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MAY 19, 2024

Ever wonder if your workspace is helping you be as calm and efficient as possible? Many of us are so busy trying to get all our work done that we don’t stop to take in and appreciate the environment where we spend so much of our time. With more people trying to manage stress and anxiety while staying as productive as possible, it is imperative to practice mindfulness at work and set up your workspace to boost overall health, well-being and success, whether working from home or in an office.

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MAY 17, 2024

British engineering firm Arup has fallen victim to a sophisticated deepfake scam , resulting in a $25 million loss. The Financial Times reports that the scammers used a digitally cloned version of a senior manager to successfully order financial transfers during a video conference. This breakthrough incident reveals the urgent need for improv ed cybersecurity measures as the global workforce increasingly relies on video conferences, artificial intelligence (AI), and other digital interactio

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MAY 13, 2024

Most people hate taxes. Sales tax. Income tax. Employment tax. Property tax. Every day, these and a host of other taxes are sucking money from hardworking people. In fact, the average person in a developed country spends 25%–35% of their lifetime working to pay taxes. Add in how stressful it can be to pay some of these taxes, and it’s easy to understand the loathing.

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MAY 14, 2024

The working-class push to equitably tax the rich might also soon include a call to tax the robots. Artificial intelligence (AI) promises remarkable boosts to workplace productivity, but it also poses risks to economic and social structures if proper guardrails are not put in place. Concern surrounding the technology’s increasing impact has led experts like University of Massachusetts Associate Professor of Department of Public Policy and Public Affairs Michael J.

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MAY 14, 2024

Managing Up: A guide for Assistants Are you an Assistant looking to take your career to the next level? Are you interested in mastering the intricate art of managing up? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we will show you how to become a master [.

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MAY 15, 2024

In this episode, I’m joined by Steven Bertrand , who shares his inspiring transition from blogging and web design to becoming a public speaker and a meditation advocate. In this episode, we explore how Steven has overcome significant personal challenges and how meditation has played a pivotal role in his life From tackling physical disabilities to changing career paths, Steven’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of mindfulness in achieving balance and

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MAY 16, 2024

There is a substantial investment gap for achieving net-zero goals for the commercial real estate sector, with current annual green investments under $2 trillion, far below the needed $5-$7 trillion. As repurposers of older buildings and efficient space users, coworking spaces inherently support the “reduce, reuse, recycle” ethos, contributing to energy use reduction and the net-zero transition.

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MAY 16, 2024

Ace Your Next Job Interview: A Comprehensive Guide for Assistants Are you an aspiring Executive Assistant ready to take on your dream role? Getting through the job interview process can often feel like a daunting task, but with the right preparation and mindset, you can nail [.

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Workplace Insight

MAY 14, 2024

Many of the UK’s tech workers are embracing a structured return to spending more time in the office, according to a new report. According to the survey of 2,000 people from Techspace , there has been a ‘notable shift’ towards embracing structured office time, with Monday to Wednesday emerging as the top choices for in-office workdays. The report claims that this preference indicates a growing recognition of the benefits of face-to-face collaboration and a desire for a more traditional office env

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MAY 13, 2024

In the pursuit of being truly productive, aligning one’s cognitive strategies and habits with the natural rhythm of the body clock isn’t just wise; it’s a necessity. This alignment requires a blend of two often overlooked and yet pivotal elements in the productivity equation: Reason and Refinement. The Power of Reason in Guiding Productivity Reason, in its purest form, is the ability to apply logical and critical thinking to our actions and decisions.

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MAY 14, 2024

The word “negotiation” brings all sorts of different scenarios to mind—high-profit mergers and acquisitions, tense hostage situations, employment contracts and messy divorce proceedings, to name a few. Ultimately, the goal of these and any other negotiation is reaching an agreement, regardless of context. But despite what TV shows like Succession would have you believe, reaching that agreement doesn’t usually involve backstabbing, name-calling or other nefarious tactics.

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MAY 13, 2024

The shift to remote work requires leaders to adopt human-centric management approaches that emphasize connectivity and engagement, fostering a cultural shift towards valuing and integrating every team member, irrespective of location. Ward’s strategies at Appfire prioritize equitable access to resources and opportunities for all employees, countering proximity bias and fostering a culture of inclusivity and engagement in a distributed workforce.

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MAY 19, 2024

Natalie Schaefer is executive business partner at Aparium Hotel Group, and founder of EAPathfinder – a guidebook for Executive Assistants. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Natalie talks about five common challenges for emerging executive assistants: communication, time management, leadership and initiative, relationship building, and career development.

