Workplace Insight

JANUARY 3, 2025

Workers are resisting the so-called return to office due to a lack of desk space, following widespread reductions by companies in the wake of Covid. A fifth of workers cited a shortage of desks and facilities among their top three reasons for avoiding the office, according to a survey by real estate consultancy Remit Consulting. The firm claims that businesses may have scaled back desk numbers too aggressively after the pandemic spurred a rise in home working.

Real Estate 40

Real Estate Retail Consulting Office Policies 40

McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

As the automotive and industrial sectors undergo major technological advancements, gen AIdriven operating models can allow companies to develop software more easily, safely, and innovatively.

Automotive 114

Automotive Software Technology 114

WELCOA

DECEMBER 30, 2024

In recent years, we have learned the value of an integrated approach to workplace wellness and specifically mental health initiatives. We recognized that one size does not fit all, and with the rise of the hybrid work model, ensuring accessibility has become a contributing factor to the success of workplace wellness. Today, these challenges remain relevant and a priority for many.

Training 93

Training Prioritization Onboarding Healthcare 93

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 2, 2025

Introduction Finding reliable free employee scheduling software can feel like a challenge. Don't you agree many tools fall short with limited features like shift swaps, time-off tracking, or payroll integration? Moreover, outdated designs and user caps only add to the frustration. But there’s good news—the ideal solution does exist.

Software 87

Software Payroll Small Business Reporting 87

Work Life

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Its a new year, but work feels like the same old same old. You want to be excited, but theres just not that much to be pumped about: Youre not in line for a big promotion or raise. And theres not some innovative new project on the horizon. So what do you do to remotivate yourself in 2025? Here are some techniques that have helped my time management coaching clients recommit to their jobs when it could have been easy to check out.

Prioritization 98

Prioritization Promotion Coaching Flexibility 98

McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

With technological hurdles falling, shared autonomous vehicles are no longer an experimental curiosity. What needs to happen to accelerate uptake?

Technology 102

Technology Automotive 102

BMT Office Administration

JANUARY 2, 2025

Employers hired at a robust pace last month, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Which means unless youre offering top dollar and a boatload of perks, you may not be able to hire the people your company needs. You can hire independent contractorsfreelancersas an interim or even permanent solution. The Department of Labor issued worker status regulations earlier this year.

