Spiceworks
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation and the U.K.’s National Crime Agency together have taken down infrastructure related to the LockBit ransomware syndicate. Learn more about the operation. The post International Law Enforcement Effort Disrupts LockBit Ransomware appeared first on Spiceworks.
Workplace Insight
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Gulliver’s Travels is one of those books we assume we know. But what we tend to recall is some stuff about Lilliput, giants, talking horses and possibly something about scientists trying to extract sunbeams from cucumbers. It’s really about one man’s descent into disillusion with the human race. It is acerbic, occasionally tediously detailed, and offers insight into some aspects of the human condition, which makes it timeless.
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Spiceworks
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Meta has warned that eight spyware companies based in the UAE, Italy, and Spain are conducting surveillance for hire services against iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Find out more about this report. The post Spyware Firms Targeting Windows, Android, and iOS Warns Meta appeared first on Spiceworks.
McKensey
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.
Spiceworks
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Wireless camera and smart home appliance maker Wyze confirmed that 13,000 people using its security cameras could see images from a stranger’s camera feed. The recent security gaffe is not the first time Wyze has been in the throes of cybersecurity-related criticism, one of which led to a class-action lawsuit. Find out more. The post Wyze Camera Device ID and User ID Mix-Up Turns 13K Customers Inadvertent Stalkers appeared first on Spiceworks.
Mad in America
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness surrounding the adverse long-term effects of antidepressants, particularly concerning treatment-emergent sexual dysfunction (TESD). A new study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders Reports sheds light on this issue, offering insights from patients diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) who have experienced antidepressant treatment.
Spiceworks
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
With a plethora of digital channels available and advancements in technologies, more customers are expecting Starbucks or Amazon-like experiences from companies. Learn about the key pillars of delivering top-notch digital experiences to customers. The post 4 Pillars of Best-In-Class Digital Experience Programs appeared first on Spiceworks.
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Workplace Insight
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
A new poll from healthcare provider Benenden Health claims that women in the UK miss an average of nine days of work a year due to health issues, exacerbated by a lack of appropriate healthcare support for female workers. The survey also suggest that four in ten (42 percent) have heard derogatory comments about a female employee’s health in the workplace, often around them taking time off work, being difficult to work with or not able to do their job properly.
McKensey
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Will 2024 launch a bright new era for M&A? Anticipating what could be an inflection point, many dealmakers are preparing for a surge—and new market requirements—in the year ahead.
Work Life
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Have you ever achieved a major goal at work, only to find yourself wondering, “Do I even want this anymore?” This may be a mid-career identity crisis, a common experience for leaders who are near the pinnacle of professional success. The good news is that you can prepare for this moment, and maybe even avoid it altogether. Here are 5 ways to do so, with some practical tips from leaders who have been there.
Workplace Insight
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
One in five neurodivergent employees have experienced harassment or discrimination at work because of their neurodivergence, according to new research from the CIPD, working with corporate neuroinclusion training specialists Uptimize. Neurodiversity refers to natural differences in human brain function and behavioural traits. It’s estimated that as many as 20 percent of people may be neurodivergent in some way, an umbrella term that can include those with autism, dyslexia, or ADHD.
Success
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
For some, shining attention on the international burnout rates for employees caused a cascade of workplace environment changes. Bosses had to look long and hard at the culture they’d built and make a variety of decisions—including if a caregiver would be penalized for heading out of work a little early, if a team member could do the same job remotely and whether the end of “hustle” culture would mean a decline in profits.
McKensey
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
The much-coveted CEO role is the pinnacle for many talented senior executives. Developing certain attributes can help them get there—and leave a legacy.
Work Life
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Just over two years ago, the New York City Council passed a bill that would require most employers in the city to include salary information on all job postings, an effort to mitigate persistent pay disparities that often have an outsize impact on women and people of color. The law was met with swift pushback from corporate leaders and HR professionals, whose hand-wringing led lawmakers to revise the language of the bill and delay enforcement by nearly six months, until November 2022.
McKensey
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
New business building is becoming a top priority for CEOs, often in response to changing consumer demands. How can companies navigate the complexities to achieve scale?
Work Life
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Leadership may be more difficult and yet more important than ever. In a world that is increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous, leaders are integral to creating experiences where people can thrive and organizations can generate great results. Trust is key to this process. When people trust their leaders, they’re more likely to give their best effort, contribute to a positive culture, and stay with an organization.
Office Snapshots
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Hitachi Vantara is located at Suntec City, an iconic integrated development at the heart of the Marina Centre precinct. To conceptualise a new design concept for their office space, Hitachi Vantara engaged SCA to create a space that not only reflects their company’s vision and aspirations but also serves to inspire and motivate their staff. SCA drew inspiration from the infinity symbol to form a looping flow and designed the space around how people move while also maximising opportunities to bui
McKensey
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Eric Hazan, a senior partner based in Paris, believes Europe's deep talent pool, along with its track record of collaboration on complex challenges can help it win the race for gen AI.
Office Snapshots
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Udesign Architecture designed a 1,600 m2 office space in Kocaeli for Duraline Aluminum, which operates in aluminum and aluminum profile systems in Turkey and around the world. Drawing on our global expertise in design and execution, we offered the brand a workspace that balances functionality and well-being. Our new design concept ‘Fluidity’ unites the company’s ambition and aspirations to create a transformative workplace that supports people, culture and future growth.
