Workers are taking lessons from world-class acting coaches in how to leave a good first impression as businesses are concerned its becoming a lost art. Enlisting the help of renowned drama school Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), the training sessions are taken in small groups and one-to-ones with performance coaches in order to boost […]
Too much time in the office is putting Brits off the gym, even though more than one in four would like to exercise at least three times a week. According to a new study by the Smarter Working Initiative, two thirds of office workers believe they’d be more active and have a healthier lifestyle if […]
A ‘holiday hack’ by The Telegraph has revealed how you could turn three days of annual leave into 10 days of holiday with some tactical placements. For those who may have just booked off most of their remaining leave on a summer break, taking off three dates this December can see you through to the […]
Bosses are finding it tough to secure the right talent for new positions and costing businesses billions, new figures reveal. A report by The Open University has revealed that businesses could be burning around £2.2 billion a year due to the growing skills gap, including cost-heavy factors such as higher salaries, additional recruitment and temporary […]
Talented management is key to boosting productivity in British businesses as nationwide productivity dips. Making this the first time the country has seen a decline in productivity since 2015, it marks the lowest average productivity recorded in over 20 years and concerns are being raised that poor management is to blame. Worried that four in […]
Electronic cigarettes are taking over offices as British workers are opting for smoking alternatives 10 years on from British buildings going smoke-free, but experts remain unsure of the safety of vaping. Smoking figures have seen a steady decline since 2010, from one in five adults in 2010 to around 15% last year, while vaping has […]
Businesses are being encouraged to go pet-friendly following reports that it could increase youth productivity. Pet food company Purina has released a toolkit outlining the benefits of bringing a dog into the office, as well as a step-by-step guide on how to make your company pet-friendly. The research revealed that dog owners are likely to […]
The offer of a company car could be the key to attracting new talent, according to a new study. The research by vehicle supplier OSV showed that a majority of interviewees admitted that the best perk a firm could offer is a car. As well as considering company cars to be the top job perk, […]
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 […]
Office workers across the UK have admitted to accidentally walking in on an uncomfortable situation due to a meeting room mix-up. One in three Brits have confessed to an awkward meeting room encounter, with most people either unintentionally walking into the wrong room or confusing their time slots. Among the embarrassing moments, a quarter of […]
More than one in three small business owners have admitted that they don’t know what pension auto-enrolment is, despite the fact that the scheme will be mandatory starting next year. Business owners are expected to contribute to employees’ pensions unless they opt out, yet 35% had no knowledge at all and 43% believed that the […]
Pet owners are a positive influence on their colleagues and neighbours, according to a new study. Reports by the University of Western Australia and the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition have revealed that pet owners frequently have stronger ties to the local area than those without pets, regularly having a more cheerful outlook and can […]
Human intuition is still more highly valued than tech by executives, according to recruitment and procurement specialist 1st Executive. Concerned that people are being overlooked as technology continues to innovate and change the working world, 1st Executive is highlighting the risk companies face by depending too much on algorithms and systems over life experience. Recognising the […]
With many worried that taking their mind off their work will reduce concentration and lessen work efficiency, the opposite is true according to talent management expert Richard Moy. Taking the time to step out of the office and breathe in some fresh air could be just the quick fix you need for a boost in […]
Research from Robert Walters has found that almost three quarters (73%) of professionals have left a job because they disliked the company culture. The study also found that 82% of professionals have worked for a company where they disliked the company culture. However, 90% of employers recognised the importance of finding candidates who are a […]
CitySuites has received accreditation by the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP), declaring the accommodation to deliver the highest standards in customer care, quality and comfort. Based in Manchester, CitySuites offers luxury apartments and temporary living arrangements for employees working away from home, and are thrilled that ASAP have reinforced their beliefs that the living […]
Freelance, temporary and virtual assistants could be put at risk following the results of the UK General Election, according to a recruitment specialist. The Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has warned that the snap election, which saw the Conservatives lose its overall majority from the 2015 General Election, will lead to uncertainty for many […]
The Scottish PA Network Awards has named Fiona Forbes as Scottish PA of the Year 2017 as part of a conference aimed at showcasing the crucial roles PAs across the globe make within the workplace. As part of the Scottish PA Network Conference, in association with Hays PA and Secretarial recruiting firm, Forbes has been […]
