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Top 10 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. 1. Business lunch? These are the top 40 foods and drinks Brits struggle to pronounce Quinoa, tzatziki and pain au chocolate are among the foods we regularly eat – but […]

Retirement unlikely for millennials

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Gardening and golfing are off the menu for almost a quarter of millennials who are convinced they’ll never be able to retire Some 24 per cent of 18-35 year olds believe they will never be able to afford to retire, according to a new survey. And the same amount are worried that they will have to continue working […]

Women *still* facing discrimination over family plans

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Here’s another one to file under ‘how depressing’… a new survey has revealed that almost one in three bosses wouldn’t hire a female applicant in case they become pregnant soon. This form of employment discrimination is illegal, of course, but that hasn’t stopped senior executives from passing over women during the recruitment process. Indeed, some […]

Looking for bargain flights this Christmas? Now is the time to book

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It’s been a sizzling few weeks across Britain, but now is the time to start thinking about booking your flights for the Christmas period if you’re looking for a cheap deal. According to travel planning platform Rome2rio, July is the prime month to grab a bargain flight, as prices are likely to increase by up […]

Juggling work and kids during the school holidays? You’re not alone

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The average summer break from school will involve 11 day trips, 344 miles of travel – and two cases of sunburn, a study has revealed, highlighting just how much time is spent juggling work and kids at this time of year. A survey of 2,000 British families found the long summer holiday away from lessons […]

Where would you move for work? Cambridge, apparently

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A new YouGov Omnibus survey has asked how willing British workers would be to move to each of Channel 4’s shortlisted locations for its new HQ in order to keep their job, as well as an additional five for good measure. Topping the list is Cambridge – not on Channel 4’s shortlist – which 45% […]

How to plan Christmas in a sporting venue

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As event planners look to add something a little different to a Christmas party, sport can often be the perfect addition. From football and rugby to horse racing, Abigail Elkins, senior sales conference and events executive at Ascot Racecourse, shares why a sporting event is perfect for networking and team-building. Planning an event at any […]

Like mixing business & pleasure? Then you’re a ‘bleisure’ lover

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Yep, that’s right, someone’s coined a term for the increasingly popular practice of mixing business travel with personal breaks. Boffins from the University of East London reckon they’ve spotted a new trend for breaking out of the ‘business travel bubble’, Christening the new concept ‘bleisure’, and asserting that it can increase productivity and wellbeing. We’re not sure […]

10 ways to spot a star in your workplace

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Being able to neutralise a toxic person sounds like a superhero power from a Marvel movie, but in actual fact it’s one of the ways you can spot a star performer in the workplace. That’s according to research from LondonOffices.com that looked at the typical traits and characteristics of career climbers so that business leaders know […]

Searcys at the Gherkin showcases new bar and restaurant concept

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Searcys at the Gherkin has undergone a redesigned dining and bar concept across the 39th and 40th levels. Dubbed Helix and Iris, the restaurant and bar is is now open for the public to enjoy cotemporary dining and unique cocktails. Helix offers guests glorious views across the city, as well as menus that will deliver […]

Book with Odeon and receive a chocolate hamper

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For Q3, Odeon is offering its agencies and clients either 15 per cent commission or a 15 per cent discount. The temperature might be up, but Odeon’s fantastic partners at Cadburys have also offered a huge chocolate hamper for all bookings made. As soon as the booking is confirmed, Odeon will send the deliveries out. […]

‘Thank you’ – 2 words that go a long way

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If your boss thanks you for a job well done, chances are you’ll remain loyal to the business, says a new report. A survey to mark the launch of the One4all Spotlight Awards reveals that 83 per cent of UK workers say that being thanked increases their loyalty to the company, with 65 per cent […]

Don’t kid us, we know it’s a ‘jolly’…

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It’s official. Business trips are more fun than hard work, claims a report that will surprise no one. Researchers who carried out a detailed study found that, while many employees claim the trips are ‘all work and no play’, the opposite is often true. It also revealed that almost nine out of 10 workers who […]

PA Life Club: Solve riddles at Wimborne House playing the Escape Game

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The PA Life Club has joined forces with JJ Media and Green Hat People to present, Escape Game. Members are invited to Wimborne House, London, on August 2 from 5.30pm to enjoy cocktails, canapés and some team-building fun playing the Escape Game. Guests will compete in teams to solve clues and riddles, while also discovering […]

Birmingham PA Forum members to enjoy PA Life Club discount

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Are you a member of the Birmingham PA Forum? Make sure you don’t miss out on an exclusive discount to join the PA Life Club. To mark the inaugural awards ceremony, which takes place this Friday, PA Life has joined forces with the Birmingham PA Forum to offer assistants a discount to become a member […]

Business lunch? These are the top 40 foods and drinks Brits struggle to pronounce

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Quinoa, tzatziki and pain au chocolate are among the foods we regularly eat – but are unable to pronounce, a study has found. A poll of 2,000 adults found a huge percentage struggle to correctly say the foods we tuck into every day with camembert, chorizo and fajitas also causing confusion. Other commonly mispronounced foods […]

65% of workers say appreciation is a key trait for UK bosses

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A simple ‘thank you’ for a job well done can go a long way for UK workers, according to research marking the launch of the One4all Spotlight Awards. In fact, 83% of UK workers said being regularly thanked by an employer increases the sense of loyalty they feel to their company. Meanwhile, 65% stated that being grateful […]

Top 10 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. 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 […]