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What you need to know when working with a C-Suite Executive

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What you need to know when working with a C-Suite Executive In this article, we will cover the information you need to be aware of to be on the same page as your C-Suite Executive and work in sync together. It certainly makes it easier to form a solid strategic partnership [.].

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Using Technology For Wellness Initiatives: How SaaS Can Help

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1 in 10 employees didn’t even have the proper internet connection after one year of working from home according to Microsoft. . Navigating new methods of working means more than setting up a workspace at home. For many, it has required hours of learning new programs and other software to make their lives easier. . Casual Fridays and discounts to local gyms are both great methods of encouraging workers to nurture their physical and mental health, but it is the workplace tools themselves that ca

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Why We Say ‘Uh’ and ‘Um’ When Speaking in Public

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The last time I hosted a workshop, the session was recorded so that attendees could access the material later. When I played the recording for myself, I was shocked at how many times I had uttered um. I couldn’t consciously remember using this filler word, but I knew that to become a more effective presenter , I had to eliminate it from my public speaking.

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Why You Can’t (And Shouldn’t) Escape The Metaverse

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Hardware is still a barrier to adoption for many individuals and companies. . But the metaverse is starting to break through as a key collaboration tool. . When in-person isn’t possible, the metaverse is the next best thing. . The metaverse is here, and it’s promising to impact everything from healthcare to the environment. Within the world of work, it’s seen by many as Zoom 2.0, the next iteration of remote working where you can virtually meet with your colleagues and co-workers. .

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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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WeAreTheCity: Inspirational Woman: Jessica Gardiner | Founder, The Assistant Room

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Our Founder Jessica Gardiner recently featured with WeAreTheCity in their Inspirational Woman campaign. Read the full article here. The post WeAreTheCity: Inspirational Woman: Jessica Gardiner | Founder, The Assistant Room first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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Indonesia Is Developing The World’s Longest Digital Nomad Visa

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Digital nomadism is becoming an attainable goal for many, and Indonesia wants to set itself up as the ideal location for these traveling professionals. . According to Indonesia’s tourism minister Sandiaga Uno, the country is creating a digital nomad visa in order to bring in new visitors to the country. . “In the past, the ‘three S’ was sun, sea and sand.

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Inflation Is Causing Office Occupancy To Struggle, But The Future Looks Promising

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Inflation has impacted nearly all aspects of the economy, and office recovery is no exception. . While office occupiers have had a bit of an easier time during these times of economic uncertainty, “they are experiencing no shortage of challenges as they adapt to work-from-anywhere and intense competition for talent that now has fewer city-edge borders,” according to Rebecca Rockey of Cushman & Wakefield. .

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6 in 10 Workers Refused Jobs Or Left Employers That Didn’t Address Racial Injustice  

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Just two years after what some called the “Great Awakening” of racial injustice, workers are starting to question their employer’s commitment to the movement. . Companies like Walmart and Bank of America made massive pledges to invest into charities and funds that worked to combat racial inequality following the murder of George Floyd.? . However, the work seems to have stopped there.

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TikTok Introduces Features To Discourage Infinite Scrolling

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TikTok is introducing a new feature to combat a problem that the platform’s users know all too well: endless scrolling. . Now, the company is incorporating features that are made to keep users from scrolling infinitely through its short-form videos by showing reminders to limit their screen time after long-term usage. . For teenage users, a pop-up will recommend cutting down their screen time if they go beyond 100 minutes on the app within a single day. .

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Not All Executives Agree With Elon Musk’s Staunch Return-To-Office Stance

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Elon Musk’s objection to remote work has opened up discussion among CEOs about the proper way to address the return to the office. . While Musk is certainly not alone in his desire to bring workers back to the workplace, other executives have gained a different perspective. . “Instead of chasing their own celebrity or brand, company executives should focus on accessibility,” said Craig Corn, CEO of Reverse Mortgage Funding, a fully remote team.

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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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How Remote Working Is Impacting Office Valuations Across Big Cities

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A working paper from NYU and Columbia University researchers shows that the value of New York City’s office buildings fell by one-third during 2020. . Now, a new report shows that current trends towards remote and hybrid working could lead to offices losing $500 billion from pre-pandemic values by 2029. . “Imagine thinking about a path where the world remains in this predominantly hybrid or remote work environment that we’re currently in for the next 10 years,” said Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh, a f

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Employees At Ride-Sharing Company Bird Face Another Round Of Layoffs

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Ride-sharing company Bird is laying off nearly one-quarter of its staff according to tech layoff tracker Layoffs.fyi. . The company, which provides transportation through electric scooters and bikes, confirmed the news of laying off 23% of employees, stating that this will range from all parts of the organization and various regions. . “While the need for and access to micro-electric vehicle transportation has never been greater, macro economic trends impacting everyone have resulted in an acc

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Workspace Group Reports Full Recovery For London Flexible Offices

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A new report from office landlord Workspace Group shows that flexible office demand in London has officially returned to pre-pandemic levels. . Companies pivoting to hybrid work policies are driving this growth, with occupancy reaching nearly 90% as of the end of March. This marks a 7.8% increase from the year prior and is in line with levels seen since 2019. .

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Apple CEO Tim Cook Says Remote Work Is The “Mother Of All Experiments”

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After much pushback, it appears that Apple is finally coming to terms with hybrid work being the future. . At the recent TIME 100 symposium in New York, CEO Tim Cook said that remote work is the “mother of all experiments” and that while he values in-person interaction, hybrid models will likely become the norm. . However, he adds that this transition is a pilot study and companies are “trying to find a place that makes the best of both of these worlds.” .

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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

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Investments Into Commercial Real Estate Fell 16% In April

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In response to inflation, the Federal Reserve recently raised interest rates to alleviate some consumer pressure.? . Couple this with increased prices for just about everything, and the commercial real estate industry is bound to feel limited by the current economy. . Now, analysis from MSCI Real Assets shows that commercial real estate property sales fell by 16% in April compared to the same time one year ago after “13 consecutive months of increases.” .

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$10 Million Funding Into Cove Marks A Pivot From Coworking To Proptech

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Washington D.C. company cove has received $10 million in funding to expand its proptech software. . The company, which provides building management tools, plans to use the funding towards expanding its workforce as it pivots from coworking operator to mostly a proptech provider. . While cove’s technology has always been a core tenant of its business model, it started by testing out these tools at its own coworking spaces.

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Convene Reopens Midtown Manhattan Flexible Office And Event Space

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Flexible office operator Convene has announced that its Midtown Manhattan space will reopen after undergoing major renovations. . The location on 101 Park Avenue takes up 20,000 square feet and provides meeting rooms, event spaces, seasonal food offerings, and more for up to 200 guests. The new renovation also incorporates human-centric design and updated building technology. .

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Starbucks CEO Invests $100 Million Into Diverse Businesses

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Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz will invest $100 million into The Entrepreneurs Equity Fund (EEF) through his family’s foundation. . The EEF aims to provide equitable funding for entrepreneurs and business owners that come from marginalized backgrounds, who typically receive a fraction of investments compared to their white counterparts. . “America’s future rests on our entrepreneurial fire.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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Apple Brings Its Sunnyvale, California Footprint To Over 800,000 Square Feet

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Apple has signed a new lease that will bring its Sunnyvale, California footprint to over 800,000 square feet. . The tech giant will take up a newly built campus — the Mathilda Commons office complex — that includes two four-story buildings totaling 382,500 square feet.? . Mathilda Commons began construction in 2019 and was completed in September of 2021.

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