By Suzy Sanders, Founder and Franchisor at Alchemy Virtual Assistance Email anxiety is very real! Whilst technology enables us to communicate fast, effectively and in real time. It also brings with it a whole heap of practical and mental strain. I am not one for striving to achieve ‘inbox zero’ – yet another impossible standard! […]

With a third national lockdown closing most UK schools, many parents will once again have to balance homeschooling while still doing their own work. So how do you balance home education and working from home? Oxford Home Schooling, one of the UK’s leading home education providers, has given its ten top tips on how to do just that. 1. Don’t worry about recreating the full school […]

By Patricia Jackson, psychologist and relationship expert Juggling a career and a relationship can be hard work, especially if you are dedicated to your professional success. However, if you want to nurture a healthy personal life, it is vital to learn how to balance them. Were you in a long-term relationship when your career took […]

74 per cent of small and medium-sized enterprises are planning to invest in their business next year – after being more prepared for the second lockdown. As the UK prepares to return to the tier system, a survey of 547 SMEs found 66 per cent felt they were in a better shape for November’s lockdown […]

By Nicky Brown, Director, Arctic Fox Events Are you considering hosting a virtual event, but not sure where to start? Nicky Brown, Director at Arctic Fox Events, a full-service event management company, shares her top tips… The world of virtual events can seem daunting, but there are so many great possibilities at your fingertips. Arctic […]

The darker nights and colder weather are dreaded by many – and this year we have the pandemic to add to our angst. But autumn and winter can be a time for restoration, says transformational coach and healer Amy Gallagher… “As we move into the final months of the year, I’ve noticed a heavier energy […]

‘Hybrid events’, combining elements of a live event with a virtual audience, is a term we’re hearing more frequently than ever right now. Many event organisers will likely have some reservations about running a hybrid event for the first time, but tech-oriented venue IET London: Savoy Place has responded to these potential concerns with some […]

While the UK’s full lockdown proved to be a difficult time for businesses and individuals alike, there were some silver linings. One of which was the drastic reduction in CO2 emissions. The National Geographic reported that lockdown resulted in “one of the largest, most dramatic drops in CO2 emissions ever recorded.” Unfortunately, it wasn’t all […]

According to the 2020 Global Culture Report, compiled by O.C. Tanner Institute, as much as 50% of employees in the UK feel underappreciated at work. Added to this, social distancing measures mean that as much as half of the employed population are still working remotely, further adding to the likelihood of them beginning to feel detached […]

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 […]

Most employers around the world have now adapted to the new way of working. In terms of hiring, many who are fortunate to be in a position to onboard candidates are doing it like so many other processes – remotely. According to TrueProfile.io, with remote working likely to be in place for the foreseeable future, […]

By Kelly Feehan, Service Director at CABA, the wellbeing charity The economic fallout from covid-19 has hit the UK hard, and the country, along with much of the rest of the world, is now thought to be entering its worst recession in 300 years. This will have a huge impact on businesses and organisations across […]

As we look towards transitioning from the abrupt shift to social distancing and remote work back to the familiarity of our offices and communal spaces, it will be important to have the structures in place to successfully negotiate the complexities of diverse and evolving guidelines from hundreds of regional authorities. It will also require a […]

By Jane Donnelly, Regional Managing Director at Hays Considering the pace and extent of change we’re experiencing throughout the world of work, it’s understandable that some are hesitant about looking for new opportunities. But not only are there ample of opportunities out there which are worth exploring, the coronavirus-era has made many of us realise […]

Working at home and struggling to maintain productivity? For the majority of Brits currently working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and for those looking to do more home working in the future, flexible office specialist Workthere has 10 tips on how you can create an office space that leads to maximum productivity. Make a […]

Businesses have moved swiftly to transition and pivot their operations during the lockdown. And staff are getting accustomed to working from home. But keeping employee morale high remains an important issue for managers everywhere. To that end, here are some tips from business leaders on how to keep staff motivated, happy and productive… Jade Thomas, […]

In the current climate, it’s more important than ever to save. In the past month, searches for ‘budgeting tips’ have increased by 39% – suggesting Brits are looking to be more careful with their money. In response, thinkmoney has compiled the ultimate list of budgeting tips for those who may be struggling to save at […]

Sitting at our desk, dining table, bed or sofa (if that’s where you’re working from) for eight hours a day is the most passive thing you can do and can lead to back pain – one of the most common complaints made by office workers. Besides this problem, research shows that long periods of sitting […]