With such busy schedules, we have all been guilty of neglecting our own self-care. Amy Gallagher, founder and director of Tula Wellness, has compiled a list of tips to help stop you ‘running on empty’ and nourish yourself. I recently carried out a poll asking my Instagram followers if they spent enough time on their […]

PA Life’s Jade Burke hosted a session at today’s Serviced Apartment Summit, where panelists discussed why technology, value for money and flexibility all come into play when booking a serviced apartment. When staying in a serviced apartment or a hotel, the guest experience can vary greatly, depending on what the accommodation can offer. During the […]

“If you don’t like it, get off the bus” “No brainer” “Punch a puppy” If you’re irritated by office jargon, you’re not alone – and if you use phrases like these, you might want to think again, according to online recruitment giant Glassdoor. And the company has also offered tips for being a success with your […]

A new report has found that a large percentage of people are still judging women for returning to work after having children. The research comes via the latest British Social Attitudes report from NatCen Social Research which surveyed 3,988 adults between July and October last year. The good news is that 72 per cent of Brits […]

Experts have finally revealed the difference between going ‘out’ – and going ‘out-out’. The long-standing dilemma of how to tell whether you are out for a few drinks or out for the night was famously brought to the fore by comedian Micky Flanagan. Now a team of researchers have settled the dispute by revealing going […]

Caffeine could be the office ‘crack’, according to new research, which claims that 10 per cent of British workers think they’re addicted to coffee. The research found that almost a fifth (19 per cent) said their work would suffer if their morning coffee was taken away, and the same number believe they are unable to […]

The Event Organisers Summit is back for 2018, where senior organisers will be able to meet with service suppliers for one-to-one meetings and networking. The two-day event, which takes place from October 15 to 16, 2018,  at Sofitel London Heathrow, will offer guests the opportunity to conduct business with over 85 senior executives, including CEOs, […]

Three events and travel companies, Chew Events, Sandals Resorts and One Night Only have come together to launch a talent competition in aid of events industry charity Meeting Needs. The organisers are calling for people from the events industry who can sing, dance, or have a passion for stand-up comedy to take part in Events […]

The hospitality sector is booming thanks to the success of The World Cup, as such now is the time for the PA industry to ‘pounce’. Here, Gideon Schulman, HR Director at Pytronot, provides three ways HR processes can benefit PAs. The World Cup is a time for celebration, especially with England bringing their ‘A’ game […]

It’s not about the money (money, money), sang Jessie J – and that rings true for the majority of British workers when listing the benefits of working. According to a new report by mental health charity St Andrew’s Healthcare, satisfaction, being challenged and ‘making a difference’ are what give workers a feeling of positivity. Many also […]

Nearly 240 employers in the UK have underpaid staff the National Living and Minimum Wage, according to new figures released by the HMRC. It means that £1.44m has been identified for 22,400 workers, with their employers fined an additional £1.97m. The companies have been ‘named and shamed’ by the HMRC [LINK – https://www.gov.uk/government/news/record-22400-minimum-wage-workers-to-receive-millions-in-backpay]. The earliest […]

Having only launched a few months ago, the LGBT Admin and Assistant Network has gone from strength to strength as it aims to create an inclusive platform for the LGBT community to share and socialise. Jade Burke catches up with co-founders Adam Maxted and Craig Harris. Why did you choose to set up the LGBT […]

With GDPR here, businesses cannot afford to take risks with personal data and confidential information. Darryl Brunt, country head for Fellowes UK and Ireland, reveals how you can select the right shredder to dispose of sensitive information in the office. Why shred? Every organisation has a legal responsibility to safeguard sensitive information and dispose of […]

Serviced apartments are fast becoming a key service for PAs, as more travellers seek a home-from-home experience. With this in mind, it was fabulous to visit the Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity at The Strand, London, Thursday evening. Some PA Life Club members and I were shown around three separate rooms including a Wilde Studio, Wilde […]

As the inaugural Birmingham PA Awards approaches, Jade burke chats with Daniel Skermer, founder of the Birmingham PA Forum and the Awards, about his inspiration behind the ceremony and why the night will be ‘full of surprises’. What inspired you to launch the first PA awards in Birmingham? Having moved from a rural location into […]

A survey of 2,000 adults uncovered attitudes towards the idea of fate, and how much we believe in a preordained path in our lives. And some 73 per cent of those surveyed said they believe in fate as a force acting on events in their future. Surprisingly, 22 per cent have made a big life […]

Basic numeracy and literacy and IT skills are viewed as more important by employers than technical or sales techniques according to new research by London Chamber of Commerce and Industry. More than 500 business leaders across London were asked whether they valued certain skills and the most important was basic numeracy (92 per cent) followed […]

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. 5 minutes with…Suzy Sanders, founder of Admin Angels With a background as an EA, Suzy Sanders, founder of Admin Angels, has transferred her skills over to her virtual assistant […]