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The Current State of Staffing in the U.S.

The Receptionist

The pandemic threw quite a wrench in everyone’s plans for the better part of three years. In February 2020, the economy was on a steady upward trend , and major job losses from the Great Recession of 2008 had long since been recovered. Low unemployment, interest rates, and inflation helped contribute to the longest economic expansion on record. Then the COVID-19 pandemic came to the U.S., effectively shutting down the entire nation and, as a result, the economy.

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The State of AI in Cybersecurity 2023: The Good News — and Some Ongoing Challenges

Spiceworks

Discover the promising impact of AI in cybersecurity, with top performers showcasing reduced data exposure and system downtime. The post The State of AI in Cybersecurity 2023: The Good News — and Some Ongoing Challenges appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Getting ahead in the cloud

McKensey

There is $3 trillion worth of business value at stake for companies that successfully use cloud technology—yet many are still in a fog. Here’s a clear path toward cloud adoption.

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Backlinks: The Competitive Edge for Marketers in the Age of AI

Spiceworks

Master the art of quality backlinks with generative AI to stay ahead in the digital race! The post Backlinks: The Competitive Edge for Marketers in the Age of AI appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Embrace the Power of Positivity With These Top Gratitude Meditations

Success

Thankfulness plays powerful, self-affirming roles in our lives. Our favorite quotes of simple appreciation inspire us, and reflecting on the good in our lives builds mindfulness and a sense of well-being. For many, gratitude meditation serves as a fulfilling way to build upon this mentality of giving thanks. But what are the benefits of this practice?

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AI’s Impact on Cloud-native at KubeCon 2023

Spiceworks

Discover the future of cloud-native at KubeCon 2023, shaping the industry’s present and tomorrow. The post AI’s Impact on Cloud-native at KubeCon 2023 appeared first on Spiceworks.

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The Drug Taper Paradox

Mad in America

M y wife J.A. was on the couch in the living room crying and writhing in agony. It was the late summer or early fall of 2014 and I had no idea what to do. I called her then-psychiatrist and explained that I was worried for her safety. “How many clonazepam do you have?” he asked me. J.A. had been taking a 1 mg tablet of the benzodiazepine every night at bedtime for sleep.

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Waste not: Unlocking the potential of waste heat recovery

McKensey

Waste heat recovery can help industrial companies curb emissions, but this potential is largely untapped. Now is the time to turn waste heat into profit.

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API Security Trends and Projections for 2024

Spiceworks

Prepare for evolving threats with comprehensive measures and proactive vigilance. The post API Security Trends and Projections for 2024 appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Microsoft 365 Backup for OneDrive, SharePoint, and Exchange  

AdminDroid

In a world where data disasters strike without warning, waiting for months to restore critical business data is a luxury none of us can afford. Enter Microsoft 365 Backup—the ultimate ally in swiftly securing and recovering your vital business information. Microsoft 365 Backup is not just a solution; with unmatched speed and a user-friendly interface, it ensures not just recovery but a rapid return to business as usual.

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Leveraging Gen AI on Structured Enterprise Data

Spiceworks

Discover the future of business intelligence and the transformative power of generative AI in data analysis. The post Leveraging Gen AI on Structured Enterprise Data appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Katie Blomquist’s Nonprofit, Going Places, Ensures Kids Living Below the Poverty Line Can Go the Distance

Success

Going Places is one of five nonprofit organizations SUCCESS magazine is spotlighting during the week of Giving Tuesday. Early in November, we posted on our social media accounts asking followers to nominate a charity they felt was making an impact in their communities. We tallied up the nominations and are pleased to highlight the hard work these organizations are doing behind the scenes to better the lives of others.

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AWS re:Invent 2023: Amazon Intros New AI and General-Purpose Chips

Spiceworks

Amazon introduced Trainium2 for AI training and inferencing, and Graviton4 general-purpose computing at AWS re:Invent 2023. The post AWS re:Invent 2023: Amazon Intros New AI and General-Purpose Chips appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Conflict happens. Here’s how to get better at dealing with it

Work Life

Whether it’s a colleague who continuously oversteps their bounds or a boss who disagrees on how tasks should be performed, even a company with a great culture will experience internal conflicts from time to time. According to 2023 research from the management software platform ZipDo, 85% of employees experience conflict in the workplace, resulting in an annual cost to businesses of $359 billion.

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The State of AI in Cybersecurity 2023: The Good News — and Some Ongoing Challenges

Spiceworks

Discover the promising impact of AI in cybersecurity, with top performers showcasing reduced data exposure and system downtime. The post The State of AI in Cybersecurity 2023: The Good News — and Some Ongoing Challenges appeared first on Spiceworks.

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How to speak with authority in any presentation

Work Life

During my communications training workshops, always ask what skill people plan to use right away to get their point across. Invariably, people talk about skills which can help them form stronger statements that support their key points. In my experience, the most valuable skill to do so is the ability to speak with authority. This is something I learned from a client who was a brand manager at Procter & Gamble.

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AI in 2024: Leaders’ Responses and Chatbot Improvements

Spiceworks

Navigating AI: Leaders, Data, and the Chatbot Evolution The post AI in 2024: Leaders’ Responses and Chatbot Improvements appeared first on Spiceworks.

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How to Volunteer Abroad (and Great Organizations to Explore)

Success

Volunteering abroad allows you to make a difference—all while traveling and exploring a new locale. The experience is particularly ideal for between jobs, gap years and post-graduation—and even during spring break. And program options to volunteer abroad abound: You can visit just about any country in the world, and there are all sorts of ways to do good, including conservation, community building, education and more.

