You?ve just got back from a week of complete relaxation, when the only thing on your to-do list was to not do a thing. Now, you?re back to reality and struggling to muster up the strength to turn on the computer, trudge through your inbox and jump right back into your normal work routine. Even […]

Rail users in the UK spend a higher proportion of their wages on travel than workers anywhere else in Europe, rail campaigners have revealed this year. For the average-earning British worker (?27,200 annually), as much as 17% of earnings are now being spent on commuting to and from work or on business travel. With this […]

There has been a focus on stress levels in the workplace in recent years, which has given rise to the need for companies to offer help to employees. Despite this new awareness, research shows that workers are still leaving their jobs en masse in order to escape the pressure. Capita Employee Benefits has launched its […]

The UK?s countryside provides a picturesque backdrop for corporate events with a difference. Molly Dyson travels into the woods to visit one property that has a lot to offer Ashdown Park Hotel is nestled in the Ashdown Forest, famous for being the inspiration behind the Hundred Acre Wood, home to the characters of AA Milne?s […]

More than one in three (35%) office workers are too busy to take time out for health and wellbeing activities that could benefit them now and later in life, according to new research by Age UK and Bupa. The survey found that more than a third (35%) of people whose work is mainly office based […]

Do you find yourself considering your mobile phone to be your lifeline and can?t imagine life without it? New research conducted by cloud-based expense management solution webexpenses reveals that UK employees who use mobile apps at work are 21% more likely to be happier with their jobs. With almost half (49%) of all employees saying […]

Any EA or PA knows that events are crucial to businesses, but the time and effort it takes to organise them can really take the fun out of putting them on ? especially when event management is just part of an EA or PA?s already jam-packed day. Micepage recognises that businesses need to run company […]

If you?re booking multiple train tickets for your colleagues, did you know there are a number of ways to ensure you?re getting the best available ticket? On average, you can save 38%* by booking train tickets in advance using a trainline business account, but that?s not all ? here?s five tools and tips to make […]

Any good PA knows that time management is the key to a successful career. With so many tasks ranging from note taking and arranging meetings to ordering office supplies and organising your boss?s diary, it?s no wonder management assistants find it difficult to stay on top of everything. Here are some handy hints for surviving […]

With 93 per cent of a first impression based on how you look and sound and only seven per cent on what you say, Nicole Holgate reveals how to make people remember you for all the right reasons.  Having a confident appearance in the workplace not only helps you to present an excellent image to […]

If your workload is affecting your personal life, you may want to let your boss know he or she can make more money from your skills by expecting less. Businesses that help staff to achieve a good work-life balance earn 27% more per year from each employee, according to a newly released study. The research, […]

Employees who have been hiding a romantic relationship with a colleague should expose their secret to the company ? so long as they keep it professional during office hours. A recent survey reveals that flings are thought to increase productivity. The research conducted by health and safety law consultancy Protecting.co.uk shows that 62% of employees […]

Green has become the new black, as corporate social responsibility now tops business agendas. Elia Nicolas explains the advantages to making your event a green one The task of promoting your company?s green goodwill through hosting an eco-friendly event is becoming increasingly important in today?s economy. More people are becoming aware of the impact that […]

Looking for a new job, whether you?re in the market for a change or have found yourself suddenly unemployed, is stressful at the best of times. The constant uncertainty, anxiety over interviews and the sting of rejection is enough to send anyone into an emotional spiral. However, there are ways to deal with the situation […]

If you find yourself resenting your daily slog into the office, take heart in the fact that you?re not alone. A recent study shows that the average UK worker spends more than 11 weeks a year commuting to and from their workplace. The findings, which were compiled by space management software company Cloudbooking, utilises the […]

Dealing with an unreasonable and unpleasant boss can become both draining and demoralising, but as James and Simon Brooke point out, there is an array of useful strategies you can adopt to help you cope with even the most toxic manager There?s little point in plotting against your boss ? it?s a waste of time […]

A new survey shows that office workers who have a plant on their desk tend to take fewer sick days than those without a bit of greenery. Those with a flair for flora have also been found to be more productive and engaged with their work. Several world-wide studies, including one from a group of […]

Tuesday, 13 October marks the return of the award-winning office* show to London?s Olympia. Thanks to its focus on new innovations and expert training opportunities, this popular two-day event has garnered a loyal (and ever-increasing) following among thousands of executive support professionals from all across the UK. To mark the opening of visitor registration for […]