to solve clues and riddles, while also discovering […]

Alice Groom, head of client and design projects at Lavender Green Flowers, shares her tips on how you can use your green fingers to make an event pop. The trick to any successful event is to work very closely with your client. A lot of clients don’t really know what they want and are more […]

Are you a member of the Birmingham PA Forum? Make sure you don’t miss out on an exclusive discount to join the PA Life Club. To mark the inaugural awards ceremony, which takes place this Friday, PA Life has joined forces with the Birmingham PA Forum to offer assistants a discount to become a member […]

Quinoa, tzatziki and pain au chocolate are among the foods we regularly eat – but are unable to pronounce, a study has found. A poll of 2,000 adults found a huge percentage struggle to correctly say the foods we tuck into every day with camembert, chorizo and fajitas also causing confusion. Other commonly mispronounced foods […]

A simple ‘thank you’ for a job well done can go a long way for UK workers, according to research marking the launch of the One4all Spotlight Awards. In fact, 83% of UK workers said being regularly thanked by an employer increases the sense of loyalty they feel to their company. Meanwhile, 65% stated that being grateful […]

As we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. 1. When should you switch jobs? Here’s the answer New research has revealed the optimum length of time for executives to stay in each role on the career ladder, which […]

Britain has been basking in glorious sunshine for several weeks now, making it even more important to acknowledge employees’ needs. Clare Porciani, senior manager of HR operations at Office Depot UK & Ireland, shares some top tips to help keep everyone cool while at work. The weather in Britain can often be unpredictable and on the […]

Royal Windsor Racecourse has invited PA Life Club members for an afternoon at the races later this month. Taking place Monday July 30 from 2.30pm, guests will also get to enjoy the company of ex-jockey Colin Brown, most well-known for riding Desert Orchid and Little Polveir. Brown will escort Club members on an exclusive tour […]

Parents of young people in the UK don’t know what an apprenticeship is, signaling a wider awareness problem which is impacting career choices and creating a skills gaps in key industries. The research, conducted by ABM UK, follows news of the T-levels programme and the Apprentice Levy – which aim to present young people with […]

Comfort eating, swearing, stressing – and spending too much time on social media are among the nation’s worst bad habits, apparently. How many apply to you, or your colleagues…? A poll of 2,000 Brits revealed the average adult has three irritating habits, with tucking into treats and food when they are feeling stressed or tired […]

Digging into a hearty breakfast surrounded by some unique artwork certainly is a fantastic way to kick off the day. That’s just what some PA Life Club members and I got to do yesterday morning. Arriving at the Saatchi Gallery by Sloane Square, we all gathered in the charming Gallery Mess Restaurant for a delicious […]