Employers are shifting the responsibility of ensuring pension contributions do not break new lower annual allowances to staff, research from employee benefits consultancy Portus shows. Its study among HR directors across a range of sectors shows 60% of companies will ensure staff are fully informed of new rules but will rely on higher earners to […]
The Conference and Hospitality Show has launched a concentrated two-hour programme for PAs to get the most out of the show during an extended lunch break. The show takes place on Tuesday, 26 April in Central Leeds at the world-class First Direct Arena and has been created specifically to help busy PAs improve their skills, […]
As the consultation closes on the Government’s draft gender pay reporting regulations today, new research findings based on a survey of more than 1,000 employers and HR professionals show that a minority of organisations currently conduct any gender pay analysis, as well as the limited action being taken by employers to address the causes of […]
Nobody ever said your workplace has to be a boring, bog-standard office. The Telegraph recently did some searching and found a few pretty unusual alternatives to the typical setting in London. Tired of dry land? Head to Surrey Quays or Regents Canal for boats that can be rented out for as little as £25 a […]
We all know that gossip is a huge time waster that takes us away from the things that are truly important at work. However, new research from the University of Salford shows that moaning about your job is the most likely form of chitchat to affect your productivity. The study analysed the survey data of […]
US-based corporate training start-up Bridge recently surveyed 1,000 office workers to find out how gender affects the way we see common workplace issues such as equal pay, sexual harassment and gender discrimination. The results are pretty revealing. When it comes to equal pay, men seem to be wearing rose tinted glasses, with 58% of those […]
Ex-restaurateur and Michelin-starred chef Barry Tonks, who has taken over as Executive Chef at The Gherkin, part of the Searcys collection of venues, believes there is significant room for improvement in the world of event catering. “Great quality food is in my DNA; it is part of my ethos, has been a cornerstone of my […]
The word “stress” seems to be synonymous with modern life, especially when it comes to work. But where does it come from and what can we do about it? Zen Habits’ Leo Babauta says we should evaluate our ideals to find the answers. Babauta says the root cause of stress is the mismatch of reality […]
Drinking more water can help with weight loss, according to a new scientific study that has been welcomed by the British Water Cooler Association (BWCA). Research published in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics shows that plain water consumption can control weight and reduce intakes of sugar, sodium and saturated fat. Drinking between one […]
These days most people book everything from dinner reservations to travel online, so why not meeting rooms? PA Life has partnered with MeetingRooms.com to provide busy admin professionals with a one-stop shop for all their meeting needs. We’ve learned a thing or two about the pressures PAs face on a day-to-day basis and sourcing a […]
Whatever your reason for starting a job search, it’s important to be sure you know what you want out of your new role. Here, CEO and Founder of US-based Human Workplace Liz Ryan outlines 10 things to consider when looking at a role. Does the job description match your skills and strengths? Does it include […]
Rumours have been floating around since 2014 about Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler and his PA Aimee Ann Preston, but new reports suggest the relationship is getting serious. Preston – 39 years Tyler’s junior – has been photographed holding hands and getting cosy with the rocker in recent months, most noticeably at the 24th Annual Elton […]
Today is International Women’s Day, a time to celebrate the successes of the female gender. To mark the occasion, Rosetta Stone’s President of Global Enterprise and Education Judy Verses presents her top tips for succeeding in a male-dominated business world. “There are more opportunities for women in the workplace today than ever before,” she says. […]
Every company has its own approach to document management, but with the introduction of new formats and types of records, things can get complicated. Improving the way you handle paperwork – whether it’s electronic or not – can boost productivity across the company. Here, AMS and DocuWare present seven tips for better document management. Take […]
New research shows that the UK is missing out on up to £170bn worth of economic benefits by not having enough females in employment. PwC’s annual Women in Work Index shows that the UK could boost its GDP by 9% (£170 billion) if it could increase the number of women in work to match that […]
The UK of late seems to have adopted the idea that working longer hours means getting more done. However, new research points to the contrary, according to the World Economic Forum. Researchers at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) have learned that working longer hours actually results in a reduction of output. The […]
Leonardo DiCaprio is a hot topic at the moment, what with finally winning the gong for Best Actor at the Oscars. Now his former PA Kasi Brown has come forward to talk about what it’s like working for the man himself – and it sounds pretty amazing. Kasi got the job because a friend of […]
Workplace productivity and a business’s ability to monitor personal messages at the office have been in the spotlight lately following a European court ruling. However, productivity firm Nitro has proven that while managers have a lack of trust in their staff, employees are reporting that their personal business is being left at the door. Nitro […]
