Research data published by a cybersecurity expert at NordLayer shows that phishing websites are not identified by as many as 68% of people. The expert analysis reveals the ten most common cybersecurity mistakes employees make. With hybrid work models and working from anywhere still popular, the risks increase, along with potential costs for businesses. NordLayer […]

Center Parcs looks back on a successful first year following the relaunch of its dedicated corporate events venue at Woburn Forest, following a £2.5m refurbishment.   Center Parcs Conferences & Events today celebrates one year since reawakening its Woburn Forest venue in September 2022, following a period of closure and extensive £2.5m refurbishment.   Over […]

Negotiating venue find and event contracts can be overwhelming, especially if you’re not well-versed in the nuances of contracts. They can come laden with jargon and unfavourable terms that can leave you feeling uncertain about the value you’re getting or stuck with terms you didn’t fully understand. It’s moments like these when you wish you […]

Millions of workers across the UK are set to have more control over their working patterns after the Flexible Working Bill has achieved Royal Assent. The bill means that anyone will have the right to request flexible or remote working from day one of a new job. But how to ensure remote working success and […]

Christmas work parties are fun, but arranging one can be daunting for PAs. It’s a time-bound process that requires a meticulous strategy to ensure organisational goals are met at every stage.  From defining ideas to managing a budget and creating a timeline to drafting contingency plans, every step requires attention to detail. Managing office Christmas […]

Legacy Marketplace have chosen five sustainable Christmas gift ideas from their extensive range of  options – all chosen to delight your business clients and staff. With summer behind us, you might have noticed an influx of emails suggesting that it’s time to think of thoughtful Christmas gifts for your business clients. As a PA, you’ll […]

The PA Life Star Awards 2023 opened for nominations in on August 21st and will close at midnight on September 22nd. The nominations come in from PAs, EAs, VAs and Office Managers – who are invited to nominate themselves, a colleague or a friend – it’s a good time to introduce you to the panel […]

Line managers face big challenges today that are frequently overlooked. They’re now tasked with supporting multi-generational and hybrid teams who have different expectations of work, but often aren’t being given the appropriate support themselves. This is short-sighted. The impact of a manager’s behaviour, working style, and mindset on employee experience and culture can be seismic. […]

Workplaces, in a reflection of wider society, are becoming more polarised. Byrne Dean works with large employers on culture and behaviour and discuss the current climate when it comes to freedom of speech at work. In his opinion people are making less effort to understand each other, and are paying less attention to the obligations […]

Supporting Employees with Mobility Challenges is a critical aspect of building an inclusive and productive workforce. The journey towards inclusivity can be challenging, yet it’s what separates companies that merely survive from those that truly thrive. In the face of adversity, some organizations may hesitate to hire or support employees with mobility challenges. This hesitation […]

Lviv’s business events community transforms challenges into solutions amidst the impact of war. Humanitarian hubs, charitable initiatives, and innovation mark their response. Noteworthy are hotels turned shelters, IT companies aiding modernization, and Lviv’s commitment to building connections. Winning titles like European Youth Capital 2025 and hosting international conferences despite adversity illustrate the city’s unyielding spirit. […]

Emirates Old Trafford has launched a new Eco Roof Garden as part of the continual development of the venue and as part of a sustainability pledge to operate the home of Lancashire Cricket as one of the most sustainable multi-purpose stadiums in the UK. The new rooftop terrace forms part of the UA92 Players’ and […]

A gap on your CV would often be viewed as a negative for a candidate keen to make themselves stand out from the crowd in the ever-competitive job market – as a result, people would have been previously reluctant to take a career break, or a sabbatical. No longer. One person’s career break is another […]

An in-depth nationwide study conducted by ClickJobs.io revealed a surprising 42% of participants hold the belief that their workplace is toxic. Similarly, the Society of Human Resources Management found a comparable trend in the United States, with one out of every four working Americans expressing a sense of apprehension about going to work. Poor leadership […]

“I often get into a discussion about LinkedIn being social media and I am saying no. The main reason is that social media uses followers and views as metrics, you always hear people talking about these things, but in the LinkedIn world it is different. ”  – Tony K Silver is a LinkedIn profiler and […]

PA Life Club members enjoyed a fantastic afternoon and evening of magical entertainment on August 18th.  30 of our Club members attended the Meet Up to watch the original production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre in London’s West End. Huge thanks go to the Harry Potter and the Cursed […]

Our August PA Life Club member competition prize is a fantastic summer treat. One lucky member will win a gorgeous set of high performing skincare by Oskia, a luxury nutri-cosmeceutical beauty brand that specialises in cellular skin nutrition for beautiful, healthy skin. The Rejuvenating Edit is worth £130.  The perfect edit of our rejuvenating, multi-award […]

It seems that the warm weather has returned and with temperatures rising, some of us may have to re-think our office wardrobe for the millionth time this year! Ally Boldan, a PR and Communications Executive at instantprint recently carried out a survey with help of her team where they quizzed over 1,000 UK office workers […]