The stage is set for a memorable festive experience at Ascot Racecourse this year as the venue launches a new series of corporate Christmas party packages for up to 3,000 guests. The magic of the festive season, full of goodwill, celebration, and unity, will prove even more meaningful this year after a long period of lockdown, restrictions, […]
By Kayleigh Frost, Head of Clinical Support at Health Assured… Presenteeism is a serious issue. People continuing to attend the office when sick, stressed, or burnt-out is a vicious cycle. If you’re already suffering, working through it isn’t going to make it any better. You might spend time at your desk, but when you’re unable […]
As part of our series of articles looking at the re-opening of venues and events, we talk to IET London: Savoy Place… When are you expecting your venue to open for events? We’re closely following the advice in the Government’s roadmap as well as our own internal COVID-19 health and safety protocols, so we’re currently […]
Let EG Chauffeurs take the reins for you with its Europe Chauffeur Service from London to anywhere in Europe. If you are planning a business or leisure trip from London to Europe or vice versa and you wish to avoid the crowded airports, travelling on a private chauffeured car is a cost-effective option. The company […]
We’re delighted to announce that leading training and mentoring specialist Lauren Bradley is joining PA Life as a regular columnist. Lauren is the founder of The Officials, which was launched in 2015 as a community for administrative assistants to share knowledge, build connections and find support. Over the years, the organisation has expanded to offer […]
If you’re looking for a new idea for corporate gifts and staff rewards, check out the range from Sipful. Sipful products are created using organic wine and 100% natural fruit to produce a range of fully recyclable canned alcoholic drinks to enjoy both at home and on the go. The range is proudly ‘zero-manipulation’, meaning no […]
Further to new reports by the BBC that almost all 50 of the UK’s biggest employers have said they do not plan to bring staff back to the office full-time, a selection of industry experts reveal their thoughts on the future of hybrid working… Hybrid working will lead to a better, more balanced existence The […]
As PAs and corporate bookers look for event options and venues navigate the loosening of restrictions, PA Life looks at the options for events over the coming weeks. We speak to Elena Kruger at Church House Westminster about the demand for the venue’s live, hybrid and virtual options and the demand right now from bookers… […]
The nation is returning to work for the wrong reasons, and that is to the detriment of our mental health, according to a new report from wellbeing and performance company, PUSH. The report, which pulls data from a recently conducted Yougov survey commissioned by PUSH, suggests that 36% of the working population think they will […]
If you feel that your boss is the hardest part of the job, you are not alone. According to Google trend data, the search term how to deal with my boss, has received a 6,100% uplift in searches within the last month alone. As the WFH movement is set to continue, trying to navigate a […]
If you get sweaty palms at the thought of signing a group card, new guidance has been released to help those suffering from anxiety-led writers’ block. A new study of 2,000 adults found more than half (52 per cent) feel anxious when it comes to signing a card with friends or colleagues. A third (32 […]
Bain and Gray’s Executive Director Tray Durrant provides the first in a two-part series providing market insights from the recruitment specialist’s annual survey… Little did we know at the start of 2020 the tumultuous year that lay ahead. Pre-pandemic, the executive support industry was robust and employment at a record high of over 75%. Then […]
PA Life talks to Daniel Whittemore, Sales & Marketing Director at Whilton Mill Karting and Outdoor Activities in Northamptonshire about opening the venue once again for team-building activities – and the demand he’s seeing for bookings… Are you already hosting live team-building events? Thankfully, Whilton Mill Karting & Outdoor Activities reopened for team-building events on […]
The UK’s dedicated business support job board SecsintheCity has opened nominations for its 10th annual PA of the Year Awards. If you’re a PA, EA, Legal PA, or Office Manager, you could be the winner of one of these accolades. Nominations are now open for the 2021 PA of the Year Awards, an annual celebration […]
After a tumultuous year, many Brits are job-hopping and changing industries, but some jobs are more dangerous than others. A new study by GoCompare Life has analysed HSE data from the last five years to find out which jobs are the most dangerous in the UK, based on workplace fatalities. The data also looked at how much […]
It’s safe to say that most people did not expect how affected they would be by the pandemic, both in their personal and professional lives. Practices and beliefs we thought were set in stone are no longer relevant, and everyone is starting to reevaluate the ways we socialise, live and most of all – how […]
A flexible and remote working structure imposed on the nation over the past months, has for the first time in seven years, seen work life balance overtake an attractive salary and benefits package as the most desired factor, when choosing an employer. The findings were revealed by specialist recruiter, Randstad within its latest global employer […]
The Business Travel Association (BTA) has announced the appointment of Andrew Clarke as its new Interim Strategic Director. Clarke will assist in steering the strategic direction of the association for 2022 and beyond, whilst overseeing the evolution and future vision of partnership engagement. He will be pivotal in planning and executing the BTA’s move from an […]
