Too much time in the office is putting Brits off the gym, even though more than one in four would like to exercise at least three times a week. According to a new study by the Smarter Working Initiative, two thirds of office workers believe they’d be more active and have a healthier lifestyle if […]
A ‘holiday hack’ by The Telegraph has revealed how you could turn three days of annual leave into 10 days of holiday with some tactical placements. For those who may have just booked off most of their remaining leave on a summer break, taking off three dates this December can see you through to the […]
Workers in companies with nine or less members were most likely to love their work compared to those in big corporations, a study has revealed. In a report from the One4all Spotlight Awards showed that almost one in three workers in micro businesses with a maximum of nine staff members loved their job, while those […]
Companies are losing almost a month’s worth of work due to illness, according to new reports. A study by VitalityHealth has revealed that the UK economy is losing a massive £73 billion each year due to both sickness outside of the office or bringing illness into the office. While some employers have considered alternative methods […]
Bosses are finding it tough to secure the right talent for new positions and costing businesses billions, new figures reveal. A report by The Open University has revealed that businesses could be burning around £2.2 billion a year due to the growing skills gap, including cost-heavy factors such as higher salaries, additional recruitment and temporary […]
Talented management is key to boosting productivity in British businesses as nationwide productivity dips. Making this the first time the country has seen a decline in productivity since 2015, it marks the lowest average productivity recorded in over 20 years and concerns are being raised that poor management is to blame. Worried that four in […]
Electronic cigarettes are taking over offices as British workers are opting for smoking alternatives 10 years on from British buildings going smoke-free, but experts remain unsure of the safety of vaping. Smoking figures have seen a steady decline since 2010, from one in five adults in 2010 to around 15% last year, while vaping has […]
The top perks coveted by workers, including private healthcare and funding for training, have been revealed in a new report. Released by totaljobs, Understanding Talent has detailed the top 10 perks that would make or break job opportunities for prospective employees. As employees begin to look for different things in a job, the report aims […]
Britain’s youngest working generation of 16-21 year olds are graduating university and are beginning to fully integrate into the working world, and bosses need to take note. According to HR specialists Peldon Rose and their research programme at Kingston University, the world is changing and the first digitally native generation could be poised to shake […]
Businesses are being encouraged to go pet-friendly following reports that it could increase youth productivity. Pet food company Purina has released a toolkit outlining the benefits of bringing a dog into the office, as well as a step-by-step guide on how to make your company pet-friendly. The research revealed that dog owners are likely to […]
Organising an event in the digital age can be a daunting task, and making the most of the various platforms from Twitter and LinkedIn to Snapchat and even WhatsApp can be overwhelming without preparation. Speaking with PA Life editor Molly Dyson at this year’s London Venues Summit, event organisers and social media specialists were brought […]
More than half of HR professionals have admitted to not leaving their desk during lunch, according to new figures. The results to the Robert Walters Career Lifestyle Survey have shown that British professionals are more likely to power through rather than take a break, despite reports that taking a break can boost productivity. Specialists are […]
The Camden Dining Group, which runs the world famous Gilgamesh and Shaka Zulu in the heart of Camden Market, has announced its newest addition, Gabeto. Colliding Camden’s culture, art, great food, wine and cocktails, Gabeto (pictured above) is expected to bring a refreshing new take on contemporary brasserie dining. Gabeto caters for events from three […]
A majority of young people between 22 and 29 are expected to continue paying into their pensions after minimum contributions rise in April 2018 and 2019, according to a new report by Scottish Widows. Despite concerns from the younger generation that contributions for pensions are growing too high, pension company Scottish Widows is worried that […]
Workers who take regular smoke breaks are considered disruptive by their colleagues at the cost of their company, according to new research. A study by Vapourlites and the British Heart Foundation revealed that frequent smokers could be taking up to four breaks a day, costing bosses around £1,815 a year per employee. Causing friction among […]
The offer of a company car could be the key to attracting new talent, according to a new study. The research by vehicle supplier OSV showed that a majority of interviewees admitted that the best perk a firm could offer is a car. As well as considering company cars to be the top job perk, […]
More than three quarters of self-employed Brits have no provisions in place in case of emergency absences, according to new studies. Remaining mostly unprepared in the face of pregnancy, holiday and redundancy pay, micro-business owners and freelancers would value receiving sick pay over any other statutory pay. Carried out by the Freelancer and Contractor Services […]
A clear policy on equality and diversity in the workplace is the simplest solution to stopping discrimination. Outlining business expectations and defining what kind of behaviour is acceptable and what isn’t is the strongest way to help reinforce office mentality and create the best possible environment for your employees, according to a statement by eLearning […]
