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Forgetfulness is costing you time, money, and a ton of missed opportunities. In the age of automation, it’s easy to underestimate the power of a well-trained human mind. But memory isn’t just a parlor trick, it's a strategic edge. Human memory is one of the most underrated business skills. Whether you’re managing people, leading sessions, or having high-stakes conversations, remembering names, details, and concepts can be transformative in building trust, absorbing knowledge, and driving perform
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What’s going on: The first-ever Canadian pilot program for a four-day work week has concluded, citing a 100% success rate. All 41 companies involved in the program intend to maintain their work time reduction policy, according to Cision. The pilot program was established in partnership between Boston College, 4 Day Week Global, and Joe O’Connor, the designer of the first four-day work week program that launched in Ireland in 2021.
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