Are you one of the industry’s ‘power part-timers’? if so, we’re looking to hear from you for an upcoming feature in PA Life. With flexible working still not always available within many companies, we want to speak to those who are working part-time and smashing their role as an assistant. This in-depth feature will be […]

Uber Central allows you to book rides for employees, clients and guests with a click of the mouse. Uber Central is a revolutionary product that sits within the Uber for Business platform. It provides access to an interactive dashboard which saves EAs/PAs both time and money. Uber Central bookers can request instant, scheduled or flexible […]

Historic Royal Palaces marked the launch of the Kensington Palace Pavilion last night, where 300 guests were invited to enjoy cocktails and a gala dinner. Located on the palace lawns, the new venue overlooks the sunken garden and will be available to host an exclusive number of events for three years while the Orangery is […]

Cookery School at Little Portland Street is offering PA Life Club members an exclusive £125 gift voucher to take advantage of. Available for three months, from March 26 to June 26, members will be able to get a £125 gift voucher and a Cookery School handbook for the event planner. The company also offers various team-building […]

British men are more confident than women in furthering their career, new data has revealed. According to a report by job search engine, Adzuna, the career progression confidence gap between the genders widens with those who have more than 10 years’ experience in the workplace, with men twice more likely than women to hold a […]

Paula Marshall, head of furniture and category sales at Office Depot UK and Ireland, shares her tips on how employers can adapt to a smaller workplace Often, the luxury of space can come at a high expense, especially for businesses looking to locate themselves in city centres. To combat this increased cost, many SME business […]

This Easter, PA Life is offering a discount to join its member’s only PA Life Club. Available for a limited time only, PAs and EAs will be able to join for £66 plus VAT. The usual price to join is £74.17 plus VAT. Upon joining, members will receive a number of benefits, including an 80 […]

Monthly bills and substantial debt is stopping many young adults attempts to save in the UK. A new study has revealed that one in four adults have no savings at all, while more than half said that they wished they could save cash. A poll of 2,620 respondents in the UK found that more than […]

Mental health in the workplace is the top priority for almost three in five (60 per cent) CEOs in the UK, according to new research. The 2018 annual report, Employee Wellbeing Research 2018 from the Reward & Employee Benefits Association (REBA) in association with Punter Southall Health & Protection, found that 16 per cent of […]

A new way of travelling in Europe: The Air Taxi service Imagine no longer having to queue to go through airport security, but instead simply hopping into your own private jet and flying off to your desired destination according to your own agenda. Well, this option has just become more convenient with GlobeAir. Founded in […]

Members from the serviced apartment industry were invited down to the Grange Hotel Tower Bridge last night, to celebrate the annual Serviced Apartment Awards. More than 350 guests attended the black tie gala dinner, where 18 awards were given out. The awards were judged by an independent panel consisting of travel buyers, journalists and service […]

30 Euston Square recognised the excellence of women in hospitality and events last week during International Women’s Day 2018. The Year of the Women dinner also marked the launch of 30 Euston Square and Searcys executive head chef Daniel Broughton’s plant-based menu, which was served on the night. 30 Euston Square’s general manager, Yvette Chatwin, […]

More men and women in the workplace are seeking professional training to overcome anxiety around communication at work, new research has revealed. A study of 1,000 workplaces conducted by RADA in Business published the Beating Workplace Performance Anxiety report, which found a clear disparity between the causes of communications anxiety between men and women. Male […]

Workers are asking employers to introduce more apps in the workplace in order to offer the same level of technology they use at home. According to a new report by Workvine, 71 per cent of employees want more advanced technology at work. The report details the top ways that HR teams can improve employee engagement […]

Make this summer one to remember by chartering a luxury yacht with LYC Events. Whether you are looking for a unique way to reward staff or clients, or are planning for a special occasion with family and friends, a day’s sailing on the Solent with LYC Events is an unforgettable experience. A day on the […]

Drive-Tech Ltd is the West Country’s premiere outdoor activity centre. Driving activities have become very popular with companies both large and small, based at Castle Combe Circuit, Wiltshire, we have become the industry leader, providing a range of exciting driving experiences for nearly 30 years, and are able to boast many household names among our […]

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. How to become a virtual assistant Charlotte Wibberley, founder of VIP VA, shares her top tips on how individuals can succeed in becoming their own […]

Eventist Group hosted a showcase at Tobacco Dock to launch its 2018 Christmas party package ‘Under the Christmas Tree’. Agents and guests experienced a night of unexpected proportions during the immersive event which was full of giant decorations, festive displays, live performances, cocktails (or mocktails) and gourmet treats. The night began with a journey beneath the […]