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The Task Management Cycle

Jen Lawrence

Why do we all struggle with task management? First and foremost, we’re underprepared for today’s environment. Now more than ever the tasks never stop. In our electronic environment, there’s always something to do and we’re always connected. Second, a lot of us are using what’s trendy. We tend to look at what’s shiny and new using the wrong tools instead of what we actually need.

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When It Comes to Pleasing Difficult Clients, Sometimes It’s Better to Be Fired

Success

When I first started my business, I was terrified of disappointing my customers. I would hit “send” on a completed project and slowly sink from that exhilarating high of having met a deadline into a swamp of self-doubt. Would the client like what I produced? Or would they wonder why they even hired me in the first place? My mind filled with dire images of my clients rolling their eyes and shaking their heads as they looked at the finished product I had labored over with love.

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Is Technology Meeting The Needs Of Today’s Workers?

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Workplace technology directly correlates to productivity, making updated tech a necessity in every office. . A Paycom survey shows that nearly 80% of employees get frustrated with outdated technology at work. . In a Q&A with Jennifer Kraszewski, VP of Human Resources at Paycom , she explained how technology in the workplace needs to constantly be keeping up with the times. .

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Deepak Chopra Explains How to Take Control of Your Joy

Success

I’ve been thinking a lot recently about happiness. It’s a subject not many people devote themselves to. Until the advent of “positive psychology” in the last decade, the psyche was largely studied through the window of unhappiness. Psychologists had their hands full treating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and a host of other maladies the mind is heir to.

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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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52% Of Black Women In The UK Plan To Leave Their Jobs

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New research from think tank Coqual shows that nearly half of Black professionals in the UK have intentions of leaving their jobs soon. . The responses from 1,035 people showed that this rate was even higher among Black women at 52%, and disproportionately less than white counterparts at 34%. . “Just from a human perspective it’s a sign that you’re not supporting all employees equally,” said Julia Taylor Kennedy, Executive Vice President for Coqual. .

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From the Archives: The Only Woman War Correspondent

Success

Miss Elsie Keasoner, the celebrated war correspondent and only American woman who witnessed the coronation of the queen of the Netherlands, is the recipient of new honors, as she is the youngest member of the Paris Commission, being the Chicago representative of the Associated Press at the French capital. The New York and London office will be represented by experienced men, but this girl, who was only 20 years old, was unanimously chosen for this responsible position by the managers of the thre

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The profound power of gratitude and "living eulogies" | Andrea Driessen

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Why do we often wait so long to recognize each other's gifts? Why are the truest compliments for the people we love often said only after they're no longer around to hear and savor them? Andrea Driessen makes the case for writing eulogies for the living, sharing the power of "grace notes" to offer connection on a deeper level and dispel any regrets of waiting until a loved one's death to appreciate their presence in your life.

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Check Out The Hottest Entry-Level Remote Job Opportunities

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Entry-level professionals now have the opportunity to find a remote job that aligns with their professional goals. . According to a report from NACE, employers plan to hire almost one-third (32%) more new college graduates from the Class of 2022 than they hired from the Class of 2021. . Given this market activity, FlexJobs assessed the entry-level remote job landscape in 2022 to help job seekers better identify potential career opportunities. .

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How A Recession Could Impact The Office Sector

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Interest rate hikes, the Federal Reserve, and a bear market — oh my. . These have all become part of our economic reality as analysts continue to doomsday prep for a looming recession in the next 12 months. . And perhaps no other industry has felt the burden of this uncertainty more than the real estate industry, particularly the office sector. .

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The Wing CEO Jen Cho Steps Down From Her Role

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Jen Cho, former chief marketing officer and CEO of The Wing, has stepped down from her role at the coworking firm, just five months after filling the position. . IWG, which owns a majority stake in the coworking firm, has named its chief commercial officer Fatima Koning to serve as the new CEO. . The Wing has experienced a slew of CEOs since the exit of cofounder Audrey Gelman in 2020, which came after accusations emerged that staff were being mistreated. .

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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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Digital Nomads Are Altering The Global Workforce Landscape

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Digital nomadism predates the pandemic, but its exposure is greater than ever before. . Now, thanks to the warm embrace that companies have offered hybrid and remote working models, as well as influencer culture, digital nomads are changing the entire global workforce dynamic. “Travel and business have become intrinsically linked and in a digitized world where many operations can be done remotely, there’s no reason to foster the kind of growth that will eradicate borders and office hours,” on

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MySpace Founder Shares His Insights On Social Media In The Future Of Work, Plus Elon Musk’s Twitter Acquisition Debacle

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In a Q&A, MySpace founder Brad Greenspan explains his view on the role social media will have in the future of work, as well as the ways in which company acquisitions should not be conducted. . Fractional CEOs—those who spend only a small percentage of their time on a particular company—are laughable and don’t motivate workers, Greenspan says. .

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Tim Leberecht of The House of Beautiful Business | Making Business More Human

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Guest Episode Video Transcript. Tim Leberecht. Co-Founder and Co-CEO of The House of Beautiful Business. Follow me on Twitter Follow me on LinkedIn. Follow me on Twitter Follow me on Instagram. Tim Leberecht is a German-American author and entrepreneur, and the co-founder and co-CEO of the House of Beautiful Business, a global think tank and community with the mission to make humans more human and business more beautiful.

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Why Chief Trust Officers Are Critical For The Web 3.0 Era

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Trust within the workplace has historically been a one-way street, but consumers are now interested in supporting businesses that are committed to upholding certain values. . According to a recent poll from Axios Harris, three of the top five companies that ranked top for brand reputation were grocery stores. However, social media and tech firms ranked much lower. .

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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

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