There’s still plenty of time to enjoy the warm summer weather. It’s the perfect opportunity for businesses to get their employees out of the office into the sunshine, so here are six ways to get the team outside. 1 Volunteer as a team Rather than a traditional team-building activity, why not get employees involved in […]

We talk a lot about work-life balance here at PA Life, but sometimes you do have to make sacrifices if you’re career-driven. That doesn’t mean your social butterfly side wait for you to have free time. Rachel Hosie from The Telegraph has put together some great tips for those who want to maintain a social […]

Management behaviour is contributing to rising stress in the workplace, with employees blaming their own bosses for adding to the pressures they feel, new research from MetLife shows. The study shows 69% of employees say that the behaviour of managers in their organisation has increased stress and that the rising pressure is having a major […]

A new study has revealed that viruses are more dangerous when they infect victims in the morning, and that those who work shifts or are jet lagged are more susceptible to infection. The University of Cambridge research reveals that viruses are 10 times more successful if the infection started in the morning. The findings also […]

You’re invited to tour The Elvetham hotel in Hampshire on Thursday, 29 September from 6pm-9pm. The Elvetham is an independent conference, training, meeting and events venue with 72 bedrooms. Set in 35 acres of focused grounds, it is the perfect location for private dining, senior leadership team meetings and team-building events. Join the PA Life team […]

A jury decided last week that Francine Giani, Executive Director of the Utah Department of Commerce wrongfully terminated her EA in 2013 and then denied her severance benefits. The court ordered $240,000 (around £184,000) damages to be paid to Rebekah Conner, the former EA to Giani. Conner claims Giani mistrusted her because her husband was […]

Hotly anticipated unemployment figures are due out on Wednesday and will serve as an indication of business sentiment in the current market conditions. A survey from the CIPD shows a softening in hiring intentions, and this follows the Bank of England’s forecast that unemployment will rise in the coming years. In these uncertain conditions, the […]

Getting your foot in the door with a potential employer starts with your CV. Recruiters receive so many applications that it’s key to make your CV stand out from the crowd. Luckily, Glassdoor has put together seven ways to do just that. 1 Tailor your CV This doesn’t mean you have to rewrite your entire […]

New research from leading recruitment specialist Robert Half UK reveals that organisations in the UK are more open to hiring boomerang employees – those returning to a former employer. Companies are becoming increasingly receptive to the idea of rehiring former workers, with 83% of HR executives reporting they are more accepting of boomerang employees than […]

As Vince Lombardi famously stated, “Confidence is contagious. So is lack of confidence.” PAs rarely receive praise or feedback, so how do we know we’re doing a good job and keep ourselves motivated? asks Abigail Jones Does your boss regularly thank you for your hard work? Have you recently been offered a pay rise or […]

A study of 1096 British workers, including home workers and those who work from the office, carried out by CartridgePeople.com in its SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) Workers Report revealed that 57% believe they manage to get more work done when they are based at home, compared to when they are at their place of work. […]

A new study conducted at the University of Zurich shows job burnout may be caused by a disconnect between an employee’s needs and the characteristics of his or her job. This mismatch between personality and work environment makes people more prone to burnout. In other words, if you’re an outgoing person and your job inhibits […]

As GCSE and A-Level results come out and thousands of young people make decisions on their futures, Pitman Training, the UK’s leading independent training provider, releases statistics that get under the skin of the psyche of young people and their attitude toward their careers. Research by Pitman Training reveals that young people are against more […]

The UK’s decision to leave the European Union has resulted in a softening in employers’ hiring intentions, according to the latest CIPD/Adecco Group UK & Ireland Labour Market Outlook. This unique data is based on UK employer sentiment in the two weeks before and two weeks after the EU Referendum and shows that employers surveyed […]

Bored with your office lunch? Does a sandwich leave you feeling bloated or tired in the afternoon? Tudor Park’s new Executive Head Chef Alfonso Salvaggio has put together a selection of packed lunch ideas that will stimulate the taste buds as well as the brain cells. Alfonso (pictured left) and his 13-strong team of chefs […]

Stumble down the rabbit hole this Christmas into a mysterious world where tropical plants thrive even in the depth of winter and giant fish swim through tranquil pools. Suitable for groups of 150-650, you’d have to be mad as a hatter not to join the Barbican! Packages start from £89+VAT per person. Standing Reception £89+VAT to include: […]

Knowledge of local customs, security risks and legal systems is indispensable for PAs planning corporate travel around the world. Review Travel explains all. A recent survey conducted by Collinson Group found that a fifth of HR professionals have no corporate travel partner or travel management company (TMC) in place. In a world where the safety […]

Looking for something new this Christmas? Discover Alice in Winterland at the Barbican, celebrate in style at Stanbrook Abbey Hotel, or enjoy the circus at RIBA Venues. To ensure your next event is as magical as the space itself, take a look at our August Christmas Top Picks. Alice in Winterland at the Barbican Conservatory […]