There has been a huge rise in the number of people working remotely. In the US, for example, it is expected that nearly half of all employees will work from home by next year. But telecommuting doesn’t always mean ultimate flexibility, so how can you be sure to cover yourself if you need to run […]

As employees’ thoughts turn to the Christmas season and a gradual wind-down towards the end of 2015, many are also gearing up for a brand new working year starting 4 January 2016 and thinking about what they want employers to provide beyond salaries and bonuses.   According to independent research amongst UK employees undertaken by specialist […]

The office isn’t usually the kind of place you’d expect to see furry friends wandering around, but one company is allowing employees to bring their pets to work in a bid to reduce stress. The Purina Petcare office in Sydney, Australia has taken research conducted by US-based Virginia Commonwealth University in 2012 to heart. The […]

New research from Portus, the employment benefits consultancy firm, reveals that 66% of the British working population expects to work beyond 65. Just over one in 10 (11%) anticipate they will be working beyond 76, or will never retire. In addition:• 74% of those who expect to be working beyond 65 say it will be […]

The world is a scary place right now. Where’s safe to go to? Well, for British citizens, the safety of foreign countries is ranked by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office – the FCO. According to new analysis by Collinson Group there has been a 52% (842,264) increase in the number of visits by UK business […]

2015 has been an amazing year for PA Life. With a big increase in PAs signing up to the magazine and many joining the PA Life Club, the team is excited to be working on some big changes for the brand over the coming months. The PA Life brand has been going strong over the […]

My Fight to the Top – Michelle Mone (Blink Publishing, £14.99) This book is a moving and gritty autobiography. Michelle describes in detail her humble beginnings in the West End of Glasgow, where she gained her stripes in sales, right up to the creation of Ultimo, which is now one of the most recognised fashion […]

On Monday, 30 November the newly opened Soho Square a cocktail bar and restaurant – a unique Art Deco building over four floors – played host to 50 PA Life Club members for a fun evening of networking, cocktails, canapés and tours of the venue space. Its motto is ‘a great place in Central London […]

Almost 3 million working days are lost each year to care for children that are feeling ill. Research conducted by PushDoctor.co.uk, Europe’s leading on-demand video GP appointment service found that parents lose on average 3 hours per month taking children to medical appointments or staying off work to look after a sick child. A third […]

Those who work from home regularly say they feel remote working allows them to be more productive. But for those who don’t do it very often, the home offers a variety of things that can distract you from the task at hand. Here, Emma Johnson, creator of WealthySingleMommy.com, offers up her top tips for avoiding […]

Research by Chantal Gautier, Visiting Lecturer at Cass Business School, suggests that office romances are more common than we think and the reason behind them is based on how organisations hire rather than Cupid’s arrow. In her book, The Psychology of Work: Insights into Successful Working Practices, Gautier examines how working environments provide the perfect […]

The festive season is officially upon us and Christmas parties are here.   If you haven’t booked a venue for your festivities yet do not fear, Georgina Coleman, Head of Events for the UK’s largest nightlife group Late Night London has listed her best tips to get a great venue and last minute price.   […]

Pulled your manager’s name out of the Secret Santa hat? Here are some 6 gift ideas suitable for men and women.   Colouring books for adults have been one of the biggest trends of the year as colouring is a great way to help with stress and tension, helping people unwind after a hard day. […]

Reed & Mackay, a leading corporate travel management company, has launched an innovative online booking tool. This key market development means that businesses no longer have to choose between the best in online or offline service. Already recognised as the industry leader for VIP service excellence, Reed & Mackay’s online booking tool, viatiQ, is built […]

One third of companies worry that their employees won’t make the right decision following pension freedom.   New research from Mercer and the Confederation of British Industry has shown that, following the Freedom and Choice in Pensions reforms, one third of businesses (36%) are concerned that their employees won’t make the right decision on how […]

The world is becoming a more dangerous place, but companies still need to do business. Properly protecting employees going to locations regarded as high risk requires proper travel security planning. Chauffeur company TBR Global has partnered with private security specialist Priavo to create TBR Secure, an enhanced ground transportation service. Here are their tips for […]

HS2, the proposed high-speed rail link between Birmingham and Crewe will be opened in 2027 – six years earlier than planned. The London to Birmingham route was originally due for completion by 2026, and to Manchester and Leeds by 2033. The Chancellor, George Osborne announced that ex-head of the CBI business group John Cridland would […]

An interactive presentation where delegates are encouraged to get involved with the learning process is of most importance to meeting attendees in helping them retain information, according to research carried out by imago. The research – “Does the future have room for face-to-face communication” – was conducted earlier this year amongst a sample of more […]