Mon.Nov 14, 2022

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Does Returning to the Office Help Diversity?

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Black, Hispanic and female job seekers are more likely to apply — and get hired — in remote jobs, compared to in-person roles, according to a November 2022 study by LinkedIn. . Extensive research shows that improving diversity boosts both decision-making and financial performance. . Companies need to train staff — and especially managers — to conduct remote and hybrid meetings in a way that’s sensitive to diversity concerns. .

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How to Be a Better Thinker, Innovator and Problem Solver

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Cogs replaced hands, so to speak, during the U.S. Industrial Revolution, when businesses rushed to automate manual tasks. Now the technology rush is removing the cogs as we hurry to replace people with automated systems. With true artificial intelligence not too far away, the trend for less human involvement is set to continue into the future. So it makes sense that business is evolving too, moving from a “doing” model to a “thinking” model.

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Owl Labs Secures $25 Million To Expand Immersive Virtual Meeting Tools

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Video conferencing solutions company Owl Labs has unveiled the details of its most recent investment round that includes a new partnership. . The company received $25 million led by HP Tech Ventures, as well as a partnership with the iconic IT company in the Series C funding round. As part of the investment, the company’s total funding has surpassed $47 million. .

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The 10 Best Books for Relationships

Success

Relationships take work even when they’re going well, but what about when they’re not? How do we forge relationships when people only seem to be becoming more distant? How do we make our relationships not only deeper, but more long-lasting ? Take a look at these 10 books on relationships and discover how to do anything from cultivating new ones to improving—or pruning—the ones you have. 1.

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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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THRIVE Coworking Joins Global Coworking Coalition

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Connection is one of the foundational characteristics of coworking spaces , and The League of Extraordinary Coworking Spaces (LExC) is helping operators nurture this critical component. . Today, THRIVE Coworking joined the coalition of over 100 coworking spaces around the world, giving members access to a variety of workspaces across 60 countries. .

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Mentorships Are Going Both Ways Thanks To Insightful Young Workers

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Mentoring typically involves a seasoned professional showing bright-eyed workers the ropes. However, new hires may also provide senior executives with critical insight for business longevity. . Called reverse mentoring, this concept involves younger workers providing their take on the world to their new managers. Because these digital natives grew up with modern tools at their disposal, an understanding of how to nurture culture and know what to expect from their fellow young workers, busin

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Major new report offers snapshot of hybrid and remote work debate in the US

Workplace Insight

Owl Labs and Global Workplace Analytics have just released their sixth annual State of Remote Work report. Based on a survey of over 2,300 full-time workers across the United States, the report reveals the latest trends and perspectives on a range of issues from remote work and hybrid work, trust, intent to move, training offered, workplace redesign, intent and reasons for quitting, technology needs, employee surveillance, the 4-day workweek, and more.

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Amazon Is The Latest Company To Lean On Massive Layoffs

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Even the world’s largest ecommerce company isn’t immune to disappointing sales — and its turning to layoffs for relief. . Amazon will fire around 10,000 corporate and technology employees as soon as this week, according to a report from The New York Times. . Layoffs will largely impact the company’s devices division, which includes those working with the Alexa voice assistant.

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An Interview with Eric Chapman, Winner of the 2022 Boston Colleen Barrett Award

Admin Awards

An Interview with Eric Chapman, Executive Assistant, Pan Communications and Winner of the 2022 Greater Boston Admin Awards Colleen Barrett Award for Administrative Excellence. Insert Interview Questions here.

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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.

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WeWork’s New Line Of Offices Provides Exclusivity And Flexibility

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WeWork is banking on its corporate-focused future by introducing a new line of workspaces. . In an effort to accommodate growing demand for flexibility from corporations, WeWork will launch WeWork Office Suites. Through this new offering, the operator will provide members with access to more private executive suites and a branded environment, while still offering lease flexibility. .

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6 Types of Meetings and How to Use Them Successfully

Jen Lawrence

Let’s get honest – most of us are tired of meetings because they seem pointless. However, when leveraged correctly, meetings can be a powerful tool for feeling connected, driving fruitful collaboration, and achieving goals. Start by understanding the six main types of meetings and then scheduling them at a thoughtful cadence. One-on-One. Don’t wait until these are needed.

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Jay Suites Signs Deal To Open A Coworking And Events Space In Midtown South

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Coworking operators are continuing to ride off post-pandemic demand for flexibility. . Jay Suites is the latest company to open a new location, this time in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. The 60,000 square foot lease will mark Jay Suites’ tenth location and feature both coworking and event space amenities. . The new location is situated on 159 West 25th Street, a 102,500 square foot building in Midtown South, which cofounder Juda Srour says the company got for a solid deal.

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