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How can employers attract, recruit and retain Black Gen Z talent in 2023

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Following the release of the #ThisIsBlackGenZ report, which surveyed and interviewed Black Gen Z to reveal their real-life experiences in the UK workplace, the team at TapIn have put together ‘11 Recommendations for Employers to Attract, Recruit, and Retain Black Gen Z talent in 2023’. The tips come after the annual report has revealed: Code-switching […]

World Menopause Day on 18 October: is employer support adequate?

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It’s great to have witnessed the change in how we discuss menopause today compered to not so long ago when it was still largely regarded as a taboo subject or at least embarrassing to talk about. The World Menopause Day is a great example of the positive change, although we still have more work to […]

Checking in: Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort in Montenegro

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Our Editor spent an extended weekend at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort – a beachfront resort surrounded by mountains in a fjord-like location by the Adriatic Sea in Southern Montenegro. Kotor Bay – or Boka Bay as it’s called locally, is a jaw-droppingly beautiful coastal gem and largely unknow outside the region which under the […]

How your business can reduce scope 3 emissions with employee shuttles

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The importance of scope 3 emissions is continuing to rise, so taking this into consideration now when preparing your 2024 strategy will inevitably put your business in a better position in years to come when scope 3 emissions become a mandatory part of your business activity. If you’re not familiar, scope 3 emissions are indirect […]

88% of CEOs want their employee in the office more

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New research by leading flexible workspace platform, Hubble, reveals that businesses still haven’t ‘solved’ workspace, years after the post-lockdown working shakeup. A survey of 200 leaders found that 88% of CEOs want employees in the office more; two thirds planning changes to their workspace setup in the next 12 months. Hubble reveals that businesses are […]

The Christmas countdown has begun!

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The Christmas countdown has begun! Experience a magical Christmas celebration on the Thames with City Cruises London. Enjoy festive food, drinks, and breath-taking views for an unforgettable party. Plan your unique Christmas venue on the water today! As the holiday season approaches, the Christmas countdown has begun! The search for unique and unforgettable venues to […]

THE PA SHOW AUTUMN 2023

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The PA Show Autumn will return to London for the second year on October 17th following a successful launch of the Show’s more intimate autumn edition at Canary Wharf last year! PA Life will once again have its stand at the show – come and find us at stand 48 where you can also pick […]

Harnessing the power of autumn for your well-being

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As summer gracefully fades into autumn, nature undergoes a breathtaking transformation, and so can we. The shift from the sunny, carefree days of summer to the cosy, contemplative ambience of the autumn provides a unique opportunity to enhance our overall well-being and give us back (or invite in) some self-care rituals and routines. Lucy Eden, […]

Preparing for ETIAS: A guide for business travellers to Europe

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Laura Busby, Commercial Director at the Good Travel Management, explains what the introduction of the new screening process by the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) will mean for travellers and companies arranging business trips to Europe, and how to prepare for it now.  Travellers will encounter a new €7 fee next year as […]

How to futureproof your Assistant profession during the rise of AI

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‘Generative AI’ has become a buzz term circling the assistant world. AI tools such as Chat GPT have become arguably ‘conventional’, with industry experts warning us of its disruptive force. According to World Economic Forum research, AI is projected to create around 97 million new jobs, countering workforce displacement concerns. So, why in the business […]

Balancing budgets and benefits: Cost-effective corporate gifts for Christmas 2023

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2023 has been a financially challenging year for many companies. Employee benefits are often the first to be cut, which can have a negative impact on staff morale, motivation and engagement. Or perhaps your customer-gifting schemes have been dropped this year, leaving clients feeling abandoned and unappreciated.  But it’s not all negative. Cost-effective corporate gifts […]

How to tackle anxiety at work

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Multitasking may seem the more efficient, effective way to get through your day at work, but it has actually been shown to be less productive, and anxiety-inducing. Brain and Behaviour Specialist, Neuroscientist and C-suite Mentor Dr Lynda Shaw shares her advice on what we can do if we suffer from anxiety and how to tackle […]

Ten fatal mistakes Executive Assistants (still) make

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Adam Fidler, founder of Adam Fidler Academy, draws attention to the top ten mistakes that EAs need to avoid. Don’t feel offended as he urges you to use this as a development tool and take a self-critical approach to your EA career. LACK OF WRITING SKILLS Developing the ability to write, and draft documents takes […]

Financial worry is the health and wellbeing issue affecting most generations

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Stress caused by financial worry is the health and wellbeing issue affecting most generations of staff, according to employers industry body (GRiD). As World Mental Health Day (October 10th) approaches, new research1 from GRiD, Group Risk Development, the industry body for the group risk sector shows that employers believe that stress and anxiety related to […]

Over half of workers don’t trust the use of ChatGPT in the workplace

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Since ChatGPT’s launch last November, the search for artificial intelligence has rocketed by 1,700%. The chatbot, which has attracted over 100 million users, has been the centre of much debate in recent months, especially when it comes to its position and the use of ChatGPT in the workplace. Keen to learn more about the use […]

Better training needed to deal with whistleblowing matters

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 A ‘speak up’ culture may be building across businesses and organisations but there is a worrying lack of awareness and training on how to deal with whistleblowing matters. Organisations are running the risk of reporting managers not understanding how to respond when an incident of wrongdoing is raised, and investigations not being carried out in […]

Gen Z and Millennials expect high Digital Employee Experience or would quit

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Riverbed Global Digital Employee Experience (DEX) Survey 2023 explores expectations of ‘digital natives,’ hybrid work, evolving role of IT, and challenges and strategies to delivering an exceptional DEX. It’s to Attracting and Retaining Millennial and Gen Z Employees? These statistics make stark reading. 66% of UK business and IT decision makers (BDMs/ITDMs) believe failing to […]

The London Bierfest returns 19th – 20th October

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A Bavarian-style beer festival in the heart of London will once again be buzzing with live music, unlimited beer steins, dancing, authentic German catering, and a host of entertainment. The London Bierfest is a must-attend hospitality event at Old Billingsgate within The City of London. Each day, over 1,600 revellers enjoy the quality hospitality and […]