It may still be unusually mild out, however now is the time to focus on planning that all-important Christmas party. David Willmin, sales director at Ashridge House Events and Conferences, shares his advice, whether you’re booking for a large party or are seeking an alternative Christmas meal. With the summer coming to an end, it’s […]

A new survey has revealed that one-third of us – more than ten million* of the UK workforce – are ‘coasting’ at work. As many as 32 per cent of workers in the UK have admitted to ‘coasting’ while clocked-in at work and in their career, as the country battles to solve a productivity crisis which, […]

The average daily commute has increased by 18 hours compared to over a decade ago, with many workers travelling for up to 58 minutes both ways. Getting to and from work now takes five minutes longer, according to new analysis published by the TUC, which marks the annual Commute Smart Week organised by Work Wise […]

The somewhat shocking statistics are revealed in a survey nearly 50 years since the Equal Pay Act was introduced. A study carried out by the Fawcett Society reveals that one in three men (35 per cent) and women (33 per cent) are not aware that pay discrimination in the workplace is illegal, reports HR Magazine. The research, which surveyed more […]

With time being a luxury for most businesses, seeing every candidate when interviewing is not always an option. Here are five top tips to consider when interviewing remotely. Seeing every candidate when interviewing for a role is often unachievable and not a good use of time, which is precious in any business. Therefore, telephone or video interviews […]

Julia Charles, the co-owner of Julia Charles Event Management, transfixed guests today during the opening presentation at the Event Agency Forum in the Hilton Hotel Canary Wharf. She discussed her career to date and how she achieved stand-out success with the help of the BBC show Dragons’ Den, how she lost it all and then […]

Inside Manchester’s Grade II listed Refuge Assurance Company building is The Principal Hotel, where it has become a hive for private dining and business meetings. Jade Burke heads to the landmark hotel to check out what facilities it has to offer in the North. What once was the head office for the Refuge Assurance Company […]

How we choose to travel for business is rapidly changing, new research has found, with many choosing to travel for bleisure. According to new data gathered by SAP Concur Travel and Expense between January and December 2017, the company found that bleisure trips have spiked by 46 per cent across EMEA. SAP Concur has defined […]

Today marks the final day you’ll be able to nominate yourself or a colleague for the PA Life Awards, taking place at the Christmas party this month. You can nominate yourself or a colleague by sending a short paragraph to Jade Burke explaining why you or your colleague should be in with a chance of […]

New renders of the new Odeon Luxe Leicester Square have been unveiled. The cinema,which will be the backdrops to world premieres will reopen this Christmas following a multi-million pound upgrade. Designed for Royal, Global and European film premieres, the multi-million pound luxury refurbishment of Odeon Luxe Leicester Square recaptures the golden age of cinema. The new cinema, which will reopen […]

Lucy Chamberlain, the founder and CEO of C&C Search, explains how changing one’s mindset can help PAs unlock super powers in order to make a difference and add value in their business. In today’s business world, you very rarely luck into things. The rise of the gig economy and multi-hyphen careers means PAs need to leverage emotional intelligence, actively seek out opportunities for personal growth […]

As we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. Interview: Fello’s Simone Buckley on the changing world of business travel Having worked with PAs for over 23 years, travel management company Fello knows how to make booking business travel […]

Known as a talented magician up and down the country, Tony Steward will be showcasing his impressive tricks and skills during a night of festivities at the PA Life Christmas party this month at Toy Room. Find out more about his acts and career below. Tony Steward is one of the most talented magicians in […]

A survey carried out by Automatic Data Processing (ADP) reveals that almost a third of UK workers are struggling to establish a good work/life balance. With technology improving at such a rapid rate, and the modern office opening up its interiors to become more hybrid workspaces, UK workers are struggling to clock-off, a study by Automatic Data Processing (ADP) has shown. The study, […]

Story Events returns next year with its London Summer Event Show, where a string of new event suppliers will be taking to the show floor as part of the #StoryGivesBack initiative. Below, we meet some of these innovative new suppliers. As an EA/PA, you most definitely have the business looking to you for the most […]

If you knew you could get away with a little white lie would you tell it? Four in ten Brits have revealed that they would happily be dishonest if they thought they couldn’t be found out. Researchers who carried out a study of 2,000 adults found that half of us would pocket any cash left […]

Taking place between December 5 to 6, the annual conference of UK academic venues has confirmed sales, marketing and mental health and well-being as major themes of the event. The annual conference of UK academic venues, hosted by Academic Venue Solutions (AVS), is taking place this December, with a focus on all operational elements of […]

Would you consider yourself a ‘couch potato’? This is a person who is physically active in their leisure time, but who also spends long periods of time sat time, which isn’t unusual for many office workers. However, it seems employees are wrongly assuming that keeping active during leisure time will protect them from the danger […]