A survey of employers in England and Wales by intermediary Jelf Employee Benefits highlights the damage to work and productivity caused by employees’ personal financial problems. The research, undertaken in the first half of 2017, surveyed more than 300 employers in private, public and third-sector organisations. According to the findings, employers believe that money worries may […]

The Tower of London, one of six venues cared for by independent charity Historic Royal Palaces, has launched a new activity to attract team-building events and add a new dimension to its business events offering. The new activity – Tower Pursuits – has been designed in partnership with team-building expert Wildgoose and brings to life […]

Welcome back to our weekly spotlight on helpful apps. We focus on a variety of products that are useful for work, personal use, or both, providing our own thoughts on the apps and what you can do with them. This week we eat healthier with Zipongo. An intro to Zipongo When you’re busy at work […]

British workers in search of a snack look in the office fridge or food cupboards 13 times a day, according to new research, with some saying they do it simply because they’re bored. A survey by appliance retailer AppliancesDirect.co.uk reveals the average employee opens the fridge eight times a day and search the cupboards five […]

The obsession with technology that keeps us constantly connected is putting the British working population at risk of burnout, with a staggering 91% failing to establish a healthy work-life balance because they refuse to turn off their devices. A survey by ElectricTobacconist.co.uk as part of the UK Gadget Usage Report 2017 reveals that as many […]

As we are more than halfway through 2017 and that little bit closer to the festive season, Smart Christmas Parties is celebrating by offering you the chance to win a £250 voucher for either Selfridges or John Lewis. This December, Smart Christmas Parties is hosting spectacular shared parties across London and St Albans. With canapés […]

The daily commute can leave employees tired before they even get to the office, but new research shows those who walk to work feel more energised and less stressed. A study conducted by ASICS shows those who take the train, tube, or bus are three times more stressed and twice as tired as those who […]

Contrary to the belief that most people would hand in their notice as soon as they found out they’d won the lottery, a staggering 83% of Brits say they wouldn’t tell their boss they’d hit the jackpot. A survey of 2,000 workers conducted by online gaming site WinkSlots.com also reveals that only 8% would tell […]

Make it a night you’ll never forget with 50% off Lucky Voice’s new karaoke bar in Islington. Discover London’s biggest and best Irish bar for your next corporate event or Christmas party with Waxy O’Connors, or experience London’s newsest and most exclusive venue, Sea Containers Events – the perfect backdrop to host your seasonal celebrations. […]

With the BBC releasing the salaries of its highest-paid stars, the hot topic of the moment is whether people should feel free to discuss their pay with their colleagues. A recent Twitter poll revealed 53% of PA Life readers think remuneration should be kept private, but those who thought it was acceptable feel quite strongly. […]

Craig Harris knows first-hand what it’s like to be told he didn’t have the right experience for a job. Here he discusses how he overcame adversity to land his dream role “Success is what happens after you stop making excuses.” How true is this? Sometimes it’s easy to find the excuse for why we haven’t […]

Escape the office this summer and pick up a paddle with colleagues or clients for an action-packed day white water rafting at Lee Valley White Water Centre. Combine this adrenalin-packed activity with meeting room hire so once you’re done with business you can swap your suit for a wetsuit. Your team or delegates will be […]

Butlin’s Conference & Events has announced its 2017 festive package, offering companies a refreshing new alternative to traditional celebrations this Christmas with a residential package from just £185 per person*. The dinner, bed and breakfast package, which is available on selected dates in November and December 2017 and January 2018, offers a number of added […]

Office workers’ sedentary lifestyle poses a risk to their health, says Peter Haling from The Health Quest. Here are his tips for busy PAs to sneak in a bit of exercise at their desk Anyone who’s ever had back pain will know just how debilitating it can be. According to the UK Statistics Authority (2015), […]

It has been announced that the inaugural Hire Space Awards are set to take place at Landing Forty Two at the Leadenhall Building on 24 October. The awards celebrate the best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event bookers from across the UK. The evening will […]

Sustainability is a hot topic for today’s businesses, with governments all over the world putting strict guidelines into place. Chelsea Langston-Lloyd explains how PAs and office managers can go green with some simple changes We are all busy in our day jobs and thinking about being sustainable in the workplace isn’t really at the forefront […]

Molly Dyson heads to the outskirts of Reading for a slower pace at Wasing Park Located near the picturesque village of Aldermaston, just 45 minutes from London, lies the expanse of the Wasing Estate. Nestled among the land’s historic fishing lakes and farms is Wasing Park and its eclectic variety of event venues, complete with […]

Contrary to the fact that flexible working options are on the rise, new research shows employees under the age of 35 actually prefer being based at an office to working from home. A study commissioned by managed services provider Maintel shows younger employees feel they are more productive in the office, with 48% saying this […]