Uber for Business, Uber’s corporate travel management platform, has launched Business Exec as a booking option for UK business travellers, enabling them to book luxury vehicles on-demand or in advance. When requesting a ride via their corporate Uber account, travellers can now select Business Exec alongside other ride types such as Uber Green, which offers sustainable trips. This will ensure they are picked up in a luxury vehicle with extra legroom and a top-rated driver. Riders are given more time to meet their ride before facing a cancellation charge – up to 15 mins for reserved rides and 60 minutes…
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THE TEAM behind a care company helping individuals in the Winchester area, are now running the business through an employee-owned trust. Everycare (Central & Hants) Ltd was set up by entrepreneur Mike Frizzell back in 2010. Mike, who had been a finance director in several roles, decided to run his own business after being made redundant in his 50s. “For me, running a franchise under the umbrella of Everycare UK was a common sense option as I didn’t have a ‘big business idea’ of my own. Initially a friend joined me in the business and we employed a care manager…
Staying productive at work can be a real challenge with so many distractions and interruptions. From constant email and Microsoft Teams notifications to endless meetings, efficiency can easily suffer. Rasmus Holst, Chief Executive Officer of employee development platform Zensai reveals how to tackle the biggest productivity killers in the workplace, help you focus, and create an effective work atmosphere to get things done. Switch off non-essential notifications during work hours Social media and smartphones are huge distractions in the workplace, often pulling attention away from work tasks with constant notifications and the lure of endless scrolling. To combat this, switch off non-essential notifications during work hours. For example, on an…
FIDO Alliance recently announced its fourth annual Online Authentication Barometer – a global consumer survey that reveals the trends, habits and adoption of authentication technology. The survey gathers insights from over 10k consumers in ten countries globally: UK, France, Germany, US, Australia, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, India and China. Key findings The research revealed promising consumer momentum building around passkey adoption and clear signs people are recognising the limitations of passwords and are choosing passwordless alternatives, like passkeys, where available. In the two years since passkeys were first announced, global awareness has jumped by 50%, rising from 39% familiar in 2022 to…
As new legal obligations under the The Worker Protection Act for employers to take reasonable steps to protect their workers from sexual harassment in the workplace come into force, leading e-learning provider High Speed Training have seen a steep increase in demand for sexual harassment courses. In the months leading up to the new legislation, which came into force on 26th October 2024, High Speed Training saw average monthly demand increase by over 300%, with October demand alone increasing by 540%. The UK’s Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 is an amendment to the existing Equality Act 2010 and…
After 25 years in the corporate world, Mila Smith now helps people find and build fulfilling relationships as a certified Relationship & Dating Coach , using proven, science-based methods to guide them toward healing, self-improvement, and lasting love. In this article Mila offers compassionate and practical advice for navigating the emotional challenges of the festive season after a separation or divorce, with tips on prioritising self-care, leaning on supportive relationships, and focusing on activities that foster healing and resilience: And just like that, we have officially entered the pre-Christmas season once more. It may be the most wonderful time of…
By Lorraine Emmett, Founder and Managing Director of EC-PR ‘I want to use the bathroom’, said the executive after a long, uncomfortable, overnight flight. Let me tell you in meticulous detail about the bathroom door. The woodgrain, the source of the fabrics we use, the hinge design, the locking mechanism, the metals’ provenance and sustainability features—all designed to save you time and money; came the salesman’s eager, very lengthy and totally irrelevant response…. Many tech firms focus on talking about their product features and technical details, overlooking how their solutions solve actual customer needs. This oversight weakens marketing, PR and…
Steve Purser, former Head of Core Operations at the EU Agency for Cybersecurity, and Zivver’s Chief Information Security Officer, Nadine Hoogerwerf, get into the weeds on NIS2 and DORA From GDPR to CRA, NIS2 to DORA, the number of acronyms connected to data compliance and regulation is becoming quite overwhelming for businesses. These legislative instruments are not designed to make life difficult for organisations, but to standardise cybersecurity and risk management to create a more secure landscape for all. While some eyes may roll at the introduction of two new pieces of legislation, they are arguably the most important legislative…
Your attention span is now officially shorter than a goldfish, according to a study. With around nine out of ten workers struggling to stay focused, and “distracted minds” costing the UK economy £19.9 billion a year, it’s no surprise that searches for “how to be more productive” have surged by 250% on Google. But do you know that music could be the secret to sharpening your focus? A Spotify study reveals that songs between 50 to 80 beats per minute (BPM) range can help put your brain in a more focused and creative zone – perfect for tasks like studying, working and brainstorming. Curious to find the ultimate focus boosters, the experts…
Dominique Antiglio is a globally sought-after Sophrologist, best-selling author, and founder of BeSophro. Through BeSophro’s corporate offering, they can help build resilient and agile teams that can adapt to change and drive innovation, and have worked with organisations including Google, Lululemon, ASICS and the UK Government. In an era where workplace wellness and mental health is finally becoming a top priority, it’s surprising how often companies overlook simple, yet effective, tools like Sophrology. With burnout on the rise and employees juggling more demands than ever, organisations are searching for solutions to maintain productivity, prevent burn out and absenteeism, and educate…