More than half of HR professionals have admitted to not leaving their desk during lunch, according to new figures. The results to the Robert Walters Career Lifestyle Survey have shown that British professionals are more likely to power through rather than take a break, despite reports that taking a break can boost productivity. Specialists are […]

Workers who take regular smoke breaks are considered disruptive by their colleagues at the cost of their company, according to new research. A study by Vapourlites and the British Heart Foundation revealed that frequent smokers could be taking up to four breaks a day, costing bosses around £1,815 a year per employee. Causing friction among […]

A clear policy on equality and diversity in the workplace is the simplest solution to stopping discrimination. Outlining business expectations and defining what kind of behaviour is acceptable and what isn’t is the strongest way to help reinforce office mentality and create the best possible environment for your employees, according to a statement by eLearning […]

Sailing company Viking Mariners has introduced a series of ‘Stay & Sail’ packages to encourage businesses to find their sea legs. Combining a day onboard a luxury yacht with an overnight stay at a boutique hotel, the Suffolk-based specialist is offering personalised events to encourage companies to learn about hospitality, leadership and team building for groups […]

Employee productivity is at risk through insistence of maintaining an ‘always on’ mentality, according to new reports. Being encouraged to power through to the end of the working day, many are finding their work overwhelming without the ability to properly wind down and take a breather. Examining how fatigue affects workers and how to overcome […]

The business landscape is changing to reflect the growing world around us, and introducing the Millennial to the workplace can be a nightmare for some businesses. The Millennials and ‘Generation Z’ are the first generations to grow up within a constantly-connected, multicultural world, and they’re bringing their new experiences to the working world. Opinionated, informed […]

Travelling could be the secret to solving your job worries, according to a new report. CV Library has revealed how you could improve your attractiveness to recruiters by taking the time to explore, with statistics showing that 86% of employers believe that travelling increases your chances of securing an interview. As spending time out of […]

British girl band Atomic Kitten have set their sights on the events industry as the original line-up are set to return to the stage. Breaking onto the UK music scene in 1999 with the hit Right Now, the saw success throughout the early 2000s with songs including The Tide is High, and Whole Again. Starring […]

The average gender pension gap has reached 40% in the EU as experts are warning the long-term effects can lead to women retiring in poverty. Businesses and governments are under pressure to address the pension gap as under-representation in the EU could lead to many women facing extremely low pension prospects compared to men. “Not […]

Personalising a CV for the job you want can be a difficult task, especially as the way employers digest CVs continues to change, but the challenge can be even greater when faced with embarking on a new career path. Detailing which experience is the most relevant to your new job opportunities and understanding what different […]

Embracing self-employment comes with as many opportunities as it does responsibilities, and coming out of a PA position to take control of your career can be a daunting process. Surveying Brits on their biggest business worries, Solution Loans has compiled a list of what is keeping the self-employed awake at night. As more are turning […]

Nearly two thirds of workers aren’t happy with their workplace coffee, according to new research. In a report by One Poll, nearly half of employees admitted their hot drink facilities were outdated, unattractive and in need of a revamp as disappointing drink options ranked amongst workers’ biggest frustrations. Other office irritations included long meetings and email […]

Nearly two thirds of Brits claim to either love or really like their jobs as reports show that 64% of workers don’t suffer from ‘Sunday night dread’. The study marked the launch of the One4all Spotlight Awards, and revealed that many across the country hold their job in high regard, with a third expecting to […]

Technology in meetings needs to be used carefully to bring people together instead of causing unneeded distractions, according to a statement by Imago Venues. The conference and events venue provider researched the value of face-to-face communication in meetings and examined how technology affected audience retention. Established to unify Loughborough University’s various meeting spaces under a […]

Who you work with can greatly influence how you work. Attitude and energy can have a huge effect on your output, but sometimes you can’t avoid working with colleagues that might be hindering your productivity. Cloud-based work management company Workfront has released a study detailing the most common types of colleague likely to sap your […]

Travel safety solutions provider Maiden Voyage has released its female travel safety training online for the first time. The five-module eLearning series aims to identify key safety risks for women abroad, offering practical advice to avoid fear and uncertainty in unfamiliar territories where misunderstanding culture and language can lead to unnecessary stress. All modules have […]

Recruitment app Peek has launched with a focus on ‘digital personalisation’, streamlining and connectivity. The new service is hoping to reduce time spent ticking boxes and searching job boards by implicating algorithms to deliver only relevant job openings. Believing the current system is too ‘commission hungry,’ the team behind Peek wants to value people and […]

Seasonal Italian restaurant and cocktail bar Wolf has launched their second London destination, setting its sights on working lunches with a flair. The team have opened the doors to ‘Wolf II’ in Broadmoor, near Liverpool Street, following the success of their original Wolf in Stoke Newington. Setting up in time for summer, the venue has […]