Almost half of Brits are concerned that using mobility scooters could impact how they are perceived in the workplace. According to survey of just over 1,000 British adults, as many as 47 per cent would be worried about using current models of mobility aids in the workplace, out of fears it could affect their professional […]
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Fears over mobility aids affecting professional image
Talent quits UK post-Brexit referendum
Britain is now losing more professionals to the 27 member nations of the EU than it has gained from them, according to a new report. LinkedInโs latest UK Workforce Report has revealed that migration has been decreasing since the UK voted to leave the EU, with the number of professionals arriving in the UK dropping […]
PA Life readers reveal if they are battering their credit card
Our avid readers have responded to a Twitter poll asking if they are often falling into their overdraft at the end of the month. After a studyย discovered that millions of Brits feel like they are living beyond their means, and their salaries aren’t lasting until the end of the month, 43 per cent of you […]
Join the Delegate Wranglers this May
Looking to gain some new networking opportunities and learn how to play casino games? Why not head down to the Delegate Wranglers event next week. Taking place May 9, 2018 from 4pm to 9pm at Resorts World Birmingham, guests will get the chance to play video games in the Vortex, enjoy complimentary drinks and canapรฉs […]
Why itโs so important to view your event space as part of the planning process
Maria Fuller, EA and author of How to be a PA, shares some helpful tips on how to manage an event more efficiently and what you can do to ensure your event runs as smooth as possible If youโre employed in a business support role, itโs likely at some point in your career, you will […]
New research shows how to tackle employee absences
Absences are significantly impacting UK businesses in terms of productivity and the impact on other members of staff. But there are ways of keeping on top of absences, including monitoring the problem effectively, and then responding to the results, according to software specialist Activ Absence. The company has highlighted that Gatwick Airport was recently forced […]
Ever posted something online you regret?
Have you ever posted something online you wished you hadnโt? For six in ten Brits itโs something they have all had to face. Researchers discovered that 47 per cent wish that they could permanently delete aspects of their digital past, due to fears of it being used in ways they didnโt intend. Pictures of past […]
Hands up – Who has ever lied about their salaryโฆ?
If youโve lied about your salary at dinner parties, youโre not alone โ with one in ten Brits having apparently exaggerated about what they earn at dinner parties. Job titles, too, are often embellished, while lies about owning a second property, the value of their houses, qualifications, speaking another language and the places theyโve travelled […]
All Star Lanes introduces new venue with Americana twist
All Star Lanes has bolstered its venue offering with the addition of its new location in Westfield London, Shepherdโs Bush. The latest location made its debut on April 23, which boasts a Miami-inspired design, an exclusive private room, two art deco bars and more. Lush fixtures and fittings with an Americana twist adorn the new […]
Unique venues top picks
We have comprised a list of exciting venues for you to check out in the City this week Unique venues, a bespoke service Function Fixers is the market leader in sourcing unique venues, mostly in the UK, but also across Europe and even further afield. Our friendly team are on hand to help you every […]
Are you battering your credit card at the end of the monthโฆ?
Do you regularly dip into your overdraft or fall back on your credit cards towards the end of the month? Well, youโre not alone, according to a new report which has found that millions of Brits feel they are living beyond their means, and that their salaries arenโt stretching enough. The research by Vantage Leasing […]
Three top tips to eliminate stress in the workplace
As we come to the end of Stress Awareness Month, a leading spokesman in the field has provided three simple steps to eliminate the problem in the workplace. Over 12 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2016/17, according to the Health and Safety Executive. Dr Philip McCrea, Chief […]
Penelope Alice soaks up the hospitality in Windsor
Some work peers and I visited Windsor last weekend as part of the PA Life Clubโs second FAM Trip with The Agendo Organisation and the Royal Borough of Windsor. We travelled down Friday afternoon for an overnight stay at the Foxhills Hotel, and what a stunning venue this three-star hotel is. Located between 400 acres […]
Southeast event expo launches to rival London shows
This May will see the launch of the Venues and Events Expo Southeast. The first event of its kind in the region. Kicking of May 31 at the Kent Event Centre, Kent, the event promises to bring the best venues and event suppliers together under one roof. Hosted by two event companies, the new show […]
How to encourage staff to exercise at work
Sitting down for long periods in the office does little for our health making it even more important to consider exercising at work. Greg Stewart, head of furniture at Office Depot, shares how companies can encourage employees to be more active in the workplace. With On Your Feet Britain taking place this week, there has […]
London Christmas Party Show reveals โinspirationalโ seminar programme
The London Christmas Party Show has outlined this yearโs seminar programme, set to feature a range of โinspirational contentโ. Taking place May 15 and 16 at the recently refurbished Plasterersโ Hall EC2, eight different sessions will run over the course of the VIP Agentsโ Evening (May 15) and Corporate Event Buyersโ Day (May 16). The […]
Top 10 stories of the week
As we continue to keep you informed on whatโs happening in the events world and keep up to date, donโt forget to check us out onย Twitter,ย Facebookย orย LinkedIn. 1. Hay fever leaves employees struggling to complete work, says research One in five sufferers have had to call in sick as the itchy eyes, runny noses and sneezing […]
The Outlook Creative Group joins the PA Life Event Planning Masterclass
The Outlook Creative Group has joined the second PA Life Masterclass, which will have a key focus on event planning. Taking place at No. 4 Hamilton Place on May 29, the company will discuss how PAs can plan an event from start to finish. Hosted by The Outlook Creative Groupโs Sarah Skates and Andrew Dymock, […]