Mad in America
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
A s a teacher in the public school system I encountered the following kind of student in each of my classes. They were usually wont to ignore my instructions; they would lose their notebook or writing utensil; fail to complete their classwork and forget their unattempted homework at home; avoid beginning any task I gave them by concocting a much more urgent assignment for themselves like needing to organize all the papers in their bag; and they’d space out on a window or painting, or more often
Office Snapshots
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
The design of Revlon’s offices in Mexico City focuses on creating a personalized workspace, adapting to the trends of flexibility and remote work to optimize corporate space. The emphasis was on prioritizing user well-being, balancing remote work with the need for spaces that foster corporate identity and community. The scheme is divided into three areas: one for permanent staff with privileged views, another for flexible personnel focused on collaboration, and a third for private meetings
Mad in America
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
From The Guardian : “Fewer people with ‘mental illnesses’ would endure the trauma of being sectioned if advance choice documents – setting out a treatment plan while they are well – were included in Mental Health Act reforms, a leading psychiatrist has said. Advance choice documents are the only proven way to reduce the number of people detained under the Mental Health Act in England and Wales, which is one of the reforms’ core objectives, said Dr Lade Smith, the president of t
Halo Psych
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
5 minute read First off, you might be wondering why I’ve put the word syndrome in apostrophes? It’s because the phrase impostor syndrome isn’t the correct one. I know, right?! For years, I also used the term ‘impostor syndrome’ but then when I started my doctoral studies, I came across the original 1978 research. In it, Drs Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes, referred to it as impostor phenomenon.
I/O at Work
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Expectations to stay connected to work after hours seem to be increasing. However, new research explores the downside to this approach and demonstrates how it can negatively impact employees.
Workplace Insight
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Leaders who are not present during a time of organisational crisis increase workers’ stress levels and the likelihood of them burning out, according to new research from a number of UK business schools, including Durham University Business School. The researchers show that when leaders are absent it creates a more toxic workplace, turning workers against management, as well as increasing workers’ stress, levels of absence and even turnover.
Quantum Workplace
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Employee goals are the heartbeat of successful performance management. Goals help align employees with your organization’s mission and vision. They help employees understand how their work fits into the big picture of the organization. And they help keep performance review conversations focused and objective. Setting performance goals isn't just about ticking boxes; it's about charting a course from today's potential to tomorrow's achievements, both for individuals and the companies they power.
Workplace Insight
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
While a large body of previous research suggests that workers who express anger are judged to be competent and hold a high status—resulting in more power and money—a new study by Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) and Princeton University researchers debunks this consensus. In a new study published in Frontiers in Social Psychology , the researchers revisited these claims in U.S. experiments using similar methods as in previous work.
Zevo Health
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
How to prevent employee burnout is becoming more difficult as more people are feeling tired and lonely at work. According to Harvard Business Review, employee burnout has increased by more than 30% in the past two decades and 50% of people say they are often or always exhausted due to work. The same research shows that burnout isn’t just a problem for certain high-pressure careers, it’s a pervasive problem seen across all industries and at all levels of the corporate hierarchy.
Workplace Insight
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Research from ClickUp claims to reveal the crucial role that middle managers play in driving productivity. The study found that 81 percent of knowledge workers who responded to the survey think that middle managers, defined as those below top level management and typically in charge of departments or groups, are the people most responsible for driving team productivity, with 68 percent rating the middle managers they work with as very or extremely effective.
Sarah Levitt
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
By raising the bar, Or changing the responsibilities of a role, Or simply promoting someone, But aren’t explicit about where those posts reside, then you can’t hold someone responsible for not meeting expectations.
Workplace Insight
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
The so-called Big Four consultancy firms risk increasing their employee turnover and drastically lowering their retention if they continue monitoring office attendance, says former EY leader and CEO of AM Bank, Dr. Nahla Khaddage Bou-Diab. The intervention follows news that professional services giant Ernst & Young is monitoring UK staff office attendance.
Ruby
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
“Automation” may sound complicated, but it’s actually the opposite. Automation is all about making things easier. And it can be a powerful tool for getting stuff done—especially for a small business. Automation, in basic terms, is just using technology instead of human labor to perform tasks. It’s best used for simple, repetitive, time-consuming tasks, AKA busywork.
Fellow
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
When you’re planning a big-picture project, it’s important to get all your ducks in a row. Implementing a project planning strategy like a workback schedule is a great way to ensure your entire team stays focused and on track. By—you guessed it—working backward to break your project into smaller, more digestible deadlines, you’ll enable your team to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness.
All Things Admin Blog
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
In the world of process improvement, documented procedures help facilitate operational efficiency. Whether it’s scribbled notes or complex digital files, the importance of procedures documentation cannot be overstated. Having procedures in any form is better than having no documented procedures at all. A handwritten procedure is still a documented procedure.
Zevo Health
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
In the vibrant and ever-evolving world of online gaming, where virtual realms come alive and communities thrive, there exists a silent workforce often operating in the shadows – the unsung heroes known as Content Moderators. Behind the scenes, these individuals play a crucial role in ensuring the gaming experience remains enjoyable, safe, and free from disruptive elements.
Work Life
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
The working world is changing, and the future of productivity looks different than in previous generations. Many of us work in the same spaces we live and the constant connectivity enabled by digital technologies (the average knowledge worker checks their email every 6 minutes) has blurred the boundaries between work and personal life. This has led to increased stress, burnout, and mental health deterioration.
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