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How Do You Train And Retain Tech Talent? Use Podcasts, Says CEO Jen Grogono

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People don’t read as much as they used to, many dislike meetings, and audio-based communication increases understanding 500% vs text-based learning resources. . Large urban campuses were filled with young software engineers in t-shirts playing ping pong on breaks, lounging on ergonomic chairs, and sipping on free nitro cold brew. .

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Breaking Free From Impostor Syndrome & Self Doubt with Dr. Valerie Young

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Leaders and High Performers Aren’t Immune In a surprising twist, Dr. Young shared that even top leaders and high-performing individuals struggle with imposter syndrome. And he’s like, wow, I hadn’t really thought of it like that. So, but just because of my training, I’m not A therapist.

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Traveling Solo With a Disability Taught Me that My Body Is More Capable Than I Realized

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Accessible” doesn’t mean the same thing everywhere I was genuinely shocked by how inaccessible many parts of Rome were. Italy’s train system is difficult to navigate Yes, Italy’s train stations are technically accessible, but the accessible train car is often in the middle of the train or at the far end of the platform.

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8 Reasons Why You Should Work for a Tough Boss

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If you’re not, don’t worry, they’ll surely let you know. You will develop a thick skin and be able to take criticism better than people who haven’t worked for a tough or demanding boss. Working for a tough boss teaches you to be at the top of your own game. it does happen. Share it with others.

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

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You make it through hurdle after hurdle, from multiple interviews to onboarding, and you are ready to start training. And then, you are asked to sign a Training Repayment Agreement Provisions (TRAPs) agreement. I don’t think there are really advantages to this for the employee.

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The UK’s Plan To Strengthen Its Workforce: Improve Their Mental Health

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Delayed Welfare Reform and Political Reactions Starmer, whose Labour Party won July’s parliamentary election, acknowledged that the government “inherited a country that simply isn’t working,” but emphasized that the new plan is designed to address this issue.

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How Happier Employees Give Your Bottom Line a Boost

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But if you look at research, you’ve got 63% of employees reporting that their employer doesn’t care about them [ based on a Dec. Second, it kept turnover low and saved on hiring and training costs. 2020 Gallup Poll ]. First, it kept production going.