Fri.Jan 17, 2025

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Deloitte Survey Shows Record High CEO Optimism

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In a post-election Fortune / Deloitte CEO Survey , based on responses from more than 140 CEOs of the worlds largest and most influential companies, 84% expressed optimism about their companys performance in the next year. Nearly half are optimistic about the global economy, up from 7% a year ago, and two-thirds see opportunity in AI. Jason Girzadas, CEO of Deloitte U.S., which sponsored the survey, said optimism indexed is as high as weve seen in the 14 editions of the survey, citing tax policy,

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Learn Why Veterinarian Is Named the Top Job for 2025

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Global job portal Indeed has named veterinarian the best job for 2025, citing data from the latest employment trends based on job postings on its website. The professions designation among the most in-demand employment suggests a significant shift in what constitutes societys basic unit. Indeeds annual rankings identify roles shaping the future of work through their combination of high salaries, flexibility and room for growth.

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Spirit Airlines Cuts Jobs to Save $80 Million and Survive Bankruptcy

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Spirit Airlines is cutting approximately 200 jobs as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce costs following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in November. The job cuts, which affect non-union positions, are part of the airline’s broader strategy to achieve $80 million in cost savings, according to CNBC. At the time of its bankruptcy filing, Spirit employed around 13,000 workers, with about 84% of them represented by unions.

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What to Do If Therapy Isn’t Working as Well as You’d Hoped

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George, a 22-year-old who chose to use a pseudonym, says that he was first forced to see a therapist as a child and has seen numerous different professionals but has quit therapy multiple times. The advice I was being given was stuff I had already heard countless times from my parents and others, he says. I fell into this cycle where Id get these tasks to do that were miles out of my comfort zone and Id fail to even try them, so I felt this intense guilt.

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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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Walmart Faces Investor Backlash Over DEI Cutbacks

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A coalition of over 30 shareholders, representing a combined $266 billion in assets, has urged Walmart Inc. to clarify its decision to scale back on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, according to Bloomberg. In a letter addressed to CEO Doug McMillon, the investors expressed concern over the retailer’s recent moves, calling the shift “disheartening” and accusing the company of yielding to “bullying and pressure from anti-DEI groups.” Among the signatori

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Episode 582: Mridu Parikh Talks About Automation, Systems, and Alignment

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In this Flashback Friday episode of A Productive Conversation , I sit down with Mridu Parikh to discuss the power of simplicity in automation, systemization, and achieving alignment in your work and life. Mridu, a systems expert and productivity coach, shares how small steps and simple tools can free up mental space, prevent overwhelm, and help you focus on what truly matters.

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Meta’s New Policy Lets Users Call People Mentally Ill Based On Gender Or Sexuality

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Meta has changed its Hateful Conduct policy to allow users to claim people are mentally ill based on their gender or sexual orientation, and employees at the social media platform are reportedly in a state of disbelief. The company has also relaxed bans on gender-based insults, including several expletives, unless used with intent to insult. Employees are in shock, with many expressing anger over the changes, while CEO Zuckerberg defends them as a move to allow free expression and avoid “p

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TikTok Vows to Keep Paying U.S. Employees After Jan. 19 Ban

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TikTok plans to keep paying U.S. employees even if the Supreme Court does not overturn a law that would force the sale of the short-video app in the U.S. or ban it, the company’s leadership said in an internal memo reviewed by Reuters on Tuesday. The hugely popular platform is owned by China-based ByteDance and has 7,000 employees in the U.S. “I cannot emphasize enough that your wellbeing is a top priority and so most importantly, I want to reinforce that as employees in the US, your

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