Gender-specific support in the workplace is set to be a major area for growth in 2023, and employers need to be prepared, says Peppy, the digital health app. Gender-specific support in the workplace is set to be a major area for growth in 2023 and employers need to be prepared, according to digital health app,ย Peppy. […]
Marja Toseland
Gender specific support at work a major growth area in 2023
The rise of gratitude getaways to support in-house talent
Cat Bird, National Sales Manager at Center Parcs Conferences & Events talks about the rise in gratitude getaways as a way to add support for staff. The three phrases most used by event planners when they come to us and describe what type of event they want to run is โimmersiveโ, โa thank youโ, and […]
Working From Home trends most impacting events and awards
With working from home now firmly established as the norm for many, how has this mega-trend impacted event planners and their events? How has it affected the appetite for getting together at events? Have organisers changed their approach? And have events become more important than ever to foster community among a fragmented and remote workforce? […]
Entertainment review: ABBA Voyage
There has been some scepticism regarding ABBAโs latest venture into transforming their 1970s selves into performing digital avatars. Amy Lawrence went to experience it at the ABBA Arena in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. I myself was a little suspicious. I love live music, particularly the energy and power of bands and audiences feeding off […]
Is this thing on? Communications experts reveal tips for public speaking
Public speaking is a vital skill for most professionals today. You don’t have to be a public figure to need the skills on communication effectively to an audience. Like with any skill, practice makes perfect and there are also easy to follow tips on what to avoid and what to remember to include in your […]
Act your wage: expert comment on new trend & how to ask for a pay rise
โAct your wageโ, a new trend gaining popularity on Tik Tok*, sees Gen Z workers in particular not doing more work than theyโre actually paid to do. It is similar to โquiet quittingโ in many ways as both involve sticking to the job description and refusing to go above and beyond. Gareth Hoyle, Managing Director […]
Excellence, legacy and sustainability take centre stage at ABPCO 2022 Awards
The 2022 ABPCO Excellence Awards, which took place on Friday 9 December saw association and not- for-profit event professionals gather at the ICC Birmingham to celebrate a year of achievement across a range of categories The winners of the 2022 ABPCO Excellence Awards were: Best Event by an In-house PCOย โย NASUWT for the Teachersโ Union Annual […]
DECEMBER COMPETITION: ยฃ2000 TEAM BUILDING DAY AT WHILTON MILL
Whilton Mill Karting & Outdoor Activities venue is donating a fabulous prize to one lucky PA Life reader. Their generous gift is a chance to win a Team Building day at Whilton Mill worth ยฃ2,000! Thatโs right, Whilton Mill are giving away a team building day at Whilton Mill Karting & Outdoor Activities for ten […]
New Year, New You? A lighthearted look at 2023 Resolutions For Managers
According to a survey by Finder UK, only 9% of people set resolutions for career progression in 2022.ย โNew Year, New Youโ is a well-used platitude but as many of us happily wave goodbye to 2022 and we think ahead of all to come in 2023, the team at Serenity in Leadership gives us lighthearted […]
City banks are told to tackle class prejudice and increase board engagement
The City of London Corporation finds accents and parental status still determines career progression in finance. We are pleased to hear of a promise of a long overdue action to tackle it. For the banks to successfully tackle class prejudice boards must also learn that engagement and education are equally vital to good governance. HM […]
Ascot offers the perfect way to combat networking nostalgia
When we think of things that we are nostalgic for, networking may not be the first thing that springs to mind. However, you might be surprised. When Covid-19 hit, it put an immediate halt on networking as we knew it. With conferences and events all cancelled, networking became virtual overnight and Zoom calls became the […]
Christmas Cocktails & Canapes โ the Ultimate Guideย
If youโre in search of a stress-free way to entertain festive guests this Christmas, then a glamorous cocktail party will always deliver. Forgo the feasting and keep things simple with sensational cocktail and canape pairings. Liz Taylor of the event planners, ย Taylor Lynn Corporation, shares her top three combinations for a stylish Christmas with zero […]
Finding the balance when reviewing travel policies
Lone Konradsen, Agiitoโs Head of Customer Insight, shares her insight in reviewing travel policies, do you free the bird or keep it caged? Life rarely gets simpler, especially for business travellers. The pandemic has changed almost everything, from how often we travel and by what mode of transport, to whether we travel at all. The […]
Booze, bullying, and beatings โ the need for a work Christmas party etiquette
Andrea London, Partner at Winckworth Sherwood, talks about getting back to work socials and what is the etiquette work a Christmas party. News that a former employee was found to be wrongfully dismissed for not being โfunโ at work has piqued the interest of employees and their bosses worldwide. As we emerge from the less […]
Top Wellness Travel Trends for 2023 and the best destinations to visit
Health and Fitness Travel, the wellness holiday specialists has compiled their predictions for the trends set to dominate the wellness travel industry in 2023 and the best destinations to visit to experience these emerging health-enhancing trends. Health and Fitness Travel has noticed a marked uptick in travellers seeking to enhance their immunity, switch to a […]
The PA Show Canary Wharf – the new boutique edition hailed a success!
The PA Show Canary Wharf brought a new boutique edition to the heart of Londonโs Business District in November offering a new intimate show experience. Over 600 PAs, EAs, VAs and Office Managers came to experience the one-day event enjoying excellent content, networking opportunities and meeting with over 70 suppliers showcasing products and services. With […]
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is changing the game when it comes to food
Under the guidance and expertise of Executive Head Chef and National Vice Chairman of Craft Guild of Chefs, Mark Reynolds, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is changing the game when it comes to food. Using only the highest quality local suppliers and the freshest produce, discover a plethora of carefully curated menus featuring everything from Pan-Asian-inspired street […]
How to Navigate and Network Your Way in the World of Sport?
With the 2022 World Cup currently headlining news channels across the country, most of us can agree that sporting events can be a PRโs dream and disaster. There have been controversies quite rightly, as football fans, pundits and even people with no interest in the game continue to voice their opinions on this tournamentโs location, […]