Social media is affecting the way we present ourselves in the office, according to findings from London Offices. The research revealed that many office workers are getting more tongue-in-cheek with their out of office auto-responses, in ways replicating how they present themselves on more casual social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. The report showed that plenty of employees are…
read moreHere at PA Life HQ, we’re getting ready to head out for our annual team-building event. Soon we’ll be lost in the Crystal Maze while we work together to win the crystals and find our way out. The sun is finally shining again, and as we put our feet up for the bank holiday, we’re asking you how are you…
read moreTechnology is continuing to change, and companies have had to adapt quickly to keep relevant in the shifting landscape, but just how has it altered the way we see the business world? Business Energy comparison specialist Love Energy Savings has investigated the changes in tech and has spoken to industry experts to identify the best ways to futureproof your firm.…
read moreMindfulness Expert Dana Zelicha presents five steps to unleashing your inner Wonder Woman and finding the right work-life balance using mindfulness Are you a working woman who feels pressure to find balance? Is fear or uncertainty stopping you from making leaps or moving forward? Society and instinct have made women primary care-takers, however we cannot constructively and in a healthy…
read moreA survey by event management company Cvent shows event planners desire transparency, accuracy and speed from suppliers when they respond to a request for proposal (RFP). The study, entitled the 2017 Global Planner Sourcing Report, also found that more than half (54%) of those surveyed are Millennials, followed by those aged between 35 and 52 (38%). Four in 10 revealed…
read moreA Google employee who posted a controversial memo to colleagues has been fired, according to the BBC. The memo, which was posted on an internal company forum, sparked outrage after arguing that women often find themselves earning less than men down to ‘biological causes’. “We need to stop assuming that gender gaps imply sexism,” explained the unnamed staff member. “The…
read moreThe business world has been buzzing this week about the CIPD’s news that it would take the average employee 160 years to earn what a top FTSE 100 CEO makes in just one year. While there has been a dip in average executive pay, the discrepancy between those at the top and the people working for them is astonishing. We’ve…
read moreContrary to our own Twitter poll that shows colleagues are the most important aspect of a job, the new Hays What Workers Want Report 2017 reveals PAs are heavily influenced by pay when deciding whether to stay in a job or accept a new one. PAs value pay to ensure they are adequately compensated for the ever increasing scope of…
read moreBritish workers in search of a snack look in the office fridge or food cupboards 13 times a day, according to new research, with some saying they do it simply because they’re bored. A survey by appliance retailer AppliancesDirect.co.uk reveals the average employee opens the fridge eight times a day and search the cupboards five times. Women are more likely…
read moreExperts have revealed the best British job position, which should offer perks such as flexible working hours and a generous salary. In a study by OnePoll.com, Brits were asked to describe their dream job and all the benefits that come with it; and while pay and personalities were highly ranked, the most important factor didn’t involve the office at all.…
read moreOffice workers’ sedentary lifestyle poses a risk to their health, says Peter Haling from The Health Quest. Here are his tips for busy PAs to sneak in a bit of exercise at their desk Anyone who’s ever had back pain will know just how debilitating it can be. According to the UK Statistics Authority (2015), 10 million work days and…
read moreBusinesses aren’t doing enough to reduce stress and anxiety in the workplace as culture continues to focus on ‘doing more with less,’ according to specialists. Author Phil Parker has compiled his top ways to stop work burnout in its tracks as part of his P4 programme, a business scheme to help employers implement pre-emptive processes for work stress. Learn the…
read moreThe weather has pulled through for most of the country again, giving us the perfect way to end the week. Here at PA Life, we’re taking the afternoon off for a bit of fun in the sun with rounders in the park. Hopefully you’ll get the chance to go out and enjoy this perfect summer day too. Before we get…
read moreCompanies are losing almost a month’s worth of work due to illness, according to new reports. A study by VitalityHealth has revealed that the UK economy is losing a massive £73 billion each year due to both sickness outside of the office or bringing illness into the office. While some employers have considered alternative methods to improve health, there are…
read moreOrganising an event in the digital age can be a daunting task, and making the most of the various platforms from Twitter and LinkedIn to Snapchat and even WhatsApp can be overwhelming without preparation. Speaking with PA Life editor Molly Dyson at this year’s London Venues Summit, event organisers and social media specialists were brought together to discuss just how…
read moreIt’s been another busy week at PA Life HQ; we attended last Friday’s London PA Awards to help celebrate those PAs who were recognised for their hard work, then we stopped in to the launch of Dickie’s Bar at Corrigan’s Mayfair, followed by our own networking event at the new Ivy City Garden – a truly beautiful restaurant located just…
read moreFinding speakers and key opinion leaders (KOL) can be a difficult task, and getting them to appear at your event means dealing with a number of factors. After tackling availability comes the travel arrangements, potential accommodation, ensuring they have access to the facilities they need and making sure they can meet the schedule, all with a deadline looming. Talking with…
read moreThe Executive & Personal Assistants Association (EPAA) recently surveyed the PA community to dig deeper into the gender divide of the role for its #NotJustAGirlsJob campaign and revealed some interesting statistics. Molly Dyson examines the results It has long been reported that there is a huge divide between men and women in the PA role. According to the EPAA’s #NotJustAGirlsJob…
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