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 […]

Somerset House has launched its brand new exhibition for the summer, celebrating fragrances. Perfume: A Sensory Journey Through Contemporary Scent’s launch was attended by over 300 guests as they welcomed a multi-sensory exhibit that is available for corporate and private events who want to push the boundaries of perfumery. Exploring the new experiences of contemporary […]

It’s been another busy week at PA Life HQ; we attended last Friday’s London PA Awards to help celebrate those PAs who were recognised for their hard work, then we stopped in to the launch of Dickie’s Bar at Corrigan’s Mayfair, followed by our own networking event at the new Ivy City Garden – a […]

With many worried that taking their mind off their work will reduce concentration and lessen work efficiency, the opposite is true according to talent management expert Richard Moy. Taking the time to step out of the office and breathe in some fresh air could be just the quick fix you need for a boost in […]

Recruiters are being urged to be mindful as British businesses are losing billions of pounds a year through hiring mistakes. 85% of HR decision-makers admitting their company has hired the wrong candidate, but a third still believe the mistake hasn’t cost the firm any profits. A report from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation hopes to […]

Finding speakers and key opinion leaders (KOL) can be a difficult task, and getting them to appear at your event means dealing with a number of factors. After tackling availability comes the travel arrangements, potential accommodation, ensuring they have access to the facilities they need and making sure they can meet the schedule, all with […]

Denise Delamain, Personal Assistant to Regional Managing Director of Hays London City has scooped a renowned PA accolade at the London PA Awards. More than 1,000 nominations were received in the 2017 awards across 12 categories, with Denise (pictured above, centre) receiving a finalist nomination in both the ‘Above and Beyond’ and ‘Concierge and Client’ […]

This year’s winners of the Hospitality Assured Awards have been revealed as part of the Institute of Hospitality’s annual dinner and awards ceremony at The Montcalm, Marble Arch. Looking to discover the highest performers delivering the greatest quality service in the hospitality sector, the awards also highlight management and operations ability chosen by respected leaders […]

The business landscape is changing to reflect the growing world around us, and introducing the Millennial to the workplace can be a nightmare for some businesses. The Millennials and ‘Generation Z’ are the first generations to grow up within a constantly-connected, multicultural world, and they’re bringing their new experiences to the working world. Opinionated, informed […]

A new report highlights some of the greatest challenges organisations are facing as they approach the next digital frontier, one of which is a lack of willingness from employees to adopt to new practices. The ‘State of the Digital Nation’ report by Agilisys, a specialist for the public sector, draws on findings from a survey […]

A third of animal owners confess they’ve dodged work to pander to a poorly pet. According to a new survey, 42% of employees have lied to their boss and bagged a day off to attend to their ailing animal. One in three respondents admit that on their return to ‘full health’, they sneak off during […]

WeAreTheCity has released the names of its top 100 female Rising Stars as part of its Annual Awards Programme designed to celebrate female talent across the UK, including a select group of PAs and EAs. The prestigious Rising Star awards, now in its third year, aim to showcase the sheer volume of female talent that […]

Research from Robert Walters has found that almost three quarters (73%) of professionals have left a job because they disliked the company culture. The study also found that 82% of professionals have worked for a company where they disliked the company culture. However, 90% of employers recognised the importance of finding candidates who are a […]