New research from the CIPD shows that flexible workers in the capital are more satisfied with their jobs, feel under less pressure and have better work-life balance than those who don’t work flexibly. The research also highlights the amount of time Londoners spend commuting – an average of 47 minutes travelling to work each way, […]

Women book their flights 1.9 days earlier than their male counterparts, according to Carlson Wagonlit Travel’s (CWT) analysis of 6.4 million air booking transactions. They therefore pay an average of around 2% less for their tickets than men. The full findings are published today by CWT in a white paper: “Gender differences in booking business […]

Requesting a meeting with your boss or a colleague is nerve-racking, but the topic of conversation is what makes most people uncomfortable. New research by marketing firm Fractl shows exactly which conversations are the most dreaded at work. The survey reveals that 66% of people go into a difficult conversation planning to be agreeable and […]

Skyline Worldwide, a leading brand in the field of serviced accommodation, has entered into partnership with YourWelcome. By the end of April, all Skyline serviced apartments in London will be provided with touchscreen technology devices loaded with the YourWelcome app. The YourWelcome app enables accommodation providers to create their own welcome video and instruction guide […]

Work-life balance was the top reason people decided to look for a new job last year, with many saying they’d take a pay cut for more flexible arrangements. But Career Coach Caroline Ceniza-Levine says it’s not always necessary to prioritise your personal life over money and vice versa. She says there are six clear steps […]

With the PA Life Summit fast approaching, we thought we would give you a sneak preview of how Guinness World Records works with PAs to create the incredible employee engagement experiences that Guinness World Records will be showcasing at the summit. Thinking about summer parties, Olympic sports days, Halloween and maybe – dare we say it – […]

Companies are increasingly being held responsible for ensuring their employees are fit for work. With the UK government clamping down on drink and drug drivers, businesses are being urged to adopt new health and safety procedures regarding drug and alcohol misuse in the workplace. According to the Department for Transport, drugs and alcohol cost British […]

PA Life and Woburn House are pleased to invite readers to an evening of networking, fantastic food and cocktails at the venue on 26 April from 5.30pm-8.30pm. Following a recent £2 million revamp, Woburn House features eight bright and spacious rooms accommodating up to 200 guests or 500 for exclusive hire. Located within walking distance […]

Dreamcar Events was established in 2004 to provide on road supercar and prestige corporate driving events. With a fleet of more than 40 vehicles and an in-house event team to take care of your every need, let Dreamcar Events take care of your corporate hospitality or incentive requirements this year. From full-day driving events, fully […]

Awards design company Podium Designs has commissioned research into the importance of office appreciation. The results were rather bleak, showing that many UK employees don’t feel appreciated at work. The survey of 750 people across the UK highlights a huge failing in office appreciation. Key findings from the study include: Only 16% of employees had […]

What is a Virtual Assistant? Could you have VA skills and not even know it? Emily Mills, UKIN Region EA Team Lead at Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) will be helping PAs and EAs discover their potential and learn whether they have a VA’s skill set at the next PA Life Training Day. As EA Team […]

Combining a world-class training programme, 10 inspirational guest speakers and more than 125 carefully selected exhibitors, there are many reasons to come to office* on 11-12 May at ExCeL London. Learn about time management, people skills, career coaching and much more, with 36 CPD-accredited seminars hosted by top international trainers. Or research ideas for your […]

Workers around the UK are swapping their keyboards for crayons, with almost one in seven (14%) using colouring books at work for productivity and relaxation, a new study has revealed. A survey by global office supplier Staples has found we’re becoming a nation of colourists, with almost a third (29%) of UK adults owning an […]

There are some days when work is a real drag; you might start to question why you do what you do. When you’re struck by these moments of woe, think about the following words by Paolo Gallo, Chief Human Resources Officer at the World Economic Forum to help you find meaning in your work. Gallo […]

No matter what type of business you work for, it’s important to make every penny count to ensure your business is on the road to success. There are many costs that are unavoidable for all businesses – energy being one of them. Unfortunately it can also be the one that accounts for the biggest outgoing […]

We have our own work ideals here in the UK, but new research shows that money and perks aren’t always enough for our counterparts across the pond. A study finds many Americans would move jobs in order to find happiness. The research commissioned by Cornerstone OnDemand reveals that career satisfaction and work-life balance are the […]

Looking for a bit of light reading to pick up on your lunch break? Comics aren’t everybody’s “thing”, but publisher Action Lab is set to print a new series based on its storyline about a human resources temp who works for a group of bumbling superheroes called Super Human Resources. The story is about Tim, […]

Last week we gave you some tips for staying resilient with a bad boss. But sometimes a manager is so inept or rude that it becomes necessary to look for other work. Executive Coach Monique Caissie recently wrote a blog post for the Canadian Huffington Post explaining five good reasons to leave a horrible boss. […]