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Google Chrome Patches Actively Exploited Critical Zero-Day Vulnerability

Spiceworks

The flaw results from an integer overflow flaw in the Skia open-source graphics library. The post Google Chrome Patches Actively Exploited Critical Zero-Day Vulnerability appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Meeting Introduction Examples: The Power of First Impressions

Fellow

What do a flustered host, the lack of a meeting agenda, and confused employees all have in common? They all indicate that a meeting is off to a bad start. We’ve all attended meetings where we knew from the start that our time would be wasted. For a meeting to be productive , it must be organized, have a clear purpose, and have a prepared agenda. If you regularly lead team sessions or one-on-ones, or you may need to host a meeting sometime soon, it’s important to learn how to introduce yourself

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A new way to think about work for 2024

Work Life

Here’s a question that’s been keeping me up at night: What if our most productive selves are not when we’re churning through email, on Zoom, or at the whiteboard? Instead, what if our productivity is enhanced when we step away from the computer, the desk, and traditionally defined workplaces? What if delving into activity that activates our brain’s default mode network is the place to be?

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How businesses can enable sustainable, inclusive growth

McKensey

Kweilin Ellingrud, senior partner and McKinsey Global Institute director, discusses the role businesses can play to contribute to sustainable and inclusive growth.

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Arkin Holdings Offices – Herzliya

Office Snapshots

Shirli Zamir Design Studio designed the Arkin Holdings offices with natural materials throughout the space in Herzliya, Israel. Arkin Holdings is an Israeli investment firm that focuses on supporting innovative technology companies in the fields of pharma, biotechnology, medical devices, and digital health. The company is committed to creating synergistic investments in the life sciences sector that promote advancements in medical treatment and benefit humanity.

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Forging a new era for Asia

McKensey

Asia is at a crossroads—today’s cluster of disruptions have the region at the epicenter. Senior partner and Asia Chairman, Gautam Kumra, discusses its implications on businesses in Asia and beyond.

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Revolutionizing Employee Well-being with a Comprehensive Occupational Health Platform

Wellics

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the workplace landscape has been reshaped, forever altered by the digital revolution and the rise of remote and hybrid work arrangements. This seismic shift has brought to the forefront a critical yet often overlooked aspect of corporate success: employee well-being.

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What does it take to be a great CEO?

McKensey

Joydeep Sengupta, senior partner in McKinsey’s Singapore office, shares more on which changes to the global business environment have most affected CEO priorities.

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VMLY&R Offices – Bogota

Office Snapshots

Contract Workplaces was tasked to deliver an updated and lively space for the VMLY&R offices in Bogotá, Colombia. VMLY&R, a renowned marketing agency (and a member of WPP), needed to upgrade their offices in the Naos building in Bogotá to adapt them to the ongoing transformation in their brand image, which was shifting to a fresher, younger, disruptive approach, aimed at reaching new markets and improving user experience.

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Impacts of climate change on Black populations in the United States

McKensey

Explore how extreme weather can put the prospect of Black livelihood, well-being, and socioeconomic mobility at greater risk.

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Generative AI will hollow out many middle class roles over the next decade

Workplace Insight

Generative AI will have a much greater impact on white collar roles than blue collar ones over the next 10 years, according to a new report from Pearson. In at least ten white collar roles, more than 35 percent of tasks could be done by AI, with medical secretaries (41 percent) predicted to be the most impacted. Conversely, every of one of the top 10 least impacted are classed as blue collar, revealing launderers, dry cleaners and pressers (0 percent) as the UK’s most AI-proof job.

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How can Korea update its economic model for continued growth?

McKensey

Seungheon Song, managing partner of McKinsey’s Korea office, elaborates on the opportunities Korean companies have to propel their country’s economy forward.

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Industry: the art of working from anywhere

Workplace Insight

Walking into Bristol-based artist Gail Reid’s studio, I literally stopped in my tracks! There it was a painting of everything I had been researching and writing about with workplace strategist Chris Kane for our book “Where Is My Office?” both pre-and post-pandemic. Gail, was a Semi-Finalist in this year’s Sky Art’s Portrait Artist Of The Year – alas she didn’t make the final – although she impressed everyone with her talent and charisma.

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How will Asia’s changing demographics impact societies and healthcare?

McKensey

Jin Wang, senior partner in McKinsey’s Shenzhen office, shares more on the opportunities that lie in building a more inclusive workforce.

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Enhancing Patient Experience through Staff Wellbeing & Tech: Becker’s Hospital Review Webinar Insights 

Virgin Pulse Corporate Wellness

In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, improving the patient experience is one of the top priorities for healthcare leaders – and the secret to achieving this may lie in prioritizing staff wellbeing.  In a recent Becker’s Hospital Review webinar, leaders from healthcare, health systems, and hospitals came together to discuss the profound impact of internal culture on patient experience, with a keen focus on staff wellbeing.

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What are the challenges facing Korea today?

McKensey

Richard Lee, senior partner in McKinsey’s Seoul office, talks us through the opportunities Korea has to achieve its next S-curve.

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Tap into the older market, grow your business, and make the world a better place.

Ruby

In a seemingly youth-driven culture, older adults have significant spending power. According to McKinsey , people over 60 will contribute more than 40 percent of consumption growth in housing, transport, and entertainment—and that’s just in the United States. But despite the potential of the newly coined “silver economy,” businesses often neglect the needs and preferences of shoppers over 50.

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SSP on Hogan’s Competency Evaluation Tool (CET)

Business Psych Blog

Stephanie Rosenik, Group Director of Capability at leading food & beverage provider, SSP, explains how the Hogan CET shaped and refined their competency framework. The post SSP on Hogan’s Competency Evaluation Tool (CET) appeared first on Psychological Consultancy (PCL).