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MAY 14, 2024

We were deeply saddened to hear that Mix Interiors’ board director, Marcie Incarico, had lost her battle against cancer. Marcie was a tour de force, bringing boundless energy and strong leadership to her team. Marcie always strived for excellence, whether working on behalf of her clients or delivering her own company’s products and events. This, of course, was most visible through the Mixology and Mixology North events, where Marcie and the team built on the successful model developed by me and

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MAY 13, 2024

Podcasting has become a powerful medium for storytelling, education, and entertainment. It’s a platform that allows creators to connect with audiences personally. But how do you ensure your podcast reaches the ears of those who would most appreciate it? How do you grow your audience and promote your podcast effectively? These are questions that many… The post The Ultimate Podcast Marketing Playbook: Strategies for Success appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing and Virtual As

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MAY 18, 2024

People don’t necessarily set out to monetize hobbies. Sometimes a hobby becomes costly, and earning some cash is a way to offset the expense. In other cases, we’re approached by people who wish to purchase the fruits of our free-time labor. Often, getting paid for your hobby feels like a low-barrier route to making more money while combating the rising cost of living.

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MAY 13, 2024

I have been decorating cakes for several years. I grew up around it. My grandmother and her sister used to make wedding cakes, and she made us the most fantastic birthday cakes as kids. So, it’s always been something I aspired to. I’m good at it. I enjoy it. And I’ve made a lot of cakes for various family and work events over the years.

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MAY 17, 2024

Manchester is poised to become a major player in the digital government landscape following a significant land deal announced this week. The Government Property Agency (GPA) has exchanged contracts with Manchester City Council (MCC) to acquire five acres of the former Central Retail Park in Ancoats, paving the way for the construction of the Manchester Digital Campus.

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MAY 14, 2024

New research published by CoworkingCafe reveals the best U.S. cities for young adults seeking summer part-time jobs over the summer. Over 300 U.S. cities were analyzed in the report, and the data reveals that the Northeastern U.S. is the top region for summer employment opportunities. This is followed by the Midwest and the West Coast. Rochester, NY, was identified as the best city overall for summer work, thanks to numerous job openings and a high rate of health insurance coverage among

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MAY 14, 2024

Salary negotiation is an essential skill that can lead to better compensation and job satisfaction, but it requires market research, self-assessment, and a strategic approach to discussion. Successful negotiation involves compromise without underselling one’s worth and maintaining a cordial relationship with the employer, emphasizing the importance of being prepared and knowledgeable about the market value and company context.

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MAY 17, 2024

While they shoulder heavy family responsibilities, most caregivers are also facing a career crisis.67% of U.S. family caregivers are struggling to balance their careers with caregiving responsibilities, a report from AARP and S&P Global reveals. The data, which surveyed 1,200 employees from large U.S. companies who provide at least six hours of adult care per week, shows how persistent work-life challenges are affecting caregivers every month.

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Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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MAY 15, 2024

The key to achieving high job satisfaction and improving retention rates for both Gen Z and Millennial workers is providing purposeful work and a more flexible work life. According to Deloitte’s 2024 Gen Z and Millennial Survey , which engaged nearly 23,000 respondents across 44 countries, there is a strong desire by young professionals to improve their financial security while finding purpose-driven work and greater work-life balance.

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MAY 17, 2024

Microsoft has introduced “Places,” an AI-powered feature within Microsoft Teams designed to support flexible work models. “People continue to want flexibility at work—our research shows that nearly half (48%) of global employees are likely to ask their direct manager for a more flexible work schedule or location in the next year,” Microsoft said in an official blog post.

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MAY 13, 2024

The European Union (EU) is set to formally introduce new antitrust charges against Microsoft over its alleged anti-competitive practices involving its Microsoft Teams software. According to a report published by The Financial Times , three unnamed sources said the European Commission (EC) is moving forward with charges against the tech giant. The charges follow the EC’s investigation into Microsoft’s practice of bundling its Teams collaboration tool with its Office 365 suite.

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MAY 14, 2024

Walmart is cutting hundreds of corporate jobs and requiring most remote workers to transition back to office settings, according to sources familiar with the matter. According to a report published by The Wall Street Journal , the retail giant is asking employees in smaller offices in Dallas, Atlanta, and Toronto to relocate to major hubs such as Bentonville, AR., Hoboken, N.J., and markets in Northern California.

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Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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MAY 13, 2024

As businesses around the world adjust to evolving work cultures, the 2024 Global MARCO New Consumer Report , in collaboration with Cint, reveals there’s still a strong preference towards hybrid work models around the world. The study — which surveyed over 7,000 consumers across 11 countries, including the U.S., U.K., Germany, Brazil, and France — reveals 43.54% prefer hybrid work environments.

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MAY 13, 2024

Following a court hearing earlier this month , Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, has taken legal action against ride-sharing giants Uber and Lyft — accusing them of improperly classifying their drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. According to a report published by Reuters , the lawsuit argues that these companies have not only circumvented state labor laws but have also cost the state substantial sums in unpaid taxes and insurance.

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MAY 16, 2024

IBM has announced plans to create 800 new AI-related jobs in Ireland this year. Reuters reports the new roles will span various aspects of AI development — including research, software engineering, and data analysis. This initiative not only shows IBM’s commitment to advancing AI technology but also highlights Ireland’s growing importance as a hub for international tech talent.

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