We recently reported that productivity can be increased by having a clean office or adding a splash of colour with art. But in terms of the business as a whole, the experts at smallbusiness.co.uk say going green is the best way to boost performance. Energy efficient offices cut bills by 20% Energy-efficient equipment can reduce […]

Campaign launches to end disadvantage in youth recruitment and help companies attract the best young talent Negative experiences with recruitment hurt corporate reputations with one in three young people finding the process of applying for jobs difficult. Of those, one in five are put off that company and one in ten off the sector completely. […]

We spend a lot of time with our colleagues. While some you can consider friends, others are just, well… annoying. And the Fast Company has captured the most annoying person at the office so well in a single video. In the video, “Carol” has some maddening features that make her intolerable, including: Taking your snacks […]

On Tuesday, 15 March from 5pm-9pm, country venue Hedsor House will host an Executive and Personal Assistant Showcase to talk about the latest trends in business technology. The evening will help PAs and EAs stay abreast of key technology trends, as well as give them tips and tools they can use every day to ensure […]

New research by job listing site Glassdoor shows that most people believe men and women are paid equally despite several reports pointing to a huge gender pay gap. Seven in 10 employed adults in seven countries believe men and women are paid equally by their employer. However, more men believe this than women, with only […]

All work and no play? An AVirtual survey shows that’s rarely the case for the full-time employed. 57% of business owners believe that outsourcing work to virtual employees is more productive than having full-time in-house staff 1.6 business hours wasted every day by the average employee Sneaky cigarettes and social media are the biggest work-time […]

If the thought of asking for a pay rise creates a sense of dread so bad you’d rather scrub the floors or spend quality time at the dentist’s surgery, you’re not alone. While 65% of employees surveyed by specialist recruitment firm Robert Half have more confidence in their job prospects compared to a year ago, […]

Most people take great pride in keeping their house clean and tidy, but that doesn’t always carry through to the office. Yet the average adult spends more time awake at work than at home. System Hygiene says a clean office can help boost productivity in four important ways. Reducing sickness The average employee loses around […]

Last week, we published some top tips for succeeding at work. But success isn’t just about working hard and engaging. It’s important to go beyond that and truly thrive at work, according to Chris White, Managing Director at the Centre for Positive Organisations at the University of Michigan. White says a thriving employee is “defined […]

A recent YouGov poll reveals that four million Brits have experienced violence at work, with health workers topping the list. The poll shows that 12% of people (one in eight) have experienced violence in work-related incidents, with some employees reportedly being punched, spat at, or even stabbed. Public-facing employees reported the most cases of aggression, […]

Two-thirds of UK workers are now saving through workplace pensions, thanks to automatic pension enrolment, but seven in 10 employers are feeling the impact in cost terms. While the focus must remain on encouraging employees to save into a workplace pension, the pressure is on for employers to improve productivity before other elements of the […]

The daily commute has long been one of the greatest sources of frustration for workers. With the average worker clocking up nearly 8,000 miles per year, crowding and delays on public transport and an increasingly choked road network, there’s little wonder that for many people the morning trip to work is the low point of […]

Hi All! Many of you have spoken to us about becoming much more involved with PA Life magazine – which is fantastic news for us, as it means that by doing so, we will continue to produce current, relevant and authentic content, tailored to you and your professional needs. We are therefore looking for contributors to provide information for our […]

While one study shows that 33% of Brits reach for snacks during times of stress, another piece of research has found higher cortisol levels can actually help burn calories. A study published in Experimental Physiology says the body’s reaction to stress varies from person to person. While it triggers excessive eating in some, others actually […]

New research commissioned by Collinson Group has found the majority of HR professionals (58%) believe the process of sending employees abroad has got more complicated and difficult from a duty of care perspective over the past 12 months. At a time of heightened global travel risks, the study also found more than half (54%) believe […]

office* – the award-winning business event for executive office support professionals, has launched a new set of awards to recognise the outstanding brands and suppliers serving the UK’s office manager and PA community. PAs, EAs, VAs, and office managers are invited to vote for their favourite UK suppliers across ten categories – covering everything from […]

Recruiters must do more to adapt to demographic changes and connect with emerging talent if they are to fill skills gaps opening as the older generation starts to leave the workplace, according to Charles Hipps, CEO at WCN. As baby boomers start to leave the workforce a generational shift occurs, causing millennials to become the […]

Last Thursday, event professionals, Bankside businesses and London press gathered for the launch of Hilton Bankside’s events and conference spaces in the impressive Ballroom of the hotel. Guests were treated to an array of special events throughout the evening, including champagne and cocktails served by flair bartenders alongside a number of food stations courtesy of […]