Experts are encouraging bosses to treat dangerous weather conditions as an opportunity to build trust with workers stuck at home amid fears that businesses will lose revenue from poor flexible working policies. Brits nationwide have been left to face potentially dangerous road conditions and power outages following a cold snap this weekend, and bosses could […]

It’s easy to assume that the majority of teams across the nation are looking forward to the festive season; mince pies, time off, get-togethers and tacky jumpers. However, you may be in need of a reason to keep the mood upbeat during the dreaded January blues. Here’s where early planning of a company away day […]

When I’m busy and a deadline looms, I often feel as if there isn’t enough time in the world to get everything done. Despite this, when I actually have a moment to breathe and reassess, I normally end up feeling like I have nothing to do; my internal to-do list becomes so clogged up with […]

Experts are urging small businesses to familiarise themselves with the upcoming changes in data protection, following results revealing more than half of SMEs have no idea what they need to do for the new GDPR. Research by Collyer Bristow showed that bigger businesses are more aware of how the changes could affect them, but even […]

Brits are losing their passion for their job at an average age of 42, with 76 per cent revealing that they go to work to be able to afford to live. The survey of 2,000 British workers by Paymentsense found that of those in their 40s, around half revealed that they needed to work just […]

International Confex has once again joined forces with Venu-IQ for next year’s annual show, which takes place in London’s Olympia. As the partnership enters its third year, the company will provide event management analytics, supporting the organisers with real time crowd management data and assisting them in encouraging footfall across the show. “This is a […]

Sometimes it can be hard to find that extra dose of #MondayMotivation, especially when you’re faced with a myriad of emails first thing in the morning and your to-do list becomes longer than your arm. And nobody has a to-do list longer than a PA, EA, admin assistant or office manager. But fear not, there’s […]

Brits feel that their colleagues are lazy, with only 68 per cent revealing that their co-workers are good at the job. Research carried out by Dropbox in conjunction with The School of Life of 2,000 workers found that a quarter (23 per cent) think of their colleagues as lazy. However, respondents also enjoyed being idle […]

Anna Walmsley, founder of DMC VIP Event Management in the south of France, shares her tips on how PAs can build their profile to ensure they are the lead decision maker Before setting up my business as a destination management consultant (DMC), organising corporate VIP events and incentive travel in the South of France, Andorra and Barcelona, […]

Office workers are not making the most of their breaks at work, with working environments and employers preventing them from taking a break. A study conducted by One Poll on behalf of Nestle Professional, found that 13 per cent of workers fail to take a break during an average working day with 19 per cent […]

A lack of sleep is preventing employees from being more productive in the workplace, according to new research. A study carried out by Sealy UK found that 70 per cent of workers would be more productive if they had more sleep, while one in 25 have admitted to falling asleep at work. 11 per cent […]

With the festive season in full swing, business owners can struggle to keep staff motivated and spread the Christmas cheer. As companies start to plan ahead for the New Year and deal with reduced staff due to sickness and last minute holiday requests, it can be tricky to keep employees driven in the workplace. “While […]

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. Gallery: PA Life Christmas party photos A huge thank you to everyone who helped us wave goodbye to 2017 in style at DSTRKT London among […]

The nation is spending more time and money on physical fitness compared to their mental wellbeing, new research has found. Brits on average are spending £63.85 and eight hours and 38 minutes of their time each month on physical activities such as training at the gym, swimming and cycling. The study by Forest Holidays discovered […]

Brits are not being honest when it comes to their salary, with 17 per cent telling others that they earn more to seem wealthier. Research of 1,000 workers carried out by loan broker Norton Finance, found that 34 per cent of those who lie did so to give others the idea that they earned as […]

Brits are becoming much more sensible and are losing their carefree attitude towards life at the age of 34, new research has found. According to the 2,000 adults who were surveyed, two in five believe that their taste for adventure has calmed down over time, while half revealed they are more aware of their physically […]

Merlin Events is bringing back the London Dungeon Lates evening for 2018, following the success of the experience this year. The incentive from the Merlin team will give event buyers something unique by offering a journey through the streets of London’s past. On arrival, guests will be treated to a cocktail before they meet characters […]

The festive season could prove costly for many partygoers this year, with employees set to splash out £150.28 on their office Christmas party. In preparation for the annual celebration, workers have revealed they are willing to spend an average of £53 on a new outfit and shoes, and £34 on food and drinks at the […]