Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Hybrid for humans: Designing workplaces for the future The concept of hybrid working has recently gained significant attention, with its potential to redefine the traditional office environment. While many have touted it as the way forward, there is still much to be explored and understood about [.
Allwork
OCTOBER 3, 2023
In 2023, working women still confront barriers to progression in the workplace, and many will experience lower pay compared to their male counterparts. There are additional systemic disadvantages once they become mothers. According to recent reports , it has been suggested that the motherhood penalty is responsible for 80% of the gender pay gap. Redesigning policies around parental leave could address gender imbalances in the workplace and positively influence societal attitudes towards unpaid c
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Success
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Q: Dear Debbie: In the workplace, how do I know if I’m improving myself for the better or just watering down my most unique qualities? A: You are one of a kind. Your unique mix of traits and strengths and even weaknesses isn’t replicated in any other human alive. That is amazing. Many of us know what it feels like to be in a tight-knit group where we can communicate totally unfiltered and unedited.
Allwork
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Technological advancements and shifting work paradigms are reshaping the way individuals approach their careers. As AI becomes more sophisticated, multiple job functions will come to an end and so will the hybrid work-from-home setting. Many workers must work in person, and this large segment of the working class is left out of this debate regarding the future of work.
Speaker: Chester Santos
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
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Explore the impact of constructive vs. destructive criticism at work and learn strategies to turn feedback into opportunities for professional growth.
Allwork
OCTOBER 3, 2023
To survive and thrive in the post-COVID world, you need to adopt best practices for returning to the office. The primary use of the office going forward will not be for individual work; instead, the office will serve as a shared space for collaboration and team-building activities for the majority of the employees. Remodeling the work setup will help teams shift successfully across post-pandemic workplaces.
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Allwork
OCTOBER 3, 2023
WeWork has intentionally put itself on a path to default on its loans as it has chosen to withhold interest payments amounting to approximately $95 million as it continues trying to leap through financial hurdles to avoid bankruptcy. As reported by Reuters , the decision by the flexible workspace provider is backed by SoftBank , and is a reflection of the financial challenges that WeWork has encountered since its failed attempt to go public in 2019.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Over a quarter of women (27 percent) aged 40-60 in the UK, who are currently in employment and have experienced menopause symptoms – an estimated 1.2 million – say that menopause has had a negative impact on their career progression, according to new research from the CIPD. In addition, 36 percent of women with a disability or long-term health condition say their symptoms have had a negative impact on their career progression, compared with 24 percent who don’t have one.
Allwork
OCTOBER 3, 2023
More Americans are sticking with their current jobs, but not just because of the uncertainties in the U.S. economy. According to a recent data analysis published by The Wall Street Journal , more are holding on to current positions because of better opportunities for increased wages, benefits, and flexible work. The report shows how, after a surge in job resignations during the pandemic, the trend of workers quitting their jobs has started to decline.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Happiness and boredom are the most common emotions experienced by people at work, according to a Right Management survey of more than 2,000 British workers and managers. According to the poll, ‘Gen Z’ are most likely to be bored at work (23 percent). But Gen Z leaders worry more than others about reduced employee productivity due to hybrid-working (37 percent).
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
Allwork
OCTOBER 3, 2023
More employers are tracking employees with digital tools, but striking a perfect balance between employee productivity and employee privacy is proving to be one challenge that has garnered concerns from the U.K.’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). According to a report by SkyNews , ICO has issued a stern warning to employers about the use of workplace monitoring.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Unleashing the potential of the UK’s cities is critical to boost growth, repair their social fabric and meet our net zero targets according to a new report , produced in partnership between the Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA) and Core Cities UK. The report calls on the government to move away from the current trend of short-termism, witnessed in recent weeks in debates on HS2, net zero and the future of local government.
Allwork
OCTOBER 3, 2023
In a significant nod to its pioneering efforts in the flexible workspace domain, Alliance Virtual Offices has clinched a coveted spot on the Inc 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. This debut at No. 2,136, boasting a staggering 263% growth over three years, is a testament to the company’s relentless drive to reshape the way businesses operate in a rapidly evolving work landscape.
TED Talks
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Are you super devoted to a sports team, superhero or perhaps "Star Wars"? You’re part of a fandom, just like storyteller Jordan Dinwiddie. She shares 10 lessons she’s learned nerding out on all kinds of things and unpacks the joy, creativity and community that comes from being a fan. (Note: This talk contains graphic language.) Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward?
Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC
Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Despite warnings that AI could lead to widespread redundancies, younger workers across Europe believe that the recent advances in the technology will ‘supercharge’ the industry in which they work. According to the second Young Generation in Tech survey, commissioned by HiBob and Venture Capital fund Eight Roads, almost four in five of the 2,000 20-30-year-olds surveyed in tech across Europe believe AI will have a positive impact on their work.
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