McKensey

APRIL 7, 2025

Low advancement rates have hindered womens careers. To make up ground, they can hone their entrepreneurial and soft skills and build a network of mentors and sponsors.

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Attendance Bot

APRIL 7, 2025

For HR managers and People Ops leaders, the pressure is real: deliver higher output with the same headcountor less. Leadership is pushing for performance gains, but on the ground, you’re seeing signs of fatigue. Team members are working longer hours, yet the results dont add up. Productivity is stalling, morale is dipping, and burnout is creeping in.

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McKensey

APRIL 7, 2025

Jorma Rauhala, president and CEO of Kesko Corporation, reveals the success factors of Keskos data and AI journey.

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Sarah Levitt

APRIL 7, 2025

On May 6th at 11am ET Im hosting a 45 minute, cost-free webinar: Big Work: Creating a Fantastic and Fulfilling Next Act. This is the only cost-free webinar Im offering in 2025.

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Speaker: Frank Taliano

Document-heavy workflows slow down productivity, bury institutional knowledge, and drain resources. But with the right AI implementation, these inefficiencies become opportunities for transformation. So how do you identify where to start and how to succeed? Learn how to develop a clear, practical roadmap for leveraging AI to streamline processes, automate knowledge work, and unlock real operational gains.

Planning

McKensey

APRIL 7, 2025

According to Maniele Tasca, general manager of Selex Gruppo Commerciale, recognizing regional differences is a key success factor in Italian grocery.

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Success

APRIL 7, 2025

When Jatee Kearsley spent four months eating her way through Paris in 2021, she had no idea just how far her life adventures would take her. Though she and a friend visited the city with the express purpose of understanding the history of French pastries and the processes by which theyre crafted, she couldnt have known that, two years later, shed have her own patisserie.

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Work Life

APRIL 7, 2025

Its no secret: Landing a job in todays economy can feel overwhelmingly difficult. Qualified candidates regularly apply to hundredssometimes even thousandsof positions before receiving that one coveted offer. In fact, over half of unemployed job seekers have been searching for four months or longer, highlighting how competitive the market has become.

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McKensey

APRIL 7, 2025

Demand for military and commercial vessels is outpacing supply. Private equity investments that improve shipyard efficiency could boost production and help nations meet their security requirements.

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Work Life

APRIL 7, 2025

According to the latest Gallup State of the Workplace report, employees are seeking new jobs at the highest level since 2015. This trend has been coined The Great Detachment. A key reason for this is increasing employee dissatisfaction with management. For instance, Gallups research shows that those who work in companies withbad management practicesare nearly 60% more likely to be stressed , and stress is the second most-cited factor influencing employees’ decisions to quit.

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McKensey

APRIL 7, 2025

CEO Marit van Egmond shares her recipe for Albert Heijns success and what she expects to drive the market in the years to come.

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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.

Technology

Work Life

APRIL 7, 2025

When my emergency IAR app sounds at 3 a.m., theres no room for ego, second-guessing, or hesitation. In that critical moment, all that matters is trust, teamwork, and execution. While I have spent decades in the corporate world, some of my most valuable leadership lessons have come from my experience as a volunteer EMS first responder. In the field, when Im assisting in a life-threatening trauma situation or responding to a car accident, leadership is put to the test under extreme pressure.

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McKensey

APRIL 7, 2025

Jitse Groen, CEO and founder of Just Eat Takeaway.com, talks shop about the evolution and the economics of grocery delivery in Europe.

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Work Life

APRIL 7, 2025

Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! Im Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yoursel f every Monday morning.

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Wellness 360

APRIL 7, 2025

Effective communication is vital for high-performance, and communication games for teams are a great way to enhance it.These interactive activities go beyond just talkingthey spark collaboration, sharpen listening skills, and build trust in a fun and dynamic way. Whether your team is remote or in-office, these games help break down barriers, boost morale, and create […] The post 18 Engaging Communication Games for Teams in 2025 appeared first on Wellness360 Blog.

