Social media platforms have quickly taken over as one of the key ways people communicate in the business world. The responsibility of managing a company’s or an executive’s multiple accounts often falls on PAs, but it’s no easy task. Here, Getting Smart’s marketing and communications manager Catherine Wedgwood gives her top tips for keeping it […]
Last time the PA Life Club visited the illustrious London Capital Club, the venue was still renovating its basement. Lucky for me I was part of the group that returned last week for a preview of its new restaurant, Tavern at 15. Our hosts graciously provided us with scrumptious canapés from Head Chef Jean-Didier Gouges, […]
Our last PA Life Training Day of 2015 has proven to be a success for visiting PAs, but the time has come to bring the event to a close. Attendees at the afternoon sessions were given valuable advice by speakers Adam Fidler, Clare Howard and Shelley Fishel on topics such as the PA/boss relationship, the […]
Jockey Club Venues, the world-class brand of 15 famous and historic horseracing venues, hosted an exclusive networking event for agents and media on Tuesday, 10 November at Pennethorne’s Café Bar, Somerset House. Welcoming guests to the event Rebecca Hamilton, Group Head of Marketing for The Jockey Club, explained that the evening cocktail reception is the […]
It’s nice to be nice, especially at Christmas. That’s why Park Crescent Conference Centre (PCCC) has announced its Marks and Spencer rewards system in time for the festive season. For the next six months, organisers enquiring about and booking up event space at the central London venue will earn M&S vouchers – the more they […]
There are companies that book travel. Then there are companies that manage travel. There is a significant difference. Uniglobe Omni goes to great lengths to ensure that every client receives a continuous chain of service. This means a dedicated team assigned to each company account, not a different person on the phone every time you […]
The fourth PA Life Training Day, which is taking place today at the ILEC Conference Centre at Ibis London Earls Court, got off to a great start this morning. PAs and EAs of all levels from a wide range of companies have so far sat in on some incredibly informative seminars. Speakers include Heather Baker, […]
Charity Business in the Community has released the results of a survey about race issues at work that reveal racism is still a big problem in UK offices. The Race at Work report shows that 30% of those surveyed say they have witnessed or experienced racial harassment or bullying in the workplace in the past […]
We’ve all heard of burnout, which carries serious consequences for employees. But experts now say there’s something called “brownout”, a term used to describe when staff becomes disengaged and demotivated, and it affects behaviour and performance at work. A recent survey by US coaching company Corporate Balance Concepts shows that while 5% of those asked […]
The number of commuters spending more than two hours travelling to and from work has increased by 72% over the past 10 years, according to a TUC analysis of official figures published this week. The figures – published to mark the start of Commute Smart Week organised by Work Wise UK – show that the […]
“Bon appetit” so the French say. Last night, PA Life Club members were treated to an evening of samples of the Christmas menu at Café Rouge at its St Paul’s location. Of course yours truly had to attend. The swanky restaurant truly looks like a classic French bistro, with red window frames, textured filigree wallpaper […]
Identity fraud costs the UK £3.3 billion per year. Aside from recovering the tangible losses, research suggests the emotional fall out of ID fraud on victims could amount to an even greater loss. Fellowes, makers of the world’s toughest shredders, has learned from partnering and working with Professor Mark Button from the Centre for Counter […]
According to experts, women have essentially worked for free since 9 November and will do so until the end of the year thanks to the gender pay gap. Official figures put the pay gap at 14.2% based on average salaries for full-time work. Equal Pay Day, which takes place today, is the point at which […]
According to a study by the University of Adelaide, gaining authority at work can make you pile on the pounds. Psychologists interviewed 450 middle-aged men and women who worked in a variety of jobs. Researchers found that those who had to make a lot of decisions in their jobs tended to have a bigger waist […]
Planning a meeting in Zurich? Experience a touch of Swissness during your meeting and treat your delegates with Swiss delights. The Zurich Marriott Hotel provides the perfect setting for a truly memorable visit to Switzerland. Only steps from Zurich train station and a 15-minute drive to Zurich International Airport, the Zurich Marriott Hotel boasts 266 […]
It’s the time of year when companies are making headlines over their policy on wearing poppies at work. The experts at Personnel Today have outlined some myths and realities about the issue to help businesses avoid sticky situations with employees. Myth: belief in the importance of the poppy is philosophicalAlthough companies that land in hot […]
Dr Kim Elsesser recently released the results of her study, which she claims proves that men are often afraid to help or socialise with female colleagues for fear of being accused of sexual harassment. Dr Elsesser worked on Wall Street for Morgan Stanley, where she noticed a divide between her male and female colleagues. Women […]
King’s Venues, the commercial arm of King’s College London, last night showcased the versatility of its venues set in its very own Winter Wonderland. With five central London campuses and many of its buildings located on the River Thames, King’s Venues offers an exciting choice of more than 200 unique spaces for every type of […]
