If you book a lot of travel, accommodation and handle overseas expenses, you’ll be familiar with the budget-busting annoyance of transaction fees and other hidden costs – and now a study says we pay an average of £416 each a year. Researchers who polled 2,000 UK adults found they spend around £35 a month on added […]
In a poll of 2,000 UK adults conducted by the British Ling Foundation, 23 per cent admitted they do their best to avoid exercise at all costs – and of the 77 per cent who do exercise, 16 per cent only exert themselves once a week. Walking is the exercise Brits are most likely to engage […]
It’s fair to say that most businesses can see a slump in productivity and motivation during the FIFA World Cup (or any big sporting tournament that takes place on working week days). Indeed, data from 2010 shows that British workers tuning into the World Cup in South Africa cost the UK an estimated £5.4 billion […]
Mental health misconceptions are causing one in four UK workers to delay seeking help, according to a new report by Bupa and Mental Health First Aid. The study examined employees’ understanding of key psychological and behavioural symptoms of six of the most prevalent mental health conditions in the UK, as well as identifying widely-held misconceptions. […]
PA Life has joined forces with SITU, a serviced apartment provider, to offer one lucky attendee the chance to win a three-night break. The winner will get to spend three nights in the South West inside one of SITU’s serviced apartments, plus a luxury hamper will also be available inside the apartment for guests to […]
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. What your workspace says about you – seven signs that reveal your true personality An awful lot can be revealed about a person’s personality by taking a look at […]
George Rouse, owner and executive chef at George’s Kitchen, provides the benefits of organising a team breakfast can have for your business, as well as your employees’ wellbeing. Having been continually told ‘breakfast is the most important meal of the day’, the phrase may have lost its meaning. However, breakfast should amount to 20 to […]
A list of the top 20 things men hate about women in the office has been sweeping across social media. But before you furiously hit the hashtag key, it’s an extract from a book published over 70 years ago. Incredibly, there was a whole book dedicated to What Men Don’t Like About Women, written in […]
It’s probably not earth-shattering news, but a new study has underlined the assertion that confidence is key to professional success. ‘What would Madonna/Beyonce/Taylor Swift do’ is a winning tactic here at PA Life, but the impact on style on career development is the focus of the research by personal styling service Trunk Club. The study […]
Switzerland has been billed as Europe’s newest leading MICE destination, where the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne welcomes guests to discover summit meetings. On-site, the resort features the Palace Hotel & Conferences, which are elevated 500m above Lake Lucern, and offers a 2,200m² conference centre equipped with all the latest technologies for up to 900 attendees. […]
Nestlé Professional* has revealed Nestlé Mini Breaks, the latest addition to its workplace confectionary range. Filled with 24 treat size favourites including Kitkat, Toffee Crisp and Smarties, the chocolate selection box is ideal for sharing with colleagues during an office break time or gifting to a team that deserves a tasty thank you. To celebrate […]
The Birmingham PA Forum has launched its brand-new newsletter to keep members of the industry up do date with all its latest announcements. It will also feature information regarding the Birmingham PA Awards this year, as well as for the future. Meanwhile, opportunities to join the Birmingham PA Forum/Awards committees and how to join the […]
Working from home makes staff more productive – while noisy colleagues are the biggest hindrance, according to a new report published for World Productivity Day today (June 20th). The research has been carried out by audio and comms tech specialist Jabra which surveyed business professionals in the UK, US, Germany in France. Topline results show: […]
Travel giant Expedia has published an interactive guide on international etiquette rules. It contains tips for 18 of the most-travelled countries in the world, across five continents. Designed for both business and personal travel, the guide offers expert advice regarding etiquette in restaurants, in people’s homes, how to greet people and common phrases. Many Brits […]
Job interviews are an often daunting experience, but with the right planning and preparation they can be turned into a much smoother process, helping allay any nerves along the way. Workplace experts LondonOffices.com has compiled a list of the top 10 things to help university graduates and jobseekers ace any interview and help land that dream […]
An awful lot can be revealed about a person’s personality by taking a look at their workspace, according to new research from commercial property specialist LondonOffices.com. Chris Meredith, CEO of LondonOffices.com, said: “Getting to know your co-workers has never been easier – just look out for the giveaway signs listed below and you’ll get an overall idea […]
The PA Life Club’s latest FAM trip to Southampton has 10 spaces for Club members to fill. Taking place from July 27 to 28, courtesy of The New Place Hotel, guests will get to experience all Southampton has to offer in terms of corporate events. Arriving Friday, July 27, Club members will get to tuck into […]
London’s West End design-led aparthotel at The Strand, Wilde Aparthotel by Staycity, will welcome Club members next month. Taking place on July 5, 2018, from 6pm to 9pm, guests will be able to take a tour around the space and its varied accommodation offering. Plus, a selection of drinks and nibbles will be available. Located […]
