By Hana Gray, CEO, The Office Management Group… It’s something we have seen so often; it’s been over social media and in the press across the board in the administrative profession – there is a distinct lack of support by businesses for professional development and funding in these roles. Learning and development at work is […]

Research from Workday suggests a seismic shift in talent looms as the pandemic has changed career priorities for many employees, with a staggering 32% of UK respondents saying they’ll be looking for a new employer after the pandemic. The initial findings of its European Survey “The Employee Outlook: Understanding Employee Sentiment and Priorities Across Europe” […]

It’s just over a week now until the PA Show opens at ExCeL London and the conference programme looks set to give all PAs the opportunity to jumpstart their careers, thanks to an inspiring and educational conference programme. The event takes place on June 22nd & 23rd. Register your place now. Here are some of […]

Whether you’re back at the office, still working from home, looking for new opportunities or just want to bring some vibrancy to your role, PA Life Courses has everything you need to get ahead. Enjoy 100+ courses that cover all areas of Administration, Business, Technology, HR, Health & Safety, Personal Development and Teams & Management, including […]

Thirty-five per cent of UK workers believe that employers do not provide them with enough opportunities to develop new skills, while less than half (49.9%) of UK staff indicate they can decide for themselves which training courses they may/can attend. That’s according to results of research conducted by payroll and HR services provider SD Worx […]

The COVID-19 pandemic is driving a fundamental shift in the way companies operate, accelerating the need for an adaptable and agile workforce to drive business success. According to Mercer’s 2021 Global Talent Trends study, the financial impact and work-life disruption caused by the pandemic is causing UK employers to focus on redefining flexibility and skills […]

The leading UK training specialist for PAs, EAs, VAs and Administrative Professionals, Your Excellency Ltd, has announced details of a new Ambassador Programme. Your Excellency Ltd has been established for thirteen years and was set up by founders Malcolm and Lindsay Taylor. With over ten years’ of experience working as a Personal Assistant to CEOs […]

Enterprises need to improve their digital workplaces in order to attract and retain talent, and knowledge workers are delaying career moves under lockdown due to concerns about employee experience in new roles. That’s according to research released by Sinequa, which cites larger employers such as Google and Salesforce already confirming they were not planning on staff returning […]

That’s exactly what Hayley, VA Business School’s founder did when she become a Virtual Assistant 10 years ago. As an Executive PA for a Chartered Institute, Hayley was doing very well climbing the PA corporate ladder in London. When her job role suddenly changed overnight, she found herself seeking an out from the rat race. […]

More than half of UK businesses (56 per cent) are planning to increase spending on digital skills training budgets for staff next year, in response to the Covid-19 outbreak. That’s according to research IT services provider Transputec, which also revealed that 53 per cent of businesses are planning to increase their IT infrastructure budget next […]

By TU Training Now, more than ever, we need to be mindful of ourselves and those around us. Mental Health First Aiders are vital to organisations, and this has been highlighted during the time of Covid-19. With employees working from home, being placed under considerable stress, unsure of their future… it’s easy to understand why […]

Training specialist Today’s PA was founded over 15 years ago by PAul Pennant. And that’s not a typo in his name – it demonstrates how committed he is to the PA and EA community and helping individuals achieve their potential. He speaks to Lisa Carter… Tell us about Today’s PA – the background to the […]

59% of Brits have said they’re willing to reskill and retrain in a new line of work following the coronavirus pandemic; as a lack of jobs forces people to consider searching in different sectors.  CV-Library surveyed 1,700 UK professionals to gain an understanding of how workers feel about their job search, with 51.8% saying it’s because they […]

BFFT‘s Danielle Littlejohn is a highly regarded approachable and experienced trainer and coach. She has always been dedicated to helping people realise their potential and push past their challenges. Herself and her colleagues at Best Foot Forward Training Ltd offer a broad range of courses to cover all your learning needs. Danielle has recently qualified […]

Patrick Tame, CEO, Beringer Tame Job hunting can be an incredibly intimidating task at the best of times, but having witnessed an unprecedented pandemic this year and with increased competition for roles due to growing unemployment, it’s even more daunting than ever before. But it’s not impossible and there are steps that individuals can take […]

Brits have found love, got a job and even saved a life having previously consulted online tutorials. A study of 2,000 adults found more than one in 10 believe they have found love after watching ‘how to date’ videos. And 10 per cent also think they landed their dream job after viewing clips about ‘how […]

ODILO has raised £8m towards its quest to become the ‘Netflix of Education’ with a model that provides unlimited digital content and collaborative learning services. The solution allows companies to create their own unlimited educational ecosystems in 43 languages, along with unlimited learning and collaborative learning experiences (independent, guided, collaborative, certified, in the classroom) that […]

RADA Business launched an online media performance training for business professionals, providing spokespeople with the ability to handle the scrutiny and stress of interviews. Following the launch of its online performance and coaching programmes, Virtual Stage, RADA Business, the commercial subsidiary of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, is extending its online offering of virtual performance […]