Keeping up employee morale in the workplace can help to improve how effective and productive employees are in their role. A survey of 1,024 UK workers by One4all Rewards revealed that 39 per cent would work harder if they were happy in their current place of work. The research proved that happiness goes a long […]

Lancashire Cricket Club has enjoyed a 92 per cent increase in operating profit for the year ended December 31, 2017. The company witnessed profit reach £2,347,000, plus for the first time since 2014, the Club can report a net surplus after interest of £971,000, which after the 2013 Ashes year, is the second highest reported […]

More than one third of Brits believe they could do a better job than their boss. According to new research of 2,000 employees, almost one in five admitted to hating their manager. Of those surveyed, two in five don’t think their superior is good at their role, one in ten believe they are ‘arrogant’ or […]

Following a £1.7 million renovation, Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club has showcased its new meeting and event spaces. Designed to create a seamless flow between each meeting and event area, delegates and guests can now enjoy upgraded technology and some modern designs courtesy of Lucid Interior Design. Three new meeting rooms have been […]

Less than one in ten Brits have landed the job they dreamed of as a child, a study has revealed. A poll of 2,000 adults about their long-term aspirations also discovered that slightly more than one in ten have actually worked in their ideal job. Seven in ten believe you are never too old to […]

The Conference and Hospitality Show (CHS18) has joined forces with Meet in Ireland to offer attendees to this year’s show the chance to win a weekend away in Dublin and tickets to see singer, Taylor Swift. The prize draw, which includes two tickets to see Swift at her sold-out performance taking place on June 16 […]

Have you been a member of the PA Life Club for a few years? If so, we want to hear from you. We are looking for a long-standing PA Life Club member to be interviewed in an upcoming issue of PA Life. We want to chat to you about why you joined the PA Life […]

PA Life is taking its Club members to Kia Oval, the international cricket ground in Kennington, next month. Taking place May 3rd from 4.30pm, Club members will get the chance to look around the grounds, as well as its corporate spaces. A selection of summer cocktails will also be on hand to quench each guests’ […]

The Institute of Legal Secretaries and PAs (ILSPA) has published its thoughts on the changing role of legal assistants, revealing PAs are now required to have more involvement with senior management tasks. As part of the annual Career Legal review of the legal market, 2018’s review also discovered that PAs in big-city law firms are […]

Working in an office environment, it’s difficult not to notice people’s eating habits. The kitchen can be the catalyst of many office disputes, with many employees complaining about the mess and who used the last of the milk. With this in mind, Forward Role Recruitment has found that there are nine key types of eaters […]

This September will see the PA Life Summit make its return, where senior and board-level PAs will discover new opportunities to help respond to their daily challenges. Taking place Monday 10 September at Altitude 360 London, attendees will be able to take part in a day of private meetings with a host of suppliers from […]

The position of the PA has evolved greatly over the years, making them crucial partners to any business. Jess Gardiner, founder and editor-in-chief of The Assistant Room, reveals why these changes should be embraced What does it mean to be a PA? We’re no longer just the right hand to the people at the top. […]

As many as 28 per cent of British employees have thought about cheating on their partners with someone they’ve met through work. According to a new poll undertaken by Kit Out My Office, 12 per cent of those who have considered it have followed through and engaged in sexual contact with a colleague. In addition, […]

Pitman Training has revealed the finalists in its PA category for it SuperAchievers Awards. After hundreds of nominations from across the glove were submitted, its has been whittled down to four finalists. The final four include Chris Rutherford, executive secretary at KPMG, Manchester, Linsey Hulley, EA to a managing director for an IT company, Gauteng, […]

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. March/April Digital Edition 2018 This issue we take a look at the top summer venues on offer while Bain & Gray’s Claire Hunter stars as our PA Profile. 2. PM […]

The upcoming PA Life Club event held at the Sandals Luxury Travel Store is just around the corner, so don’t miss your chance to join. Members will be able to enjoy a Caribbean-inspired party next month, thanks to Sandals Resorts who will be inviting guests to its Luxury Travel Store. Taking place on April 19 […]

As the gender pay gap deadline looms, Prime Minister (PM) Theresa May has pledged to tackle the ‘burning injustice’ between the average earnings of men and women. Many UK businesses are still required to submit their gender pay figures before today’s midnight deadline. Around 8,870 firms have already done so, with many declaring their commitment […]

Looking to spice up your company’s corporate events? Take a ride on the wild side with Lee Valley White Water Centre’s epic Corporate Days. Whether you choose from one of the packages or customise your corporate events with a member of the corporate team, you are sure to feel the power of holding your day […]