Author: Sam Allcock

How to Foster a Compassionate and Productive Workplace During Personal Challenges Divorce can hit hard, affecting divorcee’s performance and morale at work. The stats are clear: 81% of employees going through a divorce struggle with productivity, 73% miss more work, and 67% see their health and finances worsen. Recognizing this, many companies are updating their policies to better support staff during such challenging times, something HR’s role is vital in. Deepa Tailor, an expert in mental health from Divorce Lawyers says, “Providing support for employees during personal crises like divorce is essential. It not only helps team members through difficult…

Choosing the Best Care Options for Your Furry Friend While You’re On Holiday Leaving your four-legged companion behind as you set off on holiday can be both an emotional and logistical hurdle. A recent study showed 47% of owners feel anxious when leaving their pet behind, but it’s even more challenging for the dogs—76% of whom suffer from separation anxiety. Whether the owner is going away for a short trip or an extended holiday, it’s essential to ensure a dog’s well-being. To help with that, pet insurance experts at Waggel, with their extensive knowledge and experience, have provided insights to…

With people in the UK balancing work, parenting, socialising, everyday life admin and daily tasks, almost half (42%) confess to having hectic, busy lifestyles, but what do they forget to do the most? New research1 from greetings card marketplace thortful has found that on average, a quarter (25%) of Brits forget 1,460 tasks, activities and occasions every single year, 5% even forget up to 10 things per day, or 3,650 times per year. Surveying the UK, thortful found that many errands slip through the net on a daily basis, prompting them to work with Style Sisters to provide five life hacking, organisational tips to help…

The majority of parents would give up social media, holidays for life, and even their best friend – all for the sake of their child’s well-being. A survey of 2,000 parents with children aged 0–8 examined what parents would be willing to sacrifice if it meant their child remained happy and healthy, especially as the back-to-school season begins, soon to be followed by the first colds and flus of the year. To ensure their child could be healthy both mentally and emotionally, parents would be willing to give up social media (76%), their smartphone (61%), and even electricity (39%). Concerts…

A recent study has revealed the most dangerous manoeuvres to perform on the road, with a particular warning being issued for HGV drivers in preparation for the upcoming winter season.  Car parts marketplace Ovoko analysed road traffic accident data from the Department for Transport spanning 2013 to 2022 to identify the manoeuvres that result in the most collisions – and which prove most hazardous for different vehicle types. For heavy goods vehicles, slowing or stopping has been named as the most hazardous manoeuvre, resulting in an average of 349 crashes a year. The additional weight of lorries means that stopping…

The age at which life, money, and the future start to feel “real” is officially 27 years old, according to new research. A recent study of 2,000 Americans, evenly split by generation (500 Gen Z, 500 millennials, 500 Gen X, and 500 baby boomers), found that adulthood does not automatically begin at 18. Today, most people believe that the definition of “adulting” is simply paying your own bills (56%). Others say that being financially independent (45%) and prioritising responsibilities over personal life or enjoyment (38%) are key markers of entering adulthood. In fact, moving out of their parents’ or guardians’…

The average American asks, “What did you say?” or an equivalent phrase 1,095 times a year, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 Americans revealed that respondents need to ask someone to repeat themselves an average of three times a day because they didn’t hear the first time. This equates to approximately 91 times per month, or over 1,000 times annually. Despite having difficulty hearing others, the average respondent will only ask twice before giving up and pretending they understood. Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Audien Hearing, the survey examined the social impact this can have on…

A recent study by DIPNDIVE examined various sea-related hobbies to determine which are the most popular and affordable. The analysis considered key metrics such as the annual cost of engaging in each hobby twice a week for a year (including expenses for gear, maintenance, rentals, and services), the number of Instagram posts using related hashtags, and the estimated number of participants. These factors were combined to score and rank each hobby. Data for the study was gathered from various sources, including communities, forums, and Instagram. HobbyEstimated Annual CostEstimated ParticipantsInstagram # postsFinal ScoreFishing$3,00049,500,00049,200,00078.6Ocean Swimming$1,25028,000,00076,90041.2Surfing$3,5002,800,00021,800,00041.0Snorkeling$1,2508,700,0005,600,00037.5Beachcombing$75010,000,0001,000,00036.1Kayaking$3,50013,000,0005,900,00034.1Tide Pooling$7504,500,00036,00033.3Skimboarding$1,0001,700,000405,00031.9Sea Glass Hunting$750500,000190,00031.9 Fishing tops the list as the most popular and…

J&Y Law conducted research to find the best countries for car enthusiasts. The study includes 6 main criteria: 1) highway speed limit (mph), 2) petrol price, 3) automotive notable events held in 2023, 4) insurance costs per year, 5) maintenance cost, and 6) road quality score. Using these criteria, scores were assigned to each country, leading to the identification of the top 10 countries for car enthusiasts. Findings summed up CountryHighway Speed Limit (mph)Petrol PriceInsurance Costs Per YearMaintenanceRoad Quality ScoreScoreCanada74.0$1.43$1,300 – 1,800$1400 – 15005.010.0Spain74.0$1.84$420$1,1005.78.7Italy80.0$2.12$400 – 680$2,5004.47.0United States74.0$1.01$1,700$1,1005.16.5Australia80.0$1.14$635$6,4004.96.4Belgium74.0$1.97$420 – 1050$750 – 8504.46.2France80.0$2.07$640$5300 – 105005.46.1Germany80.0$2.03$1,400$2105.35.9New Zealand68.0$1.78$1,200$1,0004.55.0Finland74.0$2.09$720$2850 – 35005.34.1 Canada, with a top score of 9.0, is leading the…

A recent study has revealed that seven in 10 bosses struggle to manage Gen Z employees but appreciate their creativity and adaptability in the workplace. So, how can you unlock the creative potential of Gen Z for your competitive advantage? The research, conducted by HiBob, found that managers feel creativity and adaptability are lacking in older employees, yet a quarter (25%) would replace a Gen Z employee with a worker from another age group if they could. Difficulties managers reported facing with younger employees include attitudes towards authority (41%), emotional intelligence (38%), and level of professionalism (34%). In addition, a…