Mon.Aug 29, 2022

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Companies’ Most Recent Method Of Pandering? Introducing “Flex-Washing”

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Flexible work arrangements are officially the norm! We did it, Joe! . While this seems like a call for celebration, corporations have come to water-down the great benefits that come with this model in what some are calling “flex-washing.” . Similar to the concept of greenwashing, in which companies claim to be making significant environmental changes that are actually the bare minimum, flex-washing has become the most recent attempt at attracting employees and consumers without doing much.

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How I Lost $3 Million in 24 Hours and Bounced Back

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It was 2010. I was waiting for the most important call of my life. I had been working on a massive deal for 18 months and if everything panned out, my company would make just over a million dollars. And then the phone rang. It was my partner. But he wasn’t calling with good news. As the words “We have a problem…” came through the phone, the blood drained from my face and a sharp pain pierced my stomach.

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How Candidates And Managers Can Identify And Combat Age Discrimination

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More than 80% of hiring managers say that they are concerned about taking on employees 60+, or younger than 25. . In a Q&A with Allwork.Space, Adzuna’s Chief Customer Officer Paul Lewis explains best practices when looking for jobs that are age-inclusive, as well as how to challenge ageism in the workplace. . Anything that emphasizes a company’s efforts and investments in DEI or a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination is a green flag. .

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Giving from the Soul with Andre McDonnell

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With the holidays rapidly approaching, many will choose to incorporate charitable giving or donations into their end-of-year plans. But giving back is something that’s always in season, as Andre McDonnell, founder of the nonprofit It’s From the Sole , detailed for In the Details listeners this week. McDonnell and host Karen Allen also discussed how we can change the narrative around helping those who are less fortunate.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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Companies That Prioritize Mental Health Are Slated For A Successful Future

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Workforce participants may be burned out on hearing the term “burnout,” but its impact on all industries is adding additional pressure on the economy. . A recent study shows that 81% of professionals state they are experiencing burnout or other mental health problems – and this isn’t just designated to one industry. . Those working in healthcare are experiencing higher levels of burnout, which in turn leads to more absences and turnover.

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Cost Savings Are The Top Reason For Coworking Adoption

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Flexible office operators are enjoying their time in the limelight as corporations reconcile with their expensive office presence. . As these companies shift to more distributed operations, leaders are reevaluating their office space needs both in the context of preparing for an incoming recession and meeting the demands of employees. . According to a survey conducted by Yardi, 39% of occupiers are interested in or currently using coworking spaces.

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Remote Workers Are Making Contributions, But Proximity Bias Is Hurting Their Growth Opportunities

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Proximity bias has become a persistent problem in the modern workforce. . In fact, a study from Alliance Virtual Offices shows that 38% of remote workers are less likely to receive bonuses, while also performing 50% more overtime compared to in-person workers. . So why do these mostly engaged workers struggle with career advancements and exclusion?

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The U.S. Economy Is Expected To Experience “Pain” In The Near Future – How Can Companies Prepare?

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Economists have warned about an incoming recession for months now. . While the Federal Reserve continues to hike interest rates to cool inflation, Fed chair Jerome Powell acknowledged that this move could lead to economic pain in the future. . Recession impacts more than just companies – the workforce must be ready to adjust as well. This is particularly important for young Millennials and Gen Zers, both of whom have hardly experienced working through an economic downturn. .

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There’s More Than Meets The Eye When it Comes To Being A Flexible Company

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Becoming a hybrid or remote company seems easy on the surface. Everyone is doing it nowadays. . Most large businesses have readily embraced these models as it is necessary to stay relevant in the future of work. But are these organizations truly prepared for the implications of becoming a flexible company? . Unless concrete policy and design alterations have been made, the answer is likely no. .

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Elevating the Virtual Interviewing Experience

Sharing your authentic self in a virtual interview can be an unwanted challenge. How do you break through the digital barrier when conducting a virtual interview and share your exceptional self? Think in unconventional ways to elevate the virtual interviewing experience.