Multitasking may seem the more efficient, effective way to get through your day at work, but it has actually been shown to be less productive, and anxiety-inducing. Brain and Behaviour Specialist, Neuroscientist and C-suite Mentor Dr Lynda Shaw shares her advice on what we can do if we suffer from anxiety and how to tackle […]

Adam Fidler, founder of Adam Fidler Academy, draws attention to the top ten mistakes that EAs need to avoid. Don’t feel offended as he urges you to use this as a development tool and take a self-critical approach to your EA career. LACK OF WRITING SKILLS Developing the ability to write, and draft documents takes […]

Stress caused by financial worry is the health and wellbeing issue affecting most generations of staff, according to employers industry body (GRiD). As World Mental Health Day (October 10th) approaches, new research1 from GRiD, Group Risk Development, the industry body for the group risk sector shows that employers believe that stress and anxiety related to […]

Since ChatGPT’s launch last November, the search for artificial intelligence has rocketed by 1,700%. The chatbot, which has attracted over 100 million users, has been the centre of much debate in recent months, especially when it comes to its position and the use of ChatGPT in the workplace. Keen to learn more about the use […]

 A ‘speak up’ culture may be building across businesses and organisations but there is a worrying lack of awareness and training on how to deal with whistleblowing matters. Organisations are running the risk of reporting managers not understanding how to respond when an incident of wrongdoing is raised, and investigations not being carried out in […]

Riverbed Global Digital Employee Experience (DEX) Survey 2023 explores expectations of ‘digital natives,’ hybrid work, evolving role of IT, and challenges and strategies to delivering an exceptional DEX. It’s to Attracting and Retaining Millennial and Gen Z Employees? These statistics make stark reading. 66% of UK business and IT decision makers (BDMs/ITDMs) believe failing to […]

A Bavarian-style beer festival in the heart of London will once again be buzzing with live music, unlimited beer steins, dancing, authentic German catering, and a host of entertainment. The London Bierfest is a must-attend hospitality event at Old Billingsgate within The City of London. Each day, over 1,600 revellers enjoy the quality hospitality and […]

Now more than ever, your clients and colleagues deserve to be treated to an extra-special gift at Christmas. The issue is, as the cost of gifting continues to climb, businesses can’t afford to give out of the goodness of their (corporate) hearts. Christmas gifting needs to deliver lasting impact. Giving to receive is usually perceived […]

40 per cent of women in the technology sector agree that their decision to stay in their current role depends on the care responsibilities they have, according to the Tech Talent Charter. The research shows that almost 12 per cent of women have left their role in technology so they can invest more time in […]

The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) has revealed the finalists for the 2023 ABPCO Excellence Awards. Now in its 10th year, the awards, which celebrate the best in the world of association events will take place on December 8, 2023, at P&J Live in Aberdeen, Scotland. This year’s finalists represent excellence and innovation […]

Shure, a leading manufacturer of audio solutions, joined forces with IDC, a globally renowned market research firm, to delve into the nuances of hybrid work models. The study, which contains contribution from over 600 individuals across countries including the UK, zeroes in on the importance of impeccable audio quality provided by solutions for Personal and […]

Inclusivity is what we all need to thrive for, and workplace diversity in hiring is an increasingly hot topic for the recruitment industry. The latest data found that only 17% of UK companies have a high representation of both women and ethnic minorities. A diverse workforce can bring many benefits: those with a strong percentage […]

Fresh fruit, two cups of tea, and a mid-workday walk – the top productivity hacks of British workers revealed by Just Eat for Business. The secret formula to productivity, as voted by British workers. Fresh fruit, two cups of tea, and a mid-workday walk are three of the best productivity hacks that British workers revealed in […]

As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly becomes more widely used, people are questioning its benefits and dangers. One area where AI is having a huge impact is cybersecurity. So how can we prepare for AI cyberthreats.  Criminals are able to use AI technology to create new cyberattack methods which are harder to defend against. At the […]

The 15th PA Life Summit, which took place at London Hilton Tower Bridge on Thursday 14th September, was widely regarded by both the participating suppliers and PA/EA delegates alike as  one of the best industry events they’ve attended. The quality of seminars, the pre-qualified one-to-one meetings as well as the additional walk-up stands, not to […]

Excessive meetings can be a financial drain and detrimental to productivity, creativity and efficiency in the workplace. One survey found companies of over 5000 employees would save nearly $100 million per year if they reduced unnecessary meeting attendance. The recently revealed meeting calculator developed by e-commerce company Shopify estimates the cost of workplace meetings using […]

The winners of this year’s Menopause Friendly Employer Awards have been announced. Hosted by Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace and powered by headline sponsors HSBC UK, first direct, M&S Bank and Peppy, the industry-recognised Menopause Friendly Employer Awards were presented by broadcaster Louise Minchin on Thursday September 14, 2023 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel. Over […]

Every year on the 22nd of September it’s World Car Free Day, an opportunity for people across the world to reconsider their mode of transport. It’s a chance to understand how coach travel should be considered a viable alternative that is future-proofed in achieving sustainability goals, not just for one day a year but all […]