Okay, so you remember the internet thing where people argued over whether the dress was blue and black or something  and something? Well, it’s happened again, only this time it’s ears rather then eyes that are causing the problem, with a short audio clip that asks listeners whether they are hearing the word ‘Yanny’ or ‘Laurel’. […]

The latest Labour Market Outlook from the CIPD and The Adecco Group shows that employers’ near-term employment expectations have risen to a five-year high. However, the report points out that the continued growth in demand for labour, while highlighting employer optimism, is set to lead to a further tightening of the UK labour market for […]

A poll of almost 3,000 UK workers has revealed the top 30 worst nightmares that can be experienced on the first day at a new job. Among the most cited incidents are, unsurprisingly, turning up late wearing the wrong clothes, being over-dressed, crashing into a colleague’s vehicle in the car park, spilling tea everywhere, getting lost en route to the office and […]

Green Office Week is back for its 10th year, and its organiser Avery UK is on hand to encourage more offices to be eco-friendly. Using the 5 Rs; reduce, re-use, recycle, refuse and repurpose, Avery UK aims to generate more awareness of all five Rs to demonstrate there is still more that Brits can do […]

As Mental Health Awareness Week kicks off, almost one third of UK employees have revealed that they would not feel comfortable talking to their manager about mental health problems. Researchers have discovered that in excess of nine million workers would ‘dread’ discussing their mental wellbeing with their superior due to a fear of being judged. […]

Stress (21%), anxiety (18%) and/or depression (20%) are among the real reason that UK employees call in sick – despite claiming to have a physical health problem – according to research from wellbeing provider BHSF to mark Mental Health Awareness Week (May 14th-20th). In total 42% of employees (from 1,001 full time workers surveyed) have called in sick […]

As Mental Health Awareness kicks off today, the Mental Health Foundation has revealed that almost three quarters of the UK population have felt so stressed that they have felt overwhelmed or unable to cope. While stress isn’t a mental health problem in itself, it often leads to depression, anxiety, self-harm and even suicide. It can […]

If today’s meeting lacks focus, it could be that your staff and colleagues are actually thinking about something entirely different. According to new research, 38 per cent of office workers are thinking about what’s for dinner when they should be concentrating in meetings, with 37 per cent planning for the weekend and 13 per cent […]

Are you looking to get face-to-face with corporate buyers of venues, hospitality and travel? Here’s your chance to do just that at the upcoming PA Life Summit. Taking place Monday 10 September, 2018 at Altitude London, guests will be able to take part in pre-selected meetings with a range of buyers. Suppliers already confirmed include […]

They say ‘the early bird catches the worm’ – well if you are going to have the best Christmas party in history: the reality is you need to start planning now. Otherwise it will be the same old format, same old venue, same old cracker jokes. Emma Wellstead, from Warwick Events shares her top 10 […]

New data from CV-Library indicates that wage growth cross the capital is not as pronounced as other areas in the UK, despite overall salaries being higher in London. The research, based on advertised salaries, shows that national salaries grew on average by two per cent year-on-year in the UK during April, while salaries in London rose by […]

Could Britain be losing top PA and EA talent from overseas? New research indicates the country has become a less attractive place to work for internationals looking to carve out a career since the Brexit vote, losing more professionals to the 27 member nations of the European Union (EU) than it gained from them. According 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. Are you left to the ‘office housework’? Dubbed ‘office housework’ by Harvard Business Review, it seems these less than glamorous tasks are often being left to the women […]

Heading to the London Christmas Party Show tomorrow? Make sue you stop by the PA Life stand E16 and snap up at 10 per cent discount to join the PA Life Club. Usually priced at £89 (including VAT), the member’s only club will be priced at £80.10 (including VAT). Once a member, assistants will be able […]

Butlin’s has announced the addition of two new restaurants to their offering with the opening of ‘The Pub & Kitchen’ at both Bognor Regis and Skegness (pictured, above & below). The openings form part of a multi-million-pound investment across the brand’s three coastal resorts, which the firm says demonstrates its ongoing commitment to developing a quality conference and […]

Personal stylist Lauren Manville will be speaking along with other well-being practitioners at an event for NatWest Boost during Mental Health Week (May 14th-24th). The event takes place on May 15th at NatWest, 250 Bishopsgate in London and Manville has provided few tips in advance on how to avoid burn out an lift spirits. As we know, […]

Active meetings designer, Green Hat People, will be taking part in the upcoming PA Life Event Planning Masterclass this month. Hosting a roundtable, the firm will put together a game to help guests organise the perfect event. Taking place May 29 at No 4 Hamilton Place, London, Grace Barrett, business development manager at Green Hat […]

With summer now almost here, it turns out millions of Brits have spent their winter saving for the warmer months – putting aside almost £500 for summer activities. Two in five Brits made the most of a rainy day this year by stashing away £485 to help cover the costs for the summer. Meanwhile, day […]