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Pawsitivity at Work: Perks & Pitfalls Of Creating Pet-Friendly Coworking Spaces

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Introducing a pet-friendly policy to your coworking space isn’t just about accommodating pets; it’s about enhancing the entire shared experience. Research indicates that the mere presence of animals is linked to stress reduction and positively influences mental health. There are seven major advantages.

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

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They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes should possess a written-out document retention policy. Such action raises concern about cover-ups.

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Hefty fine for Amazon has implications for employee surveillance policy

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The regulator was particularly concerned with employee surveillance practices that it deemed to be at odds with workers’ rights in relation to health and safety, as well as regarding the protection of their personal and private lives. All companies must consider whether it is legally sound and justifiable to be monitoring staff.

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Why ‘Hush Trips’ Could Be The Biggest Travel Trend For Remote Workers in 2023

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The worker told Business Insider that his trip had a positive effect on his mental and physical health — something that led to a promotion in his leadership role. The post Why ‘Hush Trips’ Could Be The Biggest Travel Trend For Remote Workers in 2023 appeared first on Allwork.Space.

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Employers Beware: There Are Rising Legal Risks Of Rigid RTO Policies

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The insistence of employers on a full return to the office, without considering individual circumstances, could lead to a surge in legal issues — particularly discrimination claims. Are employers walking into a legal storm by enforcing rigid return-to-office (RTO) mandates? In a lawsuit against Electric Boat Corp.,

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These Are the Accommodations Working Parents Want Most From Their Employers

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The organization aims to improve family-friendly policies and reports that two-thirds of children under age 6 have both parents in the workforce. This is a key signal to companies that implementing these policies is of the utmost importance for attracting and retaining top talent in order to drive business growth.”

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Should Flexible Working Be A Right, And Not Just A Privilege?

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The debate between want and need To begin with, flexible working can contribute to a better work-life balance, which is a significant factor in mental health and overall well-being. On the issue of rights versus privileges, rights are typically associated with fundamental human needs and societal standards, and are often legally protected.