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PA Life summer issue is out!
What’s the difference between an EA and a PA?
PA Life asked Adam Fidler, who specialises in the education of EAs, to clarify what the difference between an EA and PA role is. I have written extensively about the differences, and similarities, between the role of Personal Assistant (PA) and Executive Assistant (EA). This brief article will help current job-holders, as well as employers, […]
Green offices are the future of work in a drive to carbon-neutral
Naava’s first-ever sustainability report outlines the company’s sustainability strategy, emissions, and handprint. The CEO of the Finnish indoor nature technology company emphases the emergence of the hybrid office as an important business driver. This is an important factor for Naava to sustainably support the modern office as a desirable destination for employees, making it a […]
Kick off the Women’s World Cup with Kelly Smith MBE at M Canary Wharf
Celebrating the hotly anticipated Women’s World Cup that kicks off on 20th July, join the legendary Kelly Smith MBE at M Canary Wharf on Tuesday 20th June from 6pm for an unforgettable sporting evening. One of the most gifted and successful players England has ever produced, her honours are staggering, with five league titles, 11 […]
Off to Work Event Photography Awards 2023 winners announced
An intimate wedding shot was the Overall Winner at the ninth edition of Off to Work Event Photography Awards 2023. The celebrations culminated in a highly enjoyable gallery viewing and awards ceremony at the stunning RIBA at 66 Portland Place in London on Monday 5th June before Off to Work Event Photography 2023 winners were announced. […]
Five tips to choosing the right entertainment for your event
From budget to theme, catering to carriages, in a series of blogs for PA Life, events expert Liz Taylor covers the key advice that will enable PAs to make the best decisions when planning events. The latest topic to receive the’ Taylor treatment’ is entertainment. In this blog, Liz shares her five tips to choosing the […]
Employee burnout tackled increasingly by Bare Minimum Mondays
Running a business is time consuming and often demanding, but with employee burnout becoming an increasing problem for business owners, how can they strike the right balance between mental health and profitable productivity? Money.co.uk business loans experts surveyed 2,000 UK employees to explore the different generations’ attitudes to work and burnout coping mechanisms. Trending on […]
A bubbly affair: Searcys launches first Bubbly Show in London
It’s time to pop the corks as British restaurateur and events caterer Searcys launches its first-ever Bubbly Show in London, a two-day celebration of all things fizz this June. The show will take place in the stunning surrounds of the historic {10-11} Carlton House Terrace, located just off Pall Mall, making its debut from Friday 23rd to […]
Office workers more stressed about appearance than job loss
PA Life is pleased to share these somewhat surprising findings about what stresses out office workers most. Almost a third (30%) of UK office workers are stressed about personal appearance, according to a new survey from business technology firm The Adaptavist Group. This is double the number of those anxious about potential layoffs (15%). Almost […]
Using bank holidays to boost productivity
With yet another bank holiday happening next week, UK employees are braced for some all-important extra days off. But what does that mean for productivity? For most, a four-day week still means five days’ worth of work. Coupled with the fact that many people take extra time off during public holidays, it can leave employees […]
Are there rules for wearing a hat?
The modern rules for wearing a hat, and the expectations of how and what to wear can still cause some confusion. You can wear a hat with any outfit you choose and with great flair and confidence, what ever the occasion. That’s it in a nutshell, but the subject of hats is still much debated […]
Bottomless brunches with karaoke: Tokyo meets London
Who doesn’t love taking hours over a brunch at weekends? Fantastic food and glasses flowing with bubbles are a given, but how about bottomless brunch with karaoke added to the menu? These three brunches all bring Tokyo vibes to London with the fun of karaoke added to mix. 1. APOTHECARY EAST LAUNCHES SAKURA HIGHBALL BRUNCH […]
LinkedIn scams hit 44% of British businesses this year
Most of us probably wouldn’t expect to be scammed in LinkedIn, but like all social platforms, LinkedIn is being targeted by cyber criminals. Almost half of businesses in the UK (44%) experienced at least one LinkedIn scam this year, according to the newest research by NordLayer, a network security solution for businesses. The most affected […]
Embracing gender-neutral pronouns: get ready for Gen Alpha entering the workforce
Joanne Lockwood, The Inclusive Culture Expert and CEO of SEE Change Happen Ltd. talks about the acceptance of gender-neutral pronouns and the impact of the Gen Alpha entering the workforce. I often hear people use the phrase “Ladies and Gentlemen” when addressing an audience (and on train station platforms). Whilst this seems a traditional and […]
WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK AL FRESCO IN LONDON
Make the most of this gorgeous spring sunshine with our guide on where to eat and drink al fresco in London. Sunnier days are just around the corner which means outdoor dining and drinking is back! Round up your friends and bask in the spring sunshine at our top picks for al fresco evenings in […]
The most popular TED Talks on leadership
Amy Cuddy’s 2012 talk – ‘Your body language may shape who you are’ – is the most popular TED Talk on leadership. The topic of leadership never fails to pique users’ interest on social media. Currently, #leadership has 1.7B views on TikTok, with short clips of Ted Talks focusing on this topic regularly being shared […]
How to make the most of large scale employee awards
Daniela Corizza, PA to the MD at Blue Diamond, one of the UK’s largest garden centre retail groups, reflects on the challenges and successes of organising an awards event for 650 employees. Every March, Blue Diamond hosts an event to celebrate the achievements of the business and its workforce. “It’s an opportunity for us to […]
Athletics legend Derek Redmond on how to stay motivated to succeed
Derek Redmond is an athletics legend, not just for his Gold medals as a sprinter. During his career, he held the British record for the 400 metres sprint, and was part of the team who took gold in the 4×400 metres relay at the World Championships and European Championships. At the 1992 Olympic Games in […]