Allwork
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Coworking spaces have established a new benchmark for flexibility with features such as hot desking and adaptable meeting areas that cater to various work styles, and traditional offices can emulate these models to address employee requirements. Offering a variety of work environments, including comfortable lounges, ergonomic furniture, and designated quiet zones, can improve employee satisfaction.
Tips From T. Marie
OCTOBER 30, 2024
As a small business owner, you’re probably used to wearing many hats—and sometimes a witch’s hat isn’t out of the question! Now that remote work is becoming the norm, keeping everyone connected and avoiding dreaded burnout is a unique challenge. But with a little creativity, you can keep your remote team spirit high without the specter of stress haunting them.
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LEADERASSISTANT.COM
OCTOBER 27, 2024
Stephanie Rubio has partnered with leaders in industries ranging from financial services, to interior design and artificial intelligence. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Stephanie talks about the difference between being a leader in practice and a leader in title. She also talks about intuition and resourcefulness, spotting the gaps, and resisting burnout.
Allwork
OCTOBER 29, 2024
The decline in office occupancy in the U.S. appears to be reversing, with businesses now embracing a return to in-person work culture. Major firms like Amazon and Dell Technologies are leading the charge. Amazon recently mandated that corporate staff return to the office five days a week and is seeking substantial new office space in Manhattan. Meanwhile, Dell requires its global sales team to work full-time from company offices, and 3M’s CEO has signaled an expectation for increased attendance
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
Success
OCTOBER 27, 2024
“That’s not my job” has been a banned phrase in many workplaces, as companies tout the “all on the same team” mindset. Yet Harvard Business Review cites “workload” as one of the top six causes of burnout and emphasizes the importance of balancing rest, relaxation and workload as the key to workplace success. Setting work boundaries improves quality and output, yet many employees find themselves in company environments that not only discourage, but even ban the phrase “that’s not my job.
Office Dynamics
OCTOBER 31, 2024
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Allwork
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Wells Fargo recently terminated over a dozen employees for faking productivity, a practice acknowledged by 37% of employers and 32% of employees. Engaging in fauxductivity can undermine trust, cohesion, and collaboration — culminating in a toxic environment where “busywork” is valued over innovation and creativity. Leaders must prioritize authentic productivity and outcomes by promoting a work culture that motivates employees to engage meaningfully instead of merely appearing busy.
Success
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Apple has unveiled its groundbreaking Apple Intelligence platform to the public, extending its reach across the iPhone, iPad and Mac, and debuting the software with a new sleek, ultra-thin iMac model—the first to feature integrated AI powered by the latest M4 chip. This refresh includes vibrant new color options and enhanced hardware, setting a new standard for AI performance.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 28, 2024
A new report claims that more than a quarter (27 percent) of office workers who work flexibly believe they have missed out on a job promotion or opportunity. Even so, most remote workers say they still wouldn’t want to give up on flexibility. The Work Remastered 2024 survey of 1,000 office workers in the UK and US, carried out by consultancy United Culture claims to highlight a disconnect between what leaders and employees want.
TED Talks
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Seventy-two percent of the world's population lives under some sort of autocratic rule, says freedom fighter Leopoldo Lopez. In a rousing call to defend democracy worldwide, he shares the story of his imprisonment and exile for leading the movement against Venezuela's authoritarian regime — and shares his vision for uniting across borders to champion freedom and stamp out autocracy.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
Allwork
OCTOBER 29, 2024
When employees believe they are constantly being watched, it can create a climate of suspicion that reduces employee motivation and overall job satisfaction across an organization. The potential biases stemming from the analytics produced by these workplace surveillance programs can have a negative impact on employees’ mental well-being — creating an environment where they often feel judged by what they believe is incomplete data.
Success
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
When she made her first appearance on on Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County , a popular MTV reality show in the mid-2000s, Kristin Cavallari was only a teenager. Over the course of the decade that followed, she appeared on a few other reality TV shows, authored an autobiography and a trio of cookbooks (all of which are bestselling), married an NFL quarterback and had three children.
Productivityist
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
In this Flashback Friday episode, I revisit my conversation with Tiago Forte , the visionary behind the “Building a Second Brain” methodology. With his book making waves, and after having attended the Second Brain Summit , it felt like the perfect time to re-share this impactful episode. Tiago has not only been a force in the productivity space but has pioneered a transformative approach to personal knowledge management (PKM) that resonates deeply in our digital age.
TED Talks
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Does AI pose a threat to democracy? Law professor Lawrence Lessig dissects how this emerging technology could influence democratic institutions, warning that we’ve already passed a point (before superintelligence or AGI) that deserves a lot more attention. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at [link] Hosted on Acast.
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Allwork
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Japan’s political parties are promising to raise the minimum wage, a step that may win votes in Sunday’s general election but could squeeze the small and midsize firms that form the backbone of the world’s fourth-largest economy. The wage-hike pledges particularly threaten small businesses, which account for two-thirds of jobs and over half of economic output, as they are already struggling to manage rising costs.
