Looking for a way to really thank the team this Christmas? Give the gift of cheese! Morton’s Family Farm is an award-winning farm in North Norfolk, setting the gold standard for food produce with their Great Taste award-winning Christmas turkeys and gift hampers. Morton’s has teamed up with local cheese producers to create a selection […]
According to a recent study, more UK employers are worried about staff motivation than retention. Research from Omnipresent in partnership with Remote Social shows that four in 10 employers (40%) feel that COVID-19 has positively or extremely positively impacted employee retention. In contrast, less than a quarter (24%) feel that it has negatively or extremely negatively […]
Despite the pandemic, food hygiene officials have continued to inspect restaurants and businesses around the country – which helps you sort the wheat from the chaff when it comes to picking venues for meetings and entertaining. Ranging from go-to coffee shops to our favourite takeaways there were numerous one-star hygiene ratings for certain chain restaurants […]
Unless there is a dramatic change in Government policy, 30 September will be a major milestone in the UK’s post-pandemic economic journey, as the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) finally comes to an end. David Sheppard, an employment lawyer at Capital Law, considers what this means for employers currently using the scheme… Universally referred to as […]
Office spaces have a huge impact on both the productivity and creativity of employees. In fact, research has shown that the design and layout of the work environment are crucial in sparking inspiration and this translates into quality of work. So, the experts at PPL PRS have simply explained how to utilise office design to […]
PA Life Skills Academy – NEW DATE – November 2nd & 3rd 2021 There are myriad benefits to being part of the exclusive PA Life Club community – discounts, competitions, special offers, FAM trips, networking events and more! And now we have an extra special benefit of membership – half price tickets to the upcoming PA […]
New research by Ricoh Europe reveals that employers are failing to invest in technology to maintain productivity across their remote workforce, despite concerns about their output. More than 18 months since the Coronavirus pandemic took hold across Europe, forcing businesses to adopt remote working practices, just over a third (36%) of employers say their organisation […]
A new study of 313 European business travel managers by Business Travel Show Europe (30 September – 1 October) has revealed that over one -quarter (28%) of buyers have switched travel management companies (TMCs) over the last 12 months. A further 36% plan to move their business by summer 2022. When asked why they decided […]
A delegate confidence survey conducted by Bramcote International and the Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) amongst 350 association conference attendees has highlighted their confidence and attitudes towards attending future events. Key findings included:- An overwhelming 93% of respondents miss the networking, social interaction, and meeting people. 47% of respondents are happy to attend ‘in person’ events, […]
Over a third of British adults (36%) report having experienced some form of discrimination in the workplace or when job hunting, study finds. New research into workplace discrimination, commissioned by HR software provider CIPHR, reveals just how widespread employment bias is in the UK. On average, one in six people (16%) report having suffered ageism, […]
Sign up for your FREE taster session – October 14th 1pm – only 30 places available! Looking to host a fun, interactive and delicious experience for your team? Maybe you want to get a group of new colleagues together for an ice breaker activity. Or perhaps you’re looking to organise a work social or hunting […]
We would like to extend PA Life readers a complimentary invitation to our networking dinner & entertainment evening, including overnight accommodation, at next month’s PA Life Summit co-located with the Event Organisers Summit at the awesome Cotswolds Water Park. Your overnight accommodation is entirely free and includes a bespoke “corporate speed-dating” itinerary with suppliers who match your requirements, […]
The speed networking at the PA Show was an exclusive opportunity for EAs at the show with 8 dedicated meetings with our suppliers over the hour to help source new products and services for upcoming events, travel and Corporate gifting needs. At the end of the session our EAs were given a beautiful gift box, […]
The PA Show had a range of suppliers showcasing their products and services across all of the relevant industries for PAs, EAs, VAs and Office Managers. Exhibitors included ton London City, Eat My Logo, Events at No 6, Gett, Graduate Hotels, Just Eat for Business, Molton Brown, Parker Car Service, Personalisation Boutique, Sloane Square Hotel, […]
The PA Show had 5 theatre this year (Keynote, Key Skills 1, Key Skills 2, Personal Development and VA) with world class speakers such as Lucy Brazier OBE and Lauren Bradley, Founder of the Officials. Subjects covered included – Online Networking for Success, Nail the Negotiation: How to Add £10k to Your Pay, From Invisible […]
Here’s what the delegates and exhibitors thought about the PA Show 2021, and how you can register for the next event taking place 8-9 March 2022 at London’s ExCel. Gemma Trigg Executive Assistant, NHS Wales “I had a fantastic time at the PA Show! The panels and session were very interesting, full of some great […]
A study of 2,000 adults found the average person has a glow for up to an hour and 25 minutes after yoga, and one hour and 21 minutes after cycling. And lifting weights sees them feeling happy for an hour and 15 minutes. It also emerged adults believe they need to exercise for around 40 […]
Experience a taste of indulgence with a side of music as 116 Pall Mall launches its first ever afternoon tea, The Confectioner’s Afternoon Tea, on Saturday 18 September. Opening its doors to the public at the weekend for the first time, explore the history and opulence of one of Pall Mall’s most prestigious venues, before […]
