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AI Is Transforming The Future Of Industrial Work

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According to a report from the International Federation of Robotics, U.S. robot installations are up 14% from pre-pandemic levels. In addition, the production of industrial robots rises at similar rates annually. . The impact rapid production of industrial robots will have on the future of work are wide-ranging. . Apart from boosting the robotics industry, the CDC says when used with a safety-first mentality, these robots can make industrial work safer, quicker, and more productive for worke

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8 Ways to Avoid Pointless Meetings

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“If you had to identify, in one word, the reason why the human race has not achieved, and never will achieve, its full potential, that word would be ‘meetings.’” —­ Dave Barry. That assessment by the Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and author is right on. A 2022 Otter.ai survey of over 600 employees from 20 industries found that, “on average, employees have 17.7 meetings (totaling 18 hours) per week,” numbers which increase as “management level and number of direct reports increases.

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Here’s How To Approach Complex Tax Laws To Become A Digital Nomad

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Digital nomadism has come within reach for millions of professionals worldwide as remote work becomes the newfound norm. . However, becoming one of these traveling professionals means more than packing a laptop and jetting off to the next country with decent WiFi. Many factors can complicate these endeavors, particularly taxation. . America’s current tax policy is rare, with taxes being based on citizenship rather than residency.

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Using your voice is a political choice | Amanda Gorman

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For anyone who believes poetry is stuffy or elitist, Amanda Gorman -- the youngest inaugural poet in US history -- has some characteristically well-chosen words. Poetry is for everyone, she says, and at its core it's all about connection and collaboration. In this fierce talk and performance, she explains why poetry is inherently political, pays homage to her honorary ancestors and stresses the value of speaking out despite your fears.

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The Memory Edge: Outlearn, Outperform, Outlast

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

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TikTok Just Made It Easier For Influencers To Connect With Talent Managers

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TikTok’s reign as the social media app of choice is expected to continue making waves in 2023. With that, the app is introducing an easy way for creators to connect with managers and various marketing opportunities. . The Talent Manager Portal will be incorporated into the TikTok Creator Marketplace, where users can allow managers to handle the business and marketing side of content creation. .

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Office Administration Job Outlook for 2023

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes the Occupational Handbook which currently reflects employment projections for the 2021 to 2031 decade. The Occupational Handbook covers 324 occupational profiles including the Office and Administrative Support Occupations profile. The profile describes what workers do, where they work, typical education and training requirements, wages, job outlook, state and area data and contacts for […] The post Office Administration Job Outlook for 2023 appeared

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TOG opens what it claims is Central London’s tallest mass timber office building

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Flexible office provider TOG has announced the opening of its first project built from the ground up – The Black & White Building, located in Shoreditch. The firm claims that The Black & White Building is Central London’s tallest mass timber office, standing at 17.8 metres high and covering 38,315 sq ft. The workspace has been built using renewable materials and innovative construction methods, which TOG claims results in embodied carbon creation being reduced by 37 percent compared with

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Regus Nigeria Expansion Aims To Reach Up To 2.5 Million Professionals

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Regus is expanding its presence across Nigeria that could reach over 2.5 million professionals. . IWG-owned Regus will add to its network of offices in Lagos, Nigeria within the Gbagada neighborhood, marking its eighth center in the country. . “Our opening in Lagos comes at a time when more and more companies are discovering that flexible working boosts employee happiness and satisfaction while helping the environment,” said Mark Dixon, CEO of IWG. .

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Herman Miller extends use of ocean-bound plastic with Sayl chair 

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Herman Miller is continuing to increase the use of ocean-bound plastic within the modern furniture maker’s portfolio. The Sayl Chair, designed by esteemed Swiss Designer Yves Béhar will now include up to 1.36 kg (3 pounds) of mismanaged plastic waste found near waterways. This change builds upon the momentum created by the introduction of ocean-plastic in the iconic Aeron Chair in 2021 and will divert 95 metric tons*, the equivalent of approximately 9.6 million plastic water bottles, from the oc

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94% Of UK Workers Believe They Deserve A Pay Raise In 2023, But Will They Get One?

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Inflation has impacted nearly every aspect of living, and professionals are left twiddling their thumbs to see how employers will support them during this time. . According to new data from recruitment company Phoenix, just 22% of UK employees have actually received a pay bump to offset the growing cost of living. However, because many companies are also facing their own set of challenges on the eve of a recession, most are in cost-saving mode. .

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook for Smarter Knowledge Work

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.

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To Succeed Under Pressure, Focus on the Experience

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Coach John Wooden used his definition of success not just as a mantra for life. He used it as a means to improve performance: “Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you made the effort to become the best of which you are capable.” In short: Do your best. John Wooden’s coaching philosophy. “A coach can only do his best, nothing more,” he explained.

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AI Takes Over “Mind-Numbing” Tasks At This Company, But Could It Do More In The Future?

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Tech marketing company Codeword has taken its artificial intelligence use to the next level. . Instead of hiring college students, the company is relying on AI to fill in intern roles, which typically involve repetitive tasks. These digital interns named themselves Aiko and Aiden and will aid teams on editorial content, graphic design and research. .

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