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Experts Say CEOs Must Face The Facts About Flexibility

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Despite the success of hybrid and remote models, many CEOs continue to push for in-office work. Companies like Amazon risk losing top talent and innovation by enforcing strict return-to-office mandates. Flexibility in work arrangements is critical for retention, especially for women in leadership roles. CEOs are stuck in the dark ages. This statement can apply to many areas, but here it’s about their stubborn push to bring people back to the office, even though it’s clear that neither employees

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Poor job quality leaves people exhausted and at risk of ill health

Workplace Insight

A new report from the Institute for Employment Studies warns that poor job quality is significantly affecting worker health, with 1.7 million people in Great Britain reporting work-related ill health in the last year. The research reveals that half of all workers report having to work more hours than contracted or expected – the highest rate in Europe.

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Total quality management: 8 principles for business success

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Are your employees producing higher quality products and services than last year, or are they stagnant? Your organization could benefit from total quality management (TQM) if you aren’t seeing positive growth. What’s that? Total quality management (TQM) is an organization-wide system where staff members commit to continually improving processes and boosting customer satisfaction.

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Turns out people from Gen Z aren’t bone-idle and unambitious after all

Workplace Insight

More than a third of office employees (37 percent) feel their work ethic has improved over the past 12 months, according to a new study. This is particularly apparent among younger people such as those belonging to so-called Gen Z, as the figure rises to more than half of those aged 18-24 (55 percent) and 25-34 (57 percent). One in five (22 percent) suggest they ‘always go above and beyond’, with the same number saying that they will ‘do whatever needs to be done to deliver’.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Is Your Business Culturally Sensitive? What Businesses Can Learn From the Simu Liu Boba Tea Controversy

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Canadian entertainment network CBC has a Shark Tank–like show called Dragons’ Den , where investors hear pitches from businesses looking for funding. This season, Chinese-Canadian actor Simu Liu—who starred in Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings —was a guest “dragon” and prospective investor on an episode. The owners of a Quebec-based bubble tea company called Bobba came to Dragons’ Den on this episode, seeking a $1 million investment to grow their brand.

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38% of CEOs Would Rather Quit Than Lead Workforce Restructuring

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A new survey of 700 senior decision-makers reveals that many CEOs are so averse to leading large-scale workforce transformations that they’d prefer to resign, according to MSN. The research, conducted by Orgvue, found that 38% of CEOs would rather step down than manage a major workforce restructuring. Less than a third (29%) would be willing to oversee significant organizational changes, and only 25% would challenge traditional hierarchies for greater efficiency.

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More Than 10% of South Korea’s Workforce Has Been Replaced By Robots

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A new report from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) reveals that more than 10% of South Korea’s workforce has been replaced by robots, as the country continues to lead the world in robotic automation. South Korea has 1,012 robots per 10,000 employees, a figure that has grown by 5% annually since 2018. Globally, the use of robots is on the rise, with Singapore following South Korea in robotic density, having 770 robots per 10,000 employees.

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GWA Immersive NYC Features Insightful Discussions with Flex Leaders

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New York City, NY – November 21, 2024 | The Global Workspace Association (GWA) is excited to announce the highly anticipated Immersive NYC event, a dynamic and engaging experience where attendees will explore the evolving landscape of the flex space industry. Set to take place December 12-13 at Arch Amenities 140 Broadway in the heart of New York City.

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AI to Cut Your Workweek by 1.5 Days, Says JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon

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In a recent interview, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon predicted future generations could work just three and a half days a week as AI automates routine tasks, enhancing work-life balance. He also sees AI contributing to longer lifespans, with future generations potentially living to 100 and benefiting from advances in healthcare, according to Yahoo Finance.

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