UK workers on zero-hour contracts have more than tripled since 2012, climbing from 252,000 to 901,000 workers. The number of UK workers on zero-hour contracts has more than tripled since 2012, propping up overall employment levels by accounting for almost a quarter of overall employment growth, according to new data by job search engine Adzuna.co.uk. […]
As we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. Not going to uni? How to fast track from the classroom into a well-paid job in London For many people leaving school at 18 means either going to university […]
Indian Accent is a modern take on traditional Indian cuisine based in Mayfair, London. You won’t find a chicken tikka but you will find a refined, sophisticated restaurant that can cater for a business lunch, private dining experience, a larger event such as a Christmas work party. We sent Vincenzo Ferrara and PA/restaurant blogger Paula […]
Do you believe in things that go bump in the night? Well apparently, most of us do, and it could be affecting us at work as one in five Brits believe that a work colleague may have put a curse on them. A nationwide study into our beliefs and fears around the supernatural has revealed […]
British employees live in a world where workplace well-being and happiness often are thought about by their employers, but what do these words mean and why should employers start listening? Research from CABA, the charity that supports the well-being of chartered accountants, revealed exactly what Brits really want from their workplace. Keyword analysis, revealed […]
Job security is not enough for today’s workers, as many are willing to move jobs or even change careers to get more job satisfaction. The survey of 1,001 UK adults carried out by Cygnet Jobs, one of the UK’s leading healthcare recruitment companies, has revealed that more than one in two (57%) have moved companies […]
SquareMeal knows the busy lives of PAs and EAs; spending your time as efficiently as possible is a priority when you have a tremendous workload. At Venues + Events Live, their mission is to tackle that by making your life as an assistant just a little bit simpler. Your experience at Venues + Events Live […]
Spa Medical is set to take part in the third PA Life Masterclass this year, which will have a key focus on rewards and incentives. Taking place at JJ Media Group’s Perseverance Works in Shoreditch on October 17, the firm will lead a discussion on employee wellness. Damien Cominos, MD and HCPC paramedic at Spa […]
Situated in the heart of London’s West End, No.11 Cavendish Square is a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse with stunning original features complemented by an exquisite contemporary design. Amid the vibrancy, colour and excitement of the city’s West End, the venue is an imposing site on Cavendish Square. The venue houses 20 flexible event spaces […]
A new study has revealed that 42 per cent of Brits would be prepared to take a pay cut if it meant they would be more fulfilled. Jade Burke, editor of PA Life, asks why it’s not all about the money anymore? “The right career choice can be more than financially rewarding; it can also […]
It’s never easy in an interview to explain your thoughts and ideas, the added pressure of making sure not to say the wrong thing can often leave you leaving feeling frustrated. New research suggests that women struggle more to articulate their thoughts during interviews. Research released today has found six in ten women struggle to […]
With most of us now having to work much later in life, offices are filled with a greater range of employee ages. But, do the experienced get discriminated against by those younger in age? Significant numbers of older employees feel they are being discriminated against at work because of their age, including believing they have […]
The much-anticipated PA Life Summit was a resounding success for all who attended yesterday, where a number of delegates and suppliers conducted business and networked. Hosted by Altitude London inside the impressive Millbank Tower, guests were treated to a stunning 360 view of London and its beautiful vistas, from the Tower of London and the […]
Sharing your skills and helping others in the workplace is crucial to supporting a business as a whole. Declan Halton-Woodward, EA to CEO at Handelsbanken Wealth/Heartwood reveals why assistants should strive to add value wherever possible in such a changing industry. We are a cost to our business. We don’t earn money and we don’t […]
Mecca Bingo will be hosting an evening of fun and frivolities this Thursday evening, where PA Life readers could be in with a chance of winning £50,000 thanks to the Mecca Bingo National Game. Taking place from 5pm to 9pm at Mecca Wood Green, guests will be able to win various Bingo prizes, while sampling […]
Presenteeism is being talked about much more openly nowadays, due to the health problems related to it being much more acknowledged. But, why do people still do it? According to Adrian Lewis, director at Activ Absence the answer is job insecurity. Nine out of ten UK employees (92%) have gone into work despite being sick this […]
PA Life Club members can win the chance to spend an evening at the Park Chinois, London. This stunning Mayfair venue celebrates some of the best fine dining in the country, topped with an almost vintage feel that will have you celebrating your night, as if it was held by Gatsby himself. The event is […]
As we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. What are the big business card no-nos Business cards have been a staple to every good business person for well over a century. Like anything else, they often follow […]
