Poor time management is the biggest growing threat to British business, according to new research. Studies commissioned by online printing company Instantprint have revealed that those that donโt optimise their time find themselves facing a major growth barrier. One in 10 workers find themselves with less than an hour a week dedicated to focussing on […]
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Poor time management is damaging British business
Six stress-busting tips for managing remote teams
This Stress Awareness Month, Gareth Hoyle โ remote work expert and founder of fully-remote marketing agency, Marketing Signals โ shares six of his first-hand stress-busting tips for creating a positive place to work whilst shifting to a fully remote business model. Remote working is one of COVID-19โs biggest legacies. According to government data, only one […]
Is a little bit of stress good for you?
Weโve all been told at some point in our lives that a little bit of stress is a good thing. It gives you the motivation to get the job done, or so we think. In reality, stress isnโt the driving force we think it is and the health and social problems linked with stress are […]
IS YOUR BOSS MAKING YOU UNFIT?
Long working hours, tiredness and not enjoying exercise are the top reasons for not keeping fit Is your boss making you unfit? If you work in the travel and transport sectors, research says he/she is. But other professions are also risking their health due to work pressures. Research commissioned by Gympass and exploring the UKโs […]
5 ways to rethink the way you work
The world of technology is becoming increasingly overwhelming. Sometimes we can’t help but switch offย and choose to go for a stroll instead of having a scroll on social media, but when you embrace the ever-evolving world, you’ll find yourself among the leaders of the business world. The team at Market Inspector has created an infographic […]
Unleash your inner Wonder Woman
Mindfulness 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 […]
Men more likely to experience mental health problems in work than women
โMacho cultureโ in the workplace could be responsible for nearly a third of men suffering from poor mental health, according to new studies. Research by Mind has revealed that men are more than twice as likely to experience mental health in the office than they are socially, and are more than 50% more likely to […]
People who walk to work are less stressed
The daily commute can leave employees tired before they even get to the office, but new research shows those who walk to work feel more energised and less stressed. A study conducted by ASICS shows those who take the train, tube, or bus are three times more stressed and twice as tired as those who […]
How to survive the job interview
Getting through a job interview unscathed is a tricky task, especially when up against a high-profile company or a strict recruiter. While making a lasting and positive first impression can make or break your interview within seconds of arriving, the art of leaving a good impression has been dwindling among new recruits, and we have […]
โSleep hacksโ to boost productivity
Workers are being taught how to make the most out of a nightโs sleep after studies have shown that around one in three adults donโt get the recommended amount of rest. Sleep deprivation can affect everything from your concentration and efficiency to weight gain, mental health problems and even issues with your immune system, and […]
Bosses giving workers second chance at a first impression
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 […]
Flexible hours could be key to a healthier workplace
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 theyโd be more active and have a healthier lifestyle if […]
How to brace yourself for Generation Z
Britainโs youngest working generation of 16-21 year olds are graduating university and are beginning to fully integrate into the working world, and bosses need to take note. According to HR specialists Peldon Rose and their research programme at Kingston University, the world is changing and the first digitally native generation could be poised to shake […]
Millennials call for office dogs
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 […]
How to know when you should take a break
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 […]
Self-care for when you’re having a bad day
Tara Jackson, ex-PA and holistic self-care and wellbeing coach, advises PAs how they can focus on themselves when theyโre having a bad day Do you ever wake up and everything just irritates you? You canโt decide what to wear. It doesnโt look good on you when you actually find something that might be okay, or […]
5 ways to stay happy at work
Does work feel stale lately but you still love what you do? Perhaps youโre ready to move on but want to make the most of your job until you find a new one. Either way, itโs important to take steps to be happy at work. Glassdoor recently outlined five ways to keep a positive attitude, […]
Stress Awareness Month: 5 top tips to navigate workload pressures
Royston Guest, CEO of Pti Worldwide shares his top tips for dealing with pressure at work for Stress Awareness Month (taking place until the end of April) The UK Government’s Health & Safety Executive (HSE) defines work-related stress, depression, or anxiety as a harmful reaction people have to undue pressures and demands placed on them […]