The Venue Search London team revealed their picks for the best kept secret venues across the capital at the London Christmas Party Show yesterday. The specialist Venue Search London team hosted a very popular seminar at the event aimed at the corporate market entitled ‘Best Kept Secret Venues; 10 of London’s Hidden Gems.’ The team […]

Job satisfaction in the UK has dropped to its lowest level in more than two years and job-seeking intentions have risen to almost a quarter (24%) of employees – a two-and-a-half year high. Although wider global economic uncertainty has likely shaken the labour market, the world of work is changing too and organisations therefore need to […]

As the official media partner of the London Christmas Party Show, we hosted a welcome breakfast for PAs attending the event at 8 Northumberland Avenue on 5 May. It was a bright and early start, but caterer AlchemyLive delivered tasty treats for all. In addition to a welcoming glass of Buck’s Fizz, we munched on […]

There is no official or reliable data existing to show how many disabled people are on boards, despite drives for diversity in recent years. Commissioned by NonExecutiveDirectors.com, the research has shown that while the issue of women’s representation on boards has gained real traction in policy and practice over the last decade or so, there […]

Sometimes the key to productivity isn’t necessarily working longer hours; it’s about working smarter. Business growth expert Meridith Elliott-Powell says there are five simple things you can do to work less and produce more. 1 Understand how your company makes money By making money, Meridith doesn’t just mean following budgets. You should understand how your […]

PA Life is pleased to once again be partnering with bespoke drinks company Sejuiced to bring visitors to this year’s office* show a selection of tasty “cocktails” when they visit our stand. Sylvia Garvin, Founder of Sejuiced says: “We’re absolutely delighted to be partnering with PA Life again on their stand at office* next week. […]

You’re invited to join the PA Life team and fellow PAs at an exclusive networking event at Solent Forts on 18 May from 3pm-6.30pm. Located off the coast of Portsmouth, drop anchor in the Solent and experience genuinely unique venues at Solent Forts. Each of the three forts offers a distinct experience. We will meet […]

Thousands of PAs, EAs, VAs and Office Managers are preparing to visit next week’s office* – the UK’s biggest dedicated event for office support professionals. The popular two-day show taking place at London’s ExCeL on 11-12 May looks set for another record turnout, with more than 4,000 attendees expected. Pre-registered visitors include Office Executives from […]

Small businesses are suffering a staff brain drain with nearly one in five workers quitting each year to get new jobs, blaming poor employee benefits, research from new online provider Pure Benefits shows. The study by Pure Benefits, a service that helps firms employing up to 50 staff to buy benefits quickly and efficiently, found […]

Almost a third (31%) of UK professionals anticipate taking a sabbatical of at least six months before they retire, according to new research commissioned by Investec Wealth & Investment. Travel is the main driver behind taking a sabbatical, cited by 51% of respondents, followed by more family time (30%). A quarter (25%) of professionals are […]

Ever find yourself stuck in a challenging situation with no positive outcome in sight? Janet Rawson from Twisted Events Presents will teach you practical tips and tricks to handle difficult work conversations at the next PA Life Training Day. Janet is a Learning and Development Consultant with a passion for utilising the power of drama-based […]

We all have quirky traits that define the kind of person we are. But even in the changing world of business there are certain things you should never do at work, according to Kris Duggan, Co-Founder and CEO of BetterWorks. In an article for Fortune, Kris says you should never: Refuse to collaborate It doesn’t […]

How do you stop your energy levels from slumping during a meeting? Well, there’s plenty you can do in the build-up to wake up your brain and perform. Richard Bartfield, Conference & Events Sales Manager at Holiday Inn London – Stratford City, gives us some easy tips to help you stay focused throughout not just […]

Back in March, the Government released a report that found pregnant women face harassment at work. Now Citizens Advice says the number of women seeking help on pregnancy and maternity issues is on the rise, with some new mums reporting being put on zero-hours contracts or forced out of their jobs. The charity says there […]

It’s likely you’ve been through an interview at some point in your life – maybe even several. To say you know the usual questions is an understatement. But job listing site Glassdoor sifted through thousands of user reviews to come up with a list of the 50 most common interview questions. So brush up on […]

It was branded a recession-fuelled flash in the pan, but the British seaside staycation is very much here to stay, according to travel experts. The smell of fish and chips on the promenade, the sight of striped deckchairs on the beach and the sound of seagulls soaring in the sky above all conjure up nostalgic […]

Independent charity Historic Royal Palaces has built on its existing relationship with The Luna Cinema, with the Tower of London now joining Hampton Court Palace and Kensington Palace on the list of venues hosting open-air film screenings this summer. The inaugural Tower of London season will see the landmark’s moat turned into an outdoor cinema […]

The world has come a long way on gender equality, but statistics show one in two women in the UK has been the victim of sexual harassment at work – and that’s not even counting the men who are being preyed upon. Finding yourself in a difficult situation is disheartening and many feel embarrassed about […]