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. 1. When should you switch jobs? Here’s the answer New research has revealed the optimum length of time for executives to stay in each role on the career ladder, which […]
Royal Windsor Racecourse has invited PA Life Club members for an afternoon at the races later this month. Taking place Monday July 30 from 2.30pm, guests will also get to enjoy the company of ex-jockey Colin Brown, most well-known for riding Desert Orchid and Little Polveir. Brown will escort Club members on an exclusive tour […]
Parents of young people in the UK don’t know what an apprenticeship is, signaling a wider awareness problem which is impacting career choices and creating a skills gaps in key industries. The research, conducted by ABM UK, follows news of the T-levels programme and the Apprentice Levy – which aim to present young people with […]
Comfort eating, swearing, stressing – and spending too much time on social media are among the nation’s worst bad habits, apparently. How many apply to you, or your colleagues…? A poll of 2,000 Brits revealed the average adult has three irritating habits, with tucking into treats and food when they are feeling stressed or tired […]
Digging into a hearty breakfast surrounded by some unique artwork certainly is a fantastic way to kick off the day. That’s just what some PA Life Club members and I got to do yesterday morning. Arriving at the Saatchi Gallery by Sloane Square, we all gathered in the charming Gallery Mess Restaurant for a delicious […]
“If you don’t like it, get off the bus” “No brainer” “Punch a puppy” If you’re irritated by office jargon, you’re not alone – and if you use phrases like these, you might want to think again, according to online recruitment giant Glassdoor. And the company has also offered tips for being a success with your […]
A new report has found that a large percentage of people are still judging women for returning to work after having children. The research comes via the latest British Social Attitudes report from NatCen Social Research which surveyed 3,988 adults between July and October last year. The good news is that 72 per cent of Brits […]
Experts have finally revealed the difference between going ‘out’ – and going ‘out-out’. The long-standing dilemma of how to tell whether you are out for a few drinks or out for the night was famously brought to the fore by comedian Micky Flanagan. Now a team of researchers have settled the dispute by revealing going […]
Caffeine could be the office ‘crack’, according to new research, which claims that 10 per cent of British workers think they’re addicted to coffee. The research found that almost a fifth (19 per cent) said their work would suffer if their morning coffee was taken away, and the same number believe they are unable to […]
The Event Organisers Summit is back for 2018, where senior organisers will be able to meet with service suppliers for one-to-one meetings and networking. The two-day event, which takes place from October 15 to 16, 2018, at Sofitel London Heathrow, will offer guests the opportunity to conduct business with over 85 senior executives, including CEOs, […]
Three events and travel companies, Chew Events, Sandals Resorts and One Night Only have come together to launch a talent competition in aid of events industry charity Meeting Needs. The organisers are calling for people from the events industry who can sing, dance, or have a passion for stand-up comedy to take part in Events […]
Saving the world. That was the vision of Seven League’s founder Richard Ayers. Isn’t that what every CEO says? Ok, so then his business partner and the company MD Neal McCleave helped make it a bit more business focused. Bringing people together through using digital media to connect people with sport. Sounds a bit more […]
It’s not about the money (money, money), sang Jessie J – and that rings true for the majority of British workers when listing the benefits of working. According to a new report by mental health charity St Andrew’s Healthcare, satisfaction, being challenged and ‘making a difference’ are what give workers a feeling of positivity. Many also […]
Nearly 240 employers in the UK have underpaid staff the National Living and Minimum Wage, according to new figures released by the HMRC. It means that £1.44m has been identified for 22,400 workers, with their employers fined an additional £1.97m. The companies have been ‘named and shamed’ by the HMRC [LINK – https://www.gov.uk/government/news/record-22400-minimum-wage-workers-to-receive-millions-in-backpay]. The earliest […]
With GDPR here, businesses cannot afford to take risks with personal data and confidential information. Darryl Brunt, country head for Fellowes UK and Ireland, reveals how you can select the right shredder to dispose of sensitive information in the office. Why shred? Every organisation has a legal responsibility to safeguard sensitive information and dispose of […]
Serviced apartments are fast becoming a key service for PAs, as more travellers seek a home-from-home experience. With this in mind, it was fabulous to visit the Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity at The Strand, London, Thursday evening. Some PA Life Club members and I were shown around three separate rooms including a Wilde Studio, Wilde […]
A survey of 2,000 adults uncovered attitudes towards the idea of fate, and how much we believe in a preordained path in our lives. And some 73 per cent of those surveyed said they believe in fate as a force acting on events in their future. Surprisingly, 22 per cent have made a big life […]
Basic numeracy and literacy and IT skills are viewed as more important by employers than technical or sales techniques according to new research by London Chamber of Commerce and Industry. More than 500 business leaders across London were asked whether they valued certain skills and the most important was basic numeracy (92 per cent) followed […]
