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Win £50K with Mecca Bingo this Thursday

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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 […]

Job insecurity is behind the rise in presenteeism

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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: Win a chance to spend an evening at Park Chinois

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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 […]

Top stories of the week

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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 […]

What motivates us to go to work?

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We look at the top reasons that get us Brits motivated to get out of bed every morning and go to work. Satisfaction, being challenged and making a difference are among a list of benefits Brits believe they reap by going to work, according to a study. Millions of workers are coming home from the […]

Employee resignations up for sixth consecutive year

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Employee resignation rates have risen consistently for the sixth consecutive year.  One in five (19%) employees resigned from their job in 2017, up from 15.5% in 2016, according to the latest data from XpertHR. Labour turnover statistics from 398 organisations show the resignation rate has increased steadily since 2012, when it stood at 10.6%. According […]

How to make your Christmas party a festive success

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A Christmas party is a brilliant way to bring people together. Don’t panic if you’ve left it a little late, choosing a weekday to celebrate or holding a daytime event means you can still capitalise on the goodwill of the season. It’s never easy to plan a work party, remembering that you need to create […]

Can working as a remote freelancer actually damage your mental health?

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One can be the loneliest number — many UK freelancers feel lonely and isolated following leap to self-employment Half of workers are expected to go freelance by 2020, however despite the many highs to working solo, there are some surprising lows according to a new Epson EcoTank survey. The survey has revealed both sides of freelance life, […]

Get face-to-face with major senior buyers at the 2018 Event Organisers Summit

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PAs, EAs, VAs and admin professionals are all invited to join this year’s Event Organisers Summit, where they can meet with corporate buyers of venues, hospitality and travel. The two-day event, from Monday 15 to Tuesday 16, October 15  2018, at Sofitel, London Heathrow, will provide members of the industry to get face-to-face with other […]

Is the office too hot to handle?

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Two in five employees have had a bust-up with a colleague over the temperature in their office, as it gets a little too hot for some to handle. The UK’s changeable summer climate has caused tensions to rise in the workforce, with 42 per cent of office workers admitting they have fallen out with a […]

What are the big business card no-nos

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Business cards have been a staple to every good business person for well over a century. Like anything else, they often follow trends about what’s hot and what’s not. Gimmicky fonts, multiple colours and QR codes are among the biggest business card no-nos, according to experts. Research also revealed leaving off contact details, filling every […]

Last chance to enjoy a seaside trip to Butlin’s Bognor Regis

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PA Life Club members can still book a place to visit the often overlooked British seaside town of Bognor Regis this Thursday, thanks to Butlin’s!    On September 6, from 1pm to 6.30pm, members will be able to enjoy lunch at one of the onsite restaurants and a tour around its conference centre, public spaces […]

Half of all workers do nothing to relieve stress

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Time-poor UK workers are not doing anything to relieve stress outside of work – ironically often due to not having the time – according to new research out today. A survey of 1,015 UK adults in employment carried out by learning marketplace, Obby.co.uk, revealed that 48% of British workers do little or nothing at all […]

There’s just one week to go until the 2018 PA Life Summit

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  With just one week until the PA Life Summit takes place at Altitude London, there’s still time for you to join us on the day. The PA Life Summit is a ‘must-attend’ event specifically designed for senior and board-level PAs who want to find solution providers and discover innovative opportunities to help respond to […]

PA Life Club: Win a luxury pen with Capra NV

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The luxury pen maker is giving PA Life Club members a chance to win a beautiful red and gold pen. Capra NV combines motorsport technology with luxury pen craftsmanship, with pens that use a mix of high-quality materials and distinctive design to created elegant yet noticeable writing equipment. For your chance to win this one […]

Inequality starts at the interview

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Interviewers come under fire after survey reveals eight out of ten are guilty of asking off-limits questions. An alarming 85% of interviewers have admitted to asking off-limits questions during the interview process, new research has revealed. According to Hyper Recruitment Solutions (HRS) there is a clear confusion among hiring managers over what can and cannot be asked, with nearly […]

Learn something new thanks to PA Life’s courses

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The PA Life website is a useful resource for ideas and inspiration, from publishing the latest news to amplifying the latest job vacancies. But did you know that we also offer some fantastic online courses? Learning a new skill is often time-consuming and difficult to slot in around day to day life. Traditionally you would […]

Top Stories of the week

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As we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep you up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. 1. The best burgers you can get on national burger day 2018! 2018 has seen a lot of change in the world. But, one […]