Success
OCTOBER 30, 2024
A new term is bubbling up in corporate America called “conscious unbossing”—a Gen Z phrase that implies younger workers are reluctant to accept a promotion , primarily due to the expected high-stress levels of becoming a boss. The syndrome is evidently impacting young Americans’ professional careers and the companies that need them to take on more workplace responsibility as older workers move up and eventually out of company leadership.
Productivityist
OCTOBER 30, 2024
In this episode, I sit down with Jason Silver , author of Your Grass is Greener: Use What You Have. Get What You Want. At Work and In Life. Jason shares his insights on how to find more happiness in your work by using the skills you already have and how that enjoyment leads to greater productivity. We dive into the book’s structure, which is designed to help you work smarter, find enjoyment without changing jobs, and progress in your career.
TED Talks
OCTOBER 30, 2024
In this whimsical talk and performance, musician and comedian Elle Cordova ponders what happened before the Big Bang. She’s then joined by guitarist Toni Lindgren for the original song “Carl Sagan,” exploring social media, human connection and how we’re all just reaching out like stars in the night sky. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey !
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.
Allwork
OCTOBER 30, 2024
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Success
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
If you find yourself physically and emotionally exhausted and feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. In 2023, 77% of employees in the U.S. experienced stress at work. Pile on the demands of family, friends and romantic relationships, and you’ve got a pressure cooker recipe for mind-body burnout. But creativity may offer a gateway to work-life balance.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Offering a comprehensive employee benefits package is more important than ever, and Drewberry’s 2024 Employee Benefits And Workplace Satisfaction Survey found that a fifth of employees want insurance to protect their loved ones. But with so many products out there, and terms like “Group Income Protection” and “Critical Illness Cover” making many people’s eyes glaze over, it can be hard to determine the right product for your people – and what they really offer.
TED Talks
OCTOBER 29, 2024
In his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," Malcolm Gladwell told the story of why crime fell in New York City in the 1990s. Now, 25 years later, he's back with a confession and a mea culpa: "I was wrong," he says. He shares how his analysis contributed to the rise of the infamous "stop and frisk" policing policy in New York City — and shows why journalists should avoid the trap of imagining a story is ever really over.
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
Allwork
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Money, sex, and politics are obvious taboo topics in the American workplace. But here is one you might not have considered: Grief. If you have ever lost someone close to you — a partner, a parent, a child — and returned to the office, you know how awkward things can get. Just ask Deborah Kearns. The writer from Aurora, Colorado, lost a sister-in-law to pancreatic cancer a couple of years ago, and had helped take care of her in the months before she passed.
Success
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Tony Robbins wisely said, “If you want to take the island, then burn your boats.” In life and business, we all encounter change. Moments in which decisions must be made that can shape our future. We often hesitate in these moments, weighing our options and keeping backup plans to safeguard ourselves from failure. But true success comes from doing the opposite: from burning the boats.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 31, 2024
I’ve been going to Orgatec in Cologne since 1992. It has always been one of the twin global behemoths of office design shows. The other being NeoCon in Chicago. Over that time, I’ve seen it dwindle significantly in size, if not relevance. It is held every two years, which means it can offer a better snapshot of current thinking about offices than an annual show might.
TED Talks
OCTOBER 28, 2024
"Georgia is not heard or seen in the world, and many don't even know the location of the country," says TED Fellow and photographer Daro Sulakauri. Through her striking photographs of life in the shadows of Russian occupation, she uses her camera to create a living archive of her home country and defend against the erasure of its borders, culture and history.
Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street
In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.
Allwork
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Coworking spaces are experiencing significant growth in the U.S., with over 7,500 locations nationwide; cities like Nashville and Indianapolis showed notable increases. While membership pricing for coworking spaces remains mostly stable, some cities like Washington, D.C. offer affordable rates, whereas others like Manhattan are above average. The coworking market is maturing with increased consolidation and strategic partnerships, as well as a trend toward smaller spaces designed to support comm
Success
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Excerpted from The Journey of Leadership: How CEOs Learn to Lead from the Inside Out by Dana Maor, Hans-Werner Kaas, Kurt Strovink, and Ramesh Srinivasan, in agreement with Portfolio, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. Copyright © McKinsey & Company, 2024. It’s an age-old truth that most people like to be recognized and appreciated for their effort.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Last week at Orgatec, many firms continued to repeat the claim that “sitting is the new smoking” in their marketing spiel. There’s something in this. The risks of a sedentary lifestyle include health problems such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Standing desks have been seen as a way to reduce the time people spend sitting while at work as a fix for such health problems.
Productivityist
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
In this Flashback Friday episode, I revisit my conversation with Tiago Forte , the visionary behind the “Building a Second Brain” methodology. With his book making waves, and after having attended the Second Brain Summit , it felt like the perfect time to re-share this impactful episode. Tiago has not only been a force in the productivity space but has pioneered a transformative approach to personal knowledge management (PKM) that resonates deeply in our digital age.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
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