It’s a strange title, ‘assistant’, says Robert Kenward. No matter which word precedes it there will always be the archaic connotations whereby people assume you’re a ‘get things done’ person rather than a ‘here are my thoughts’ person. Successful companies recognise the best people to help them move the business forward are those in it and that the people closest…
read moreWith the full seminar line-up now announced, office* – the award-winning business event for executive office support professionals – is tracking ahead on seminar bookings for 2016. Renowned for attracting world-class speakers offering the best tailored training on the latest management techniques, prospective attendees are being encouraged to book their places as soon as possible, as many sessions are anticipated…
read moreUS-based corporate training start-up Bridge recently surveyed 1,000 office workers to find out how gender affects the way we see common workplace issues such as equal pay, sexual harassment and gender discrimination. The results are pretty revealing. When it comes to equal pay, men seem to be wearing rose tinted glasses, with 58% of those polled saying they think women…
read moreToday is International Women’s Day, a time to celebrate the successes of the female gender. To mark the occasion, Rosetta Stone’s President of Global Enterprise and Education Judy Verses presents her top tips for succeeding in a male-dominated business world. “There are more opportunities for women in the workplace today than ever before,” she says. “Staying ahead of the game…
read moreSamantha Cox, former EA to Sir Richard Branson – one of the UK’s most successful entrepreneurs – is now confirmed to host a headline Keynote Q&A at office* 2016. Ms Cox will be taking part in an exclusive interview hosted by Lucy Brazier, Publisher of Executive Secretary Magazine, on Thursday, 12 May, the second day of office* – the award-winning…
read moreWith trainers flying in from all corners of the globe, office* has yet again announced an outstanding training programme. Any PA or EA will know a trip to office* leaves you full of inspiration, motivated and better informed in your job – empowering you to be the best you can be. Key to this is the outstanding seminar programme. Whether…
read moreIt might not seem like it this week, but warmer weather is right around the corner. However, your energy levels are probably still suffering at the hands of cold, dark days. But leadership expert Jan Hills has eight tips designed to help you boost the energy on your team. Enhance your relationships While it’s important to be professional, you should…
read moreThe recent Oscars row over the level of diversity among its nominees has reverberated around the world, but is there a more fundamental issue that affects workplaces everywhere, not just those in Hollywood. Tommy Lai, Marketing Director at recruitment tech firm WCN explores the importance of having a diverse workforce, explains its benefits and looks at what can be done…
read moreMemorable experiences are vital to the success of any event. This has always been a key aspect for The PA Show – to create and deliver memorable experiences to empower and inspire, keeping PAs, EAs, executive secretaries and all other office professionals who fulfil the same role and responsibilities at the top of their game for the year ahead and…
read moreOne of the main points people cite for job satisfaction is a clear investment by higher-ups in a company’s employees. It can be frustrating if your boss doesn’t seem interested in your career. But corporate coach and Huffington Post blogger Candidly Kim says knowing the difference between leaders and managers can help you set your expectations. Here are Kim’s top…
read moreSports Show Ltd and Vitality are set to bring you the ultimate Business Sports Day, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham on the 24 June. The exclusive sporting team building event, which will find the UK’s ultimate business team, will be hosted by more than 30 sporting heroes including Rugby World Cup winners Will Greenwood and Maggie Alphonsi, Olympic Games…
read more2016 is well and truly under way now, so it’s time to get serious about your goal to succeed at work. If achieving more is your aim, leadership speaker Cy Wakeman offers some great tips for positive results. Hold yourself accountable The only person that can stand in your way is you. Don’t point fingers at others when you encounter…
read moreDespite increased business awareness of the importance of actively supporting health and wellbeing in the workplace, there remains a stubborn ‘implementation gap’ in UK workplaces, which is threatening individuals’ health and long-term business sustainability. This is according to a new report from the CIPD, ‘Growing the health and well-being agenda: from first steps to full potential’, which highlights that the…
read moreTraining firm Leadership IQ recently surveyed employees and found that telecommuters are 87% more likely to say they love their job than their office-bound counterparts. Only 24% of people based at their company’s office say they love their jobs, while 38% of mobile workers and 45% of telecommuters report being happy.The survey asked participants to say how they usually work…
read moreThe world of elite sport has long understood how to equip the minds of individuals and teams with the required resilience and control to win against the best competition. Thanks to the Financial Times Corporate World Championships, (FTCWC) businesses can now benefit from this understanding too. The FTCWC is an unprecedented opportunity for businesses to benefit from elite psychological performance…
read moreLooking for something different? Try this! Driven by the demand for ‘out of the box’ team-building experiences, the Bear Grylls Survival Academy delivers unique survival experiences, designed to bring out the best in teams as they are placed in survival scenarios and made to work together to reach rescue. Is it too physical? Anything “Bear Grylls” might be perceived to…
read moreThe office is a great place to find support for a new diet or exercise regime, but sometimes the weight loss talk goes beyond a joke. Some experts even equate competitive dieting with harassment. Here are a few tips for handling the accusing glances if you’re not as strict as your colleagues. Diane Shipley from The Guardian says she spoke…
read moreDespite gains in gender equality in the workplace, sexist comments haven’t disappeared. Have you ever referred to a group of adult women at work as “girls?” Have you reflexively asked only women to take notes at meetings? Despite major advances in gender equality in the workplace, old pieces of sexism linger. 1. “You probably won’t come back to work…
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