Yarooms

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Importance of the Front Desk in the Office Imagine you walked into an office building or state institution and you just had to wander around for a while trying to find the right office, because there was no one at the front desk to assist you. How would that make you feel? Probably uncomfortable or frustrated. That's why having an efficient and well-managed front desk is crucial for any office or organization.

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Wellable

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Proximity bias: This unconscious preference for remote workers not only leads to unequal career opportunities but also impacts broader workplace dynamics. The post Overcoming Proximity Bias In Hybrid Work Era appeared first on Wellable.

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Insperity

DECEMBER 19, 2023

While workplace dynamics are evolving rapidly, there’s one principle that remains unchanged: A culture of respect is the foundation of any successful organization. Cultivating an environment where team members at all levels show respect for each other fosters collaboration and innovation, boosts morale and enhances overall workplace satisfaction. Keep reading for how leaders can create a workplace where respect isn’t just a policy but a way of life.

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Spiceworks

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Choosing between single or multi-cloud? Consider business needs, SLA, and expertise to find the right strategy. The post How Many Cloud Providers Should You Have? appeared first on Spiceworks.

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McKensey

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Generative AI has the potential to widen the racial economic gap in the United States by $43 billion each year. But deployed thoughtfully, it could actually remove barriers to Black economic mobility.

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Wellable

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Nutrition tracking goes beyond calorie counting and weight loss; it can support an inclusive, holistic approach to employee wellness. The post Wellness Beyond Weight: Modern Role Of Nutrition Tracking appeared first on Wellable.

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Insperity

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In our quickly evolving business landscape, innovation isn’t a luxury but a necessity. This makes fostering intrapreneurship vital for staying competitive and relevant. However, creating a culture where creativity is woven into the very fabric of your organization takes a concerted effort. It all begins with a solid human resources strategy built for cultivating innovation.

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Mad in America

DECEMBER 18, 2023

What happens when you give antipsychotic drugs at the first sign of psychosis? Worse outcomes, according to a new study in Schizophrenia Bulletin Open. Those who did not receive antipsychotics within the first month after being diagnosed with their first episode of psychosis were, on average, almost twice as likely to be in recovery five years later than those who did immediately receive the drugs.

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McKensey

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Elevated interest rates weigh on consumer confidence; central banks hold rates, except in Brazil (down) and Russia (up); inflation subsiding for now and is negative in China; growth subdued in Europe.

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Success

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As a young child, Kathy Abbott spent her summers on Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Her parents were environmental conservationists who helped her to appreciate nature. Abbott also had two aunts who brought her to the Cape beaches and woods. While exploring the natural habitats, her aunts would identify vegetation and animals. These interactions helped Abbott to notice and attune to her environment.

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Spiceworks

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The decision follows the tumultuous temporary sacking of CEO Sam Altman. The post OpenAI Bolsters Team for Artificial Intelligence Safety Oversight appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Mad in America

DECEMBER 21, 2023

A t the end of each year, I like to ask this question of ourselves: Are we fulfilling our mission? Here is our mission statement : Mad in America’s mission is to serve as a catalyst for rethinking psychiatric care in the United States (and abroad). We believe that the current drug-based paradigm of care has failed our society, and that scientific research, as well as the lived experience of those who have been diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder, calls for profound change.

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McKensey

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Macroeconomic, technological, regulatory, market structure, and product changes mean corporate and investment banks must take new approaches to tackling the opportunities and challenges ahead.

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Work Life

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Susan David, PhD, often references the South African greeting she grew up hearing Sawubona, while describing her pioneering work on emotions. It means: “I see you, and by seeing you, I bring you into being.” Then, she shares that we can’t see each other until we see ourselves. “A core part of Sawubona is the idea that when we are disconnected from ourselves—when we push aside our pain—we start to unsee ourselves over time,” she says.

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Spiceworks

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Security, scalability, and API-based integration are vital measures for optimal results. The post 5 Best Practices Essential for Successful Cloud Integration appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Mad in America

DECEMBER 20, 2023

O n the Mad in America podcast this week, we continue our reader Q&A with Mad in America founder Robert Whitaker. In Part 1 , we discussed Mad in America, the biopsychosocial model and the history of psychiatry. For Part 2, we will be covering reader questions on pharmaceutical marketing and issues with psychiatric treatments including psychiatric drugs and electroconvulsive therapy.

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Success

DECEMBER 22, 2023

With technology like artificial intelligence rapidly advancing, it’s hard for companies to stand out in a highly competitive market—but some brands are making profound strides in their industries and shaping consumer and industry expectations along the way. Enter: The SUCCESS top 10 most innovative companies to watch in 2024. They are large and small companies that have us fired up about the cool ways they are innovating and leveraging technology.

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McKensey

DECEMBER 20, 2023

In the race to build new businesses, decision makers often overlook risk management and cybersecurity. We have identified six misconceptions that executives often bring to the table.

