Success
OCTOBER 15, 2024
It’s no surprise that having a disability has historically been perceived as a weakness. That’s how disabilities have been portrayed in both media and society as a whole. This perception of disability has also found its way into the workplace—which, rooted in capitalism as it is, tends to prioritize productivity. This has resulted in widespread ableism and has excluded many workers with disabilities.
Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Focusing on continuous learning, strengthening professional networks, and demonstrating unique value are essential steps to reduce the likelihood of being targeted for layoffs. Anticipating and effectively managing stress, acknowledging challenges, and demonstrating initiative, flexibility, and optimism in the workplace can significantly increase an employee’s value.
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Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The Design Guild Mark has opened entries for the 2025 edition, inviting designers and companies to submit entries for three categories: furniture, lighting and interior elements. Entry is open to British designers working in the UK or abroad, and designers with UK based design practices. The Design Guild Mark is a non-profit award programme that was established in 2008 by The Furniture Makers’ Company to raise the profile of British industrial design and to recognise excellence in this disciplin
Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Generation X plays a pivotal role in shaping work culture through their resilience, adaptability, and entrepreneurial spirit. Gen X’s influential leadership bridges traditional and modern values to meet diverse workplace needs and expectations. 79% of Gen X feel underappreciated and experience slower promotion rates (compared to Millennials) — despite having the required qualifications for leadership roles.
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
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In today’s evolving workplace landscape, the issue of sexual harassment at work and the work-related environment remains a pressing concern for employers and employees alike. Recent surveys have shed light on the pervasive nature of this problem, revealing that a significant portion of workers continue to experience sexual harassment at work not only from colleagues, but also from third parties such as suppliers, customers and patients.
Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) and The Instant Group have unveiled the WELL Coworking Rating — a health benchmark tailored for coworking and flexible spaces. This new initiative, developed in partnership since April, aims to enhance health and well-being in the workplace. The WELL Coworking Rating incorporates more than 50 features based on the WELL Building Standard, addressing key areas such as air and water quality, lighting, thermal comfort, and physical fitness.
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Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Britain will study whether the use of Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug can get people back into work and help tackle the high rate of long-term sickness that has become a major drag on the economy. Health minister Wes Streeting predicted the use of the drug — a competitor to Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic — could help transform the health of the nation, after Lilly announced a 279 million pound ($365.4 million) investment in Britain as part of a flagship summit hosted by Prime Minister Keir Star
Success
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Carolina GarcÃa Jayaram, who’s among the 1% of philanthropic Latino leaders, is an unstoppable force in the nonprofit sector. As founding CEO of the Elevate Prize Foundation , her core belief in the power of activism to create positive movements in our society propelled her to pursue an altruistic career. With over two decades of experience operating nonprofits, she focuses on helping community members and leaders with mentorship, strategic planning, fundraising and more.
Tips From T. Marie
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Imagine you’re a woman over 50 with years of experience, wisdom that comes from decades of navigating work and life, and yet… the job market treats you like an outdated app that no one wants to download. Sound familiar? Unfortunately, ageism in the workplace is alive and kicking, and if you’re a woman, the double whammy of ageism and sexism can feel like a one-two punch.
Success
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Convenience store chain 7-Eleven is planning to close 444 outlets across North America due to a significant rise in underperforming establishments. These closures are a part of a broader growth strategy at 7-Eleven, with the company expected to achieve a $30 million increase in operating income this year as a result, according to Restaurant Business.
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.
Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Workspace Group PLC reported a decline in like-for-like occupancy for the second quarter, attributing the drop to an increased rate of customer turnover. For the quarter ending Sept. 30, the London-based flexible workspace provider secured 296 new lettings, amounting to an annual rental value of £7.4 million. In the first half of the year, new lettings reached 603, totaling £15.8 million in annual rental value, according to Morning Star.
Karen Vivarelli
OCTOBER 15, 2024
POV: You’re a Coach who decided to embrace AI instead of fearing it It’s time to kick that fear to the curb and get curious about AI! Another thing to learn? Yes. You’re trying to embrace the new tech, but it’s all new? Yes. Can it feel intimidating and scary? Yes. But AI is revolutionising everything in a good way (you’re already using it more than you realise).
Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Flexible workspace provider WeWork has announced the launch of its Coworking Partner Network, aimed at offering more options to its members through partnerships with third-party workspaces. The initiative kicks off with a collaboration with Vast Coworking Group — the largest privately-owned franchisor of coworking spaces — expanding WeWork’s reach into suburban markets.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 15, 2024
More than two-thirds of UK adults believe that retiring in their 60s will soon be a thing of the past, according to new research from Canada Life. The findings, released in the company’s inaugural Life100+ report [promotional content], claims to highlight shifting expectations as people prepare for longer lifespans, with retirement plans and financial security becoming major concerns.
Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP
The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.
Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
British employers warned on Tuesday of a hit to hiring if finance minister Rachel Reeves increases their social security costs in her first budget on Oct. 30. Reeves needs to raise billions of pounds to fund more spending on public services, and on Monday she declined to rule out raising the national insurance contributions (NICs) that businesses must pay.
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