Research released in the fourth annual Employee Insight Report from Capita Employee Benefits reveals that almost half of UK workers (44%) know a colleague who has had to give up work because of stress, while more than a third of people (36%) say that colleagues have complained about feeling stressed to their employer, but received no support. The in-depth report,…
read moreEarlier this week we reported that UK staff rack up 66 million hours of unpaid overtime each week. A new study has taken this down to an individual level, revealing that British employees work an average of 38 working days above their paid contract every year. Researchers found workers actually graft for an incredible extra 305 hours and 30 minutes…
read moreBy the end of his first month as general manager of the four-star Sofitel London Gatwick Hotel, Globy Ouseph will have drunk 254 cups of coffee. The moment he took up the top post, he made it his priority to meet and chat with every member of staff individually. So he invited each and every one of the 254-strong team…
read moreExpert Microsoft Productivity Trainer to Bill Gates’ team Vickie Sokol Evans has launched a global ‘Work-Life Balance’ campaign, offering free training resources during National Work Life week – now until 7 October – to help employees leave the office on time – increasing their productivity, improving their results, and helping to cultivate a healthy work culture, while at the same…
read moreLindsay Taylor, Senior Training Partner with the IAM and Director of Your Excellency, will be delivering two interactive and informative sessions at the next PA Life Training Day, which takes place on 14 November at the Grange Tower Bridge Hotel. We recently caught up with Lindsay to get her opinion on the PA industry and what attendees can expect to…
read moreLindsay Taylor, Senior Training Partner with the IAM and Director of Your Excellency, will be delivering two interactive and informative sessions at the next PA Life Training Day, which takes place on 14 November at the Grange Tower Bridge Hotel. We recently caught up with Lindsay to get her opinion on the PA industry and what attendees can expect to…
read moreThe average employee spends the equivalent of more than six working days a year slagging off their boss, a study has found. A poll of 2000 office workers found more than six in 10 regularly have a moan about their manager to other colleagues during lunch breaks, on social media, or even while sat at their desks. But these little…
read moreOne in four Brits doesn’t trust their boss, a new study has found. A poll of 2000 people found one in four employees doesn’t trust their boss, with workers in the North East (30%) the most distrusting of those that cover their pay cheques. Around one in 10 don’t always have faith in their sibling, while the average Brit takes…
read moreJoin the PA Life team for an evening of networking and a show round of Allianz Park, home to the Saracens, on 4 October from 6pm-8pm. Allianz Park, home to reigning English and European rugby champions the Saracens, is set within 26 acres of green space and boasts 24 rooms, many with views over the stadium, accommodating up to 1000…
read moreThe iconic Royal York Hotel, located adjacent to York mainline rail station, has teamed up with Virgin Trains East Coast to launch a new premium package for meeting and conference delegates. The ‘All You Can Meet’ package offers a seamless one-stop booking service for meetings at the newly refurbished Royal York Hotel, combined with delegate rail travel on the Virgin…
read moreDon’t forget to make the most of double Showtime Rewards this month, with double cinema tickets and double value gift cards for all new events this September taking place at PH Hotels and their associated hotel groups – De Vere Venues and Four Pillars Hotels – giving you access to more than 40 great UK locations from London to Glasgow.…
read moreBored with your office lunch? Does a sandwich leave you feeling bloated or tired in the afternoon? Tudor Park’s new Executive Head Chef Alfonso Salvaggio has put together a selection of packed lunch ideas that will stimulate the taste buds as well as the brain cells. Alfonso (pictured left) and his 13-strong team of chefs are experienced in creating beautiful…
read moreExpert Microsoft Productivity Trainer to Bill Gates’ team Vickie Sokol Evans has launched a global ‘Back-to-School’ campaign, offering free training sessions from 6-9 September to help employees leave the office on time – increasing their productivity, improving their results, and helping to cultivate a healthy work culture, while at the same time increasing profits. Empowering global workforces to improve their…
read moreAs I walk into the Belfry Hotel and Resort, it is a hive of activity. Couples wander around in fluffy robes and there are polo-wearing golfers milling around, kitted out in the latest gear. The doorman informs me that 300 golfers are here and 100 of those are corporates staying overnight. I drop my bags and head to the Gatsby-style…
read moreA recent survey by Viking Direct, one of the largest office product suppliers in the world, has revealed that nearly half of people working from home in the UK suffer from stress and have no one to talk to about it. 67% of office workers, on the other hand, feel like they do have someone to turn to in times of stress,…
read moreAllianz Park has launched a social media campaign in search of champions of the events world. To take part, event organisers must nominate their events champs by leaving the person’s full name and two words that best describe their star qualities, using the dedicated hashtag to win prizes (e.g. Fred Bloggs, smiley efficiency #eventschamps). The campaign runs until 28 August…
read moreL’Amandier’s owners have spent 12 years creating this dazzling retreat to celebrate Moroccan craftsmanship, cuisine and culture – and it shows. If you’re seeking a new haunt for both work and play, this is one for your little black book. Amelia Walker checks in. Marrakech is abuzz. Not just because of it currently being peak summer, nor because earlier this…
read moreDeals website Groupon recently surveyed 2000 Americans on their levels of stress and what they would do to relax if given the chance. The results showed that 60% of our counterparts across the pond are trapped in an unhealthy work-life balance and don’t have enough time in the day to relax. With all of the pressures and responsibilities of work…
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