Research conducted among employees reveals 70% of office workers want their employer to support them in taking regular breaks for the sake of their health. 79% of the UK?s workforce most in agreement with this are aged 18-34, according to a study conducted by YouGov on behalf of Power Plate FitStop, from Performance Health Systems (PHS). […]

Workers aged over 50 are routinely being overlooked for promotion despite possessing the essential knowledge and experience needed to fill the ever-growing leadership skills gap in the UK, according to a new released today by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). ?Untapped talent: Can over 50s bridge the leadership skills gap??, which has drawn […]

Women planning to retire in 2015 are preparing themselves to live on an income 25% lower than their male counterparts, according to new research from Prudential. The insurer?s annual ?Class of? research, which tracks the future financial plans and aspirations of people planning to retire in the year ahead, is now into its eighth year […]

Nearly a third of workers have admitted using drugs at work and nearly 90% of employees say they?ve been drunk when they were on duty, incredible figures from a survey carried out for a national health and safety law consultancy have revealed. According to Protecting.co.uk, the ?lunchtime drinking session? has never gone away, costing UK […]

PA Life is pleased to announce the arrival of its new editor, Amelia Walker. Amelia joins the team at an exciting time of growth and development for the brand, including the introduction of new publisher Katy Phillips. Amelia?s previous experience includes five years at FMS, a specialist contract publisher for luxury brands. Her role involved […]

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 […]