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Young people should be the main focus of mental health efforts

Workplace Insight

The report notes that in 2021-2022 over one-in-three (34 per cent) young people aged 18-24 reported symptoms of conditions like depression, anxiety or bipolar disorder – up from one-in-four (24 per cent) in 2000. As a result, more than half a million 18-24-year-olds were prescribed anti-depressants in 2021-22.

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The Resilient Four-Day Work Week

Allwork

As discussions regarding ‘return to office’ plans have continued to evolve in an ever-changing world, companies in the UK have been testing their version of the 4-day work week or “4DWW” since the summer of 2021. Think the 1930s, the labor workforce, factories, and newly formed unions. The History. Finally, we love a good pilot.

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Why This is the Perfect Time to Say Goodbye to Your Boss

Tips From T. Marie

Many didn’t realize that learning online was an acceptable way of learning and that you didn’t need to be in the same room to have a business meeting. Many people were surprised to learn that they were able to complete their work, oftentimes faster and easier, without a supervisor hovering over their shoulder.

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3 Steps to Move from a Fixed to a Growth Money Mindset

Success

Our relationship with money is formed at a young age. If we can learn how to better prioritize growing our finances, we can significantly reduce our stress. . If we can accept this idea that money is just another form of energy, we have the ability to then use money to align with our values. It’s neutral.

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Tax Planning for Freelancers: 5 Strategic Moves To Make Now To Avoid Tax Pain Next Year

Allwork

If you work as a freelancer or engage in work similar to the 16% of Americans who earned money from an online gig platform in 2021 , then there are multiple avenues to explore when bracing for next tax season. Firstly, it is the simplest and least expensive form of business to set up and maintain.

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Using Technology For Wellness Initiatives: How SaaS Can Help

Allwork

For many, it has required hours of learning new programs and other software to make their lives easier. . According to a 2021 report from Microsoft , after one year of working from home, 42% of professionals said they still did not have adequate home office supplies, while 1 in 10 didn’t even have the proper internet connection. .

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Some Companies Are Asking Employees to Pay for Training to Increase Buy-in. But Does It Work?

Success

These firms’ weapon of choice is ‘shadow’ student debt, or nontraditional forms of credit used to finance higher education and job training,” according to the report, leading to what they call “massive financial consequences if they exercise their right to find work elsewhere.” In both cases, there’s no cost to employees.

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