Sailing company Viking Mariners has introduced a series of ‘Stay & Sail’ packages to encourage businesses to find their sea legs. Combining a day onboard a luxury yacht with an overnight stay at a boutique hotel, the Suffolk-based specialist is offering personalised events to encourage companies to learn about hospitality, leadership and team building for groups […]

The gap between men and women’s expected retirement incomes have increased by £1,000 in the last year according to new statistics. Research by Prudential has shown the changing trends over the last 10 years in order to work out how those looking to retire soon will be affected by the genderpay gap. Women planning to […]

Event organisers looking for a simple yet instantaneous result in their search for central London meeting spaces or private dining can now make bookings directly through 30 Euston Square’s website. The revolutionary new system provides greater flexibility and an immediate response, making it easier than ever to book the venue’s 18 modern ground-floor meeting rooms, […]

Not much can top a fresh, authentic Italian meal in a relaxed setting, which is exactly what you’ll get at Olives Restaurant & Bar, says Molly Dyson. When it comes to entertaining clients or booking a dinner meeting for your boss, sometimes simple is best. That’s not exactly how I’d describe chef Davide Di Croce’s […]

More than one in three small business owners have admitted that they don’t know what pension auto-enrolment is, despite the fact that the scheme will be mandatory starting next year. Business owners are expected to contribute to employees’ pensions unless they opt out, yet 35% had no knowledge at all and 43% believed that the […]

The results of Venue Search London’s Christmas party survey have shown the latest trends amongst more than 250 corporate buyers inside the M25. Undertaken in partnership with The London Christmas Party Show, the survey showed that 93% of buyers have booked or had approval for their 2017 party, with 29% of buyers anticipating an increase […]

Pet owners are a positive influence on their colleagues and neighbours, according to a new study. Reports by the University of Western Australia and the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition have revealed that pet owners frequently have stronger ties to the local area than those without pets, regularly having a more cheerful outlook and can […]

A stressful day could be the chance to prove your office potential, according to The Muse. Instead of letting the pressure get to you, realise that the storm will pass and making the most of the madness could be the key to climbing the career ladder. Encouraging people to stay ‘positive and productive’ through the […]

Human intuition is still more highly valued than tech by executives, according to recruitment and procurement specialist 1st Executive. Concerned that people are being overlooked as technology continues to innovate and change the working world, 1st Executive is highlighting the risk companies face by depending too much on algorithms and systems over life experience. Recognising the […]

Nominations for the One4all Spotlight Awards have now been extended until Friday, 7 July, providing UK companies with additional time to nominate exceptional staff and provide recognition for their outstanding work. The One4all Spotlight Awards is a free-to-enter awards scheme that recognises the best employees in 20 different categories, including Employee of the Year, across […]

Companies need to welcome strong leadership to survive the technological revolution, according to roundtable discussions at Nyenrode Business Universiteit. Many firms could be facing mass dismissal as technology becomes more capable and only those with responsible and strong managerial skills will be able to handle the transitions effectively. 24 managers of prominent Dutch businesses, as […]

More than half of British workers have been asked to clean their place of work by their boss despite it not being in their job description, according to new research. A survey of 1,000 UK workers carried out by interiors etailer Furniture123.co.uk found British employees are losing 13 working hours per year cleaning their office […]

Phone interviews are making way for video chats as technology becomes more capable and businesses adapt to the changing times, so you need to make sure you’re ready to grow with the world around you. With apps like Skype and Facetime becoming more convenient and accessible, in some cases entirely replacing face-to-face interviewing, recruitment specialist […]

Around half of all workers fantasise about sleeping with a colleague, client or superior, according to new research. The study by office supplier Printerland.co.uk examined what the British public think about their colleagues and revealed that while around half have thought about sharing their bed with a co-worker, a quarter have actually had an office […]

Immersed in 19th-century London affluence, The Ivory Vaults is part of the only original 1850s warehouse still standing in St Katharine Docks today. Now the team is giving PA Life readers the chance to win a two-night weekend hotel break with dinner. Situated within the historic vaulted cellars of the Grade II-listed Ivory House, the […]

Employee productivity is at risk through insistence of maintaining an ‘always on’ mentality, according to new reports. Being encouraged to power through to the end of the working day, many are finding their work overwhelming without the ability to properly wind down and take a breather. Examining how fatigue affects workers and how to overcome […]

Choosing temporary or VA work over a permanent position is becoming increasingly popular as global uncertainty and a shifting industry landscape is giving way to less job security, but PAs could have a lot to gain from embracing the changing world. Recruitment specialists at Robert Walters are encouraging more admin and support professionals to take […]

To celebrate the start of the social season this summer, Corporate Service at Harrods invites you to unlock a world of unique experiences and bespoke products with a £500 Harrods Gift Card. Indulge yourself from across the eight floors in store or redeem your card online at harrods.com. Refresh your wardrobe with a personal stylist […]