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Work Life

APRIL 7, 2025

When deciding if something is worth the effort, whether youve already exerted yourself or face the prospect of work, changes your calculus. Thats what we found in our new research, published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General. When you consider a future effort, more work makes the outcome less appealing. But once youve completed the work, more effort makes the outcome seem more valuable.

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Wellness 360

APRIL 7, 2025

Imagine a workplace where deadlines feel like challenges to conquer, training feels like an adventure, and employees are genuinely excited to participate. Thats the power of gamification in the workplacea strategy that transforms routine tasks into engaging experiences through rewards, competition, and interactive elements. From boosting productivity to enhancing teamwork and motivation, gamification is revolutionizing […] The post Understanding Gamification in the Workplace: Benefits 

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Work Life

APRIL 7, 2025

The first few weeks of working for a new boss are exciting. Youre ready to jump in, hopeful for growth opportunities, and eager to please. Your boss is enthusiastic, too, likely welcoming you with open arms, setting up 1-1s, and taking a keen interest in your professional development. You both want to make a great impression on each other. Yet, as the new job glow wears off, you may find yourself confused by how quickly your bosss attention vanishes.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 7, 2025

Nearly one in three British workers who have requested flexible working say their request was refused because of employer fears about their productivity, despite nearly seven in 10 (68 percent) workers believing they would be more productive if they worked flexibly by having control over their working hours and location of work, a new survey claims.

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Total Wellness

APRIL 7, 2025

Spring is here. And its time to breathe fresh energy into your workplace! Time to shake off those winter blahs and breathe some fresh energy into your workday. No more office hibernation vibes were talkin sunshine, laughter, and maybe even a hula hoop or two. Yep. Were bringing recess back. Who says recess is just for kids? Its time to bring back the joy of mid-day breaks with a grown-up twist.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 7, 2025

Nearly half of all companies across the UK are scaling back recruitment plans because of the hike in employers National Insurance which comes into effect on April 6th, according to a new poll by Reed. The survey found that 46 per cent of firms said that recruitment decisions would be impacted due to the tax increase, with many reporting that they were already not hiring or postponing recruitment.

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Office Snapshots

APRIL 7, 2025

Sage, a leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technologies, set out to transform its global office spaces into vibrant hubs designed for hybrid work. The new 18,000-square-foot, two-floor Vancouver headquarters embodies this vision, redefining modern workplace design with a focus on innovation, inclusivity, and adaptability. The design reflects Sages hybrid-first approach, balancing spaces for collaboration, focused work, and employee well-being.

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Halo Psych

APRIL 7, 2025

Youve recently taken on another team. Its been a couple of months, and youve spotted some issues namely that there are a few people in the team who are either underperforming, or who have a questionable attitude. Here are some of the things youve experienced which is ringing alarm bells: Undermining you on decisions Ignoring your requests Passive-aggressive behaviour Argumentative behaviour, including in front of other people If this resonates with you, then just know youre not alone.

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Office Snapshots

APRIL 7, 2025

The Houston studio of Perkins&Wills move to the 19th floor of a historic downtown Houston building represents a strategic foray into a new way of working. Empowering this shift is the new offices design, which pivots on an adaptable work model that embraces different perspectives. Forgoing assigned seating, each user is free to choose from work settings that best support their needs.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 7, 2025

Many UK employers are continuing to struggle to fill vacancies, with new research revealing a sharp disconnect between candidate expectations and employer requirements. A recent poll by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) claims to shed light on why so many applications are being rejected despite a strong demand for workers across key industries.

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Office Snapshots

APRIL 7, 2025

Following two decades at their Holborn headquarters, Thames & Hudson embarked on an ambitious relocation to the vibrant city fringes of London, selecting a 16,000 sq. ft. space in the former Gagosian Gallery at Kings Cross. We had previously transformed the space, alongside Stanton Williams into a stunning CAT A office space with polished concrete floors, timber-lined mezzanines, and exposed services.

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