Embracing self-employment comes with as many opportunities as it does responsibilities, and coming out of a PA position to take control of your career can be a daunting process. Surveying Brits on their biggest business worries, Solution Loans has compiled a list of what is keeping the self-employed awake at night. As more are turning […]

Butlin’s Conference & Events will attend the upcoming Meetings Show for the first time as part of its plans to establish itself as a leading event space provider. Hoping to challenge people’s opinions of the holiday provider, Butlin’s will be setting up a stand at London’s Olympia this June to show what opportunities they offer […]

A team up between Notting Hill chicken restaurant Cocotte and fitness studio BARREtoned is looking to get people healthy at lunchtime. Aiming to prepare people for the summer months by getting workers fit and healthy, the teams behind it are combining the controlled muscle workouts of ballet barre classes with nutritious meals. Calling the class […]

A small group of PA Life Club members met with the PA Life team at Jenius Social last week to experience a taster of the cookery team-building activities on offer. The team worked together to create a selection of delectable Brazilian street foods as a sample of one of the team-building packages available at Jenius […]

Voting is now open for the London PA Awards, giving the PA community the chance to pick who they think should win from a shortlist of the city’s top assistants. The London PA Awards are the brainchild of Amy Law, Director of Sales and Events at The Hippodrome. Having worked with countless PAs during her career, […]

Once again, the opportunity to meet new people and rediscover old acquaintances will sit at the heart of The Meetings Show. Spread across the whole week, the networking programme includes a host of official show, partner and exhibitor events. Kicking the week off on Monday, 12 June is the show’s annual Hosted Buyer Welcome Reception. […]

Nearly two thirds of workers aren’t happy with their workplace coffee, according to new research. In a report by One Poll, nearly half of employees admitted their hot drink facilities were outdated, unattractive and in need of a revamp as disappointing drink options ranked amongst workers’ biggest frustrations. Other office irritations included long meetings and email […]

Do you think you have what it takes to run your own business? Now you can find out. New research has unearthed what it takes to be a natural business owner, with traits such as passion, confidence and being able to rise to the challenge as just some of the attributes needed. Being a natural […]

Wyboston Lakes will be joining events association HBAA’s stand at this year’s Meetings Show to promote the resort as a key destination for conferences and training opportunities. Attending alongside the HBAA, Wyboston Lakes hopes to further establish its longstanding membership with the association, of which it is involved in the executive committee. Seeing the show […]

De Vere Latimer Estate’s plans for a £7 million renovation on the Grade I-listed mansion at the heart of the estate have led to the discovery of a hidden history on the property. Located in in Latimer, Buckinghamshire, the mansion was nicknamed the The Spy House due to its connections to World War II, although […]

Nearly two thirds of Brits claim to either love or really like their jobs as reports show that 64% of workers don’t suffer from ‘Sunday night dread’. The study marked the launch of the One4all Spotlight Awards, and revealed that many across the country hold their job in high regard, with a third expecting to […]

It’s June already? Where does the time go? Some of you might have taken some time off this week to enjoy half-term with your children and are facing the reality that you have to go back to work on Monday. Don’t fret – enjoy the weekend safe in the knowledge that summer is right around […]

Catering and event specialist Sodexo Prestige Venues and Events has released a guide detailing some of the UK’s top event destinations this summer. The guide, called Let It Shine, reveals venues across the country celebrating the summer in style, with seasonal treats and offers for businesses. Exploring spaces such as heritage sites, museums and sports […]

Jose Mourinho may have ended the season with two major trophies following last week’s Europa League Final win, but his management style has divided opinion among fans and the media throughout the season. Now UK workers say his characteristics would make him a nightmare boss. A survey commissioned by leading jobs board totaljobs asked employees […]

Technology in meetings needs to be used carefully to bring people together instead of causing unneeded distractions, according to a statement by Imago Venues. The conference and events venue provider researched the value of face-to-face communication in meetings and examined how technology affected audience retention. Established to unify Loughborough University’s various meeting spaces under a […]

Research by HR software provider breatheHR reveals the staggering cost of small business employees bunking off work – a whopping £900 million. The report found one in seven employees admitted to feigning illness, while some appear to be serial offenders, pulling a sickie on average three times a year. In the survey of 1500 British […]

Employers will likely see many faces come and go when they’re looking for a new hire, so following up after an interview is a key factor in making yourself stand out. One important step to take immediately is to send a thank you letter that re-enforces your enthusiasm for the role. Here are some tips […]

[easingslider id=”13664″] With ‘Bring Your Dog to Work Day’ hitting UK offices June 23, a study has revealed the UK’s preferred dog co-workers. The research, by office furniture provider DBI Furniture Solutions, explored what workers value in their colleagues and how personality can reflect the strength of both an employee and a four-legged friend. Among […]