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Spiceworks

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Navigating the future of Cloud evolution, geopolitical shifts, and hardware innovation reshape the landscape. The post Navigating the Future of IT: Our Outlook for 2024 appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The fracturing of time and place underlies every one of the great workplace issues of our time. Everything that springs from this – the where, when, how, what and why of work – is defined by the shattering of any fixed idea we may once have had of a time and a place to work. Because the challenge to these traditional ideas is now so inextricably linked in our minds with new technology, we might often forget that people have been asking questions about how we can get the most out of each day for

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Success

DECEMBER 20, 2023

I used to be one of those people who prided myself in how busy I was, regularly working 80-plus hours a week. I started a public relations (PR) agency with a vision of helping people make a bigger impact through media exposure. Starting any business can be a lot of work, especially one with lofty goals. This meant I wore all the hats in the beginning: sales, marketing, content creation, fulfillment and everything in between.

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Work Life

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Over the past year, workers across the country have won the right to request pregnancy accommodations and pump breastmilk at work without fear of repercussions. As states have slowly passed benefits like paid leave, many workers have also gained the right to take paid time off when caring for a new child or recovering from an illness. In January, millions of workers will be awarded pay increases when the minimum wage is boosted across 22 states.

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Spiceworks

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Microsoft has sent out warnings about a threat actor named Storm-0539 attacking retail organizations ahead of the holiday week. The post Microsoft Sends Out Warning about Growing Threat of Gift Card Fraud appeared first on Spiceworks.

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McKensey

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Airlines could generate significant EBITDA value by rethinking the role of IT and transforming the function from a cost center to one that drives operational and commercial performance.

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Success

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Dr. Diana B. Allen is a sought-after global speaker, cybersecurity leader and senior technology program manager at Google, where she leads program management activities for various cloud endeavors. Her drive and commitment to equip the workforce—especially the next generation—with critical tech and leadership knowledge is evident in her support of equality in STEM fields and her role as an adjunct college professor at the College of Southern Maryland and Strayer University.

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Work Life

DECEMBER 19, 2023

A radically different generation is entering the workforce. Generation Z, the approximately 70 million Americans born between 1996 and 2010, has been thoroughly studied by academics and thought leaders, keen to understand the unique approach Gen Zers take to their lives and careers. Because of their differences to previous generations, Gen Z has the potential to transform leadership for the better, breaking the cycle of generational trauma that’s led to our current fearful leader crisis&#

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Spiceworks

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Discover how generative AI is reshaping the field service industry, automating tasks, and optimizing workforce management. The post Field Service Revolution: The Impact of Generative AI appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Mad in America

DECEMBER 18, 2023

From The Irish Times : “A new training approach to mental health care was launched by the Mental Health Commission (MHC) in Ireland on Wednesday, together with the World Health Organisation (WHO). Organisations from the public, private and NGO sectors across the country gathered in Dublin to pledge to promote a ‘human rights-based approach’ to mental health care across the State.

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AdminDroid

DECEMBER 22, 2023

As an admin, managing access to critical Microsoft 365 resources involves a delicate balance between empowering individuals and safeguarding against potential threats. Picture a scenario where a group of Microsoft 365 users requires access to specific SharePoint sites for designated tasks. Instead of individually delegating access for each user, Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management for groups stands out as a seamless solution.

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Work Life

DECEMBER 16, 2023

In high-stakes situations, like when you’re asking your boss for a raise, paying attention to what’s not being said can make all the difference. “Forensic listening is the art of finding and listening to clues,” Chip Massey, a former FBI hostage negotiator, told Fast Company writer Stephanie Vozza earlier this month. “It’s when and how people pause, what they emphasize, and what the tone of their voice communicates.

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Spiceworks

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Discover high-stakes consequences, challenges, and winning strategies for the casino industry in the face of evolving cyber threats. The post Winning the Cyber Game: Strategies for Enhanced Security appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Mad in America

DECEMBER 21, 2023

“We need to describe how human beings unfold and become very beautiful when listened to. Listening shows that the nature of human beings is nothing like socialized content. It is a depth of richness that needs only interactive reception to open out, step by step, into a creative self-correcting development with freshly discovered wanting, personal ethics, and unique work in the world.

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AdminDroid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Shifting priorities, evolving projects, and scaling user performance all call for real-time adjustments in Microsoft 365 employee roles. During this mover phase, numerous tasks need attention, ranging from assigning group memberships to configuring access permissions in Microsoft 365. While handling the task manually for a few users might be easy, dealing with bulk user role changes can become a cumbersome process.

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Work Life

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Toxic leadership is easy to recognize. Micromanagers hovering, petty bosses screaming, narcissists doing both, and what I call the “Godfather” personalities demanding subservience—all represent variations of the toxic leader. Appallingly, I have witnessed supposed leaders throw objects at others. We should not permit these types of people to access positions of authority.

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Spiceworks

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Spiceworks News & Insights looks at the best and worst in tech in 2023. The post Year in Review: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly in Tech in 2023 appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Mad in America

DECEMBER 22, 2023

R ecently someone said to me: “You’re not even trying.” Actually, they shouted it. This person was someone I needed to trust. A medical professional, in fact. As she and her team attempted to forcefully sedate me, rather than offering calming or encouraging words, she chose angry and cruel things to say. I am quiet; I have always been accused of being “too quiet.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Employees have made it clear that they are keen for flexible working arrangements to stay. In fact, according to the Owl Labs 2023 State of Hybrid Work report, 40 percent of employees would decline a job if they were required to be in the office five days a week. With the festive season in full swing, employees will look to utilise the benefits of flexible working as they return home to their families.

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