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Two-Thirds Of Japanese Companies Struggling As Aging Workforce Drives Labor Crisis

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Two-thirds of Japanese companies are experiencing a serious business impact from a shortage of workers, a Reuters survey showed on Thursday, as the country’s population continues to shrink and age rapidly. Labor shortages in Japan, particularly among non-manufacturers and small firms, are reaching historic levels, the government has said, stoking concerns that this supply-side constraint could stifle economic growth.

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How to turn setbacks into success | Amy Shoenthal

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Success rarely happens in a straight line, with setbacks all but guaranteed along the way. What's the best way to recover? Leadership coach Amy Shoenthal lays out the four phases of the "setback cycle" and explains how to transform difficult moments into opportunities for reinvention and progress. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey !

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Global Unemployment Holds Steady At Historic Low Of 5%

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Global unemployment remained steady last year at an historical low of 5%, where it is set to stay in 2025, the International Labour Organization said in a report on Thursday. However, the Geneva-based body said that a global economic slowdown from 3.3% to around 3.2% last year, and a gradual deceleration over the medium term, will limit job creation. “The global economy continues to expand at a moderate rate, but it is projected to gradually lose steam, preventing a stronger and more durab

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The art of marketing — for good | Raja Rajamannar

TED Talks

Can marketing transcend traditional business goals and actually be a force for good? Mastercard CMO Raja Rajamannar shares how purpose-driven initiatives — like “touch cards” for the visually impaired and debit cards that let people choose how their names appear — align profit with purpose and position businesses to create meaningful, positive change.

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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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More Than Half Of U.K. CFOs Expect Spending, Hiring Cuts This Year

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Business confidence in the U.K. drops to a two-year low, with 26% of CFOs feeling pessimistic. Cost-cutting remains top priority, with 58% of CFOs expecting companies to reduce discretionary spending. The U.S. is seen as the most attractive investment destination, while U.K. investment appeal has sharply declined. Business optimism among U.K. Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) has taken a hit, reaching its lowest point in two years by the close of 2024.

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Is EQ the New IQ?

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Anyone who has been on the job-hunting side of an interview table (or Zoom call) knows the distinct feeling of wondering what the heck the hiring manager wants. What are they thinking? What skills do they really want in the best candidate for this role? In decades past, responses from those hiring managers might have been about the training an ideal candidate has or the specific degree they hold.

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FDA Bans the Use of Red 3 Dye in Food, Beverages and Medication

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a nationwide ban on Red 3 , a synthetic dye that has been linked to cancer in animal studies. This decision marks a milestone for consumer advocacy groups and lawmakers who have long called for stricter regulations on food additives. What is Red 3? Red 3, also known as FD&C Red No. 3 or erythrosine, is a petroleum-derived synthetic dye approved for use in food products since 1907.

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Small businesses remain upbeat about flexible working

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More than 80 percent of SME decision makers expect to see positive outcomes to their workforce from policy changes to flexible working rules, a new poll from NatWest Mentor suggests. In April 2024, under the previous Conservative government, new flexible working legislation was introduced across England, Scotland and Wales creating significant changes to how employees make flexible working requests and how employers must respond.

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What ‘Wicked’s’ ‘Dancing Through Life’ Can Teach Us About Being an Ally in the Workplace

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At its heart, the movie Wicked is a story about marginalization and allyship. This really isnt much of a surprise, considering the book was written by a gay man (Gregory Maguire) , the musical was written by Winnie Holzman and composed by Stephen Schwartz , both of whom are Jewish, and most recently, the movie was directed by an Asian-American man (Jon M.

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GOP Pushes Bills For Strict Limits On Federal Telework

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As the 119th Congress settles into its new session, several Republican lawmakers are pushing for new restrictions on federal employee teleworking, making it a key legislative priority. The bills emerging from Congress include both reintroductions of previous efforts and new proposals aimed at increasing oversight and reducing the scope of telework for federal workers, according to Government Executive.

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: What Really Matters

Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. If you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner—and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top (a concept first popularized by Marshall Goldsmith in his book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There ). What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level.

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TikTok Users Head to RedNote App: What Is It and Should You Trust It?

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With just days remaining, TikTok is on the brink of a U.S. ban. If the Supreme Court rejects any final efforts to keep it alive, on Jan. 19, the app will be blocked. Lawmakers are already guiding tech firms on how to remove it from app stores, preparing for its possible disappearance. TikToks security risks: Propaganda, misinformation and tracking U.S. security officials have raised alarms about TikTok since 2023 , citing its links to the Chinese government and potential data protection risks.

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The Future Of Work Is In Your Eyewear — But These New ChatGPT Glasses May Be NSFW

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Solos smart glasses with ChatGPT streamline tasks by providing voice-driven assistance, real-time reminders, and seamless communication through whispers, music, and callsmaking them ideal for multitasking in hybrid and remote work environments. The always-on nature of these glasses, with potential for recording and biometric data collection, raises privacy risks in the workplace, particularly regarding data misuse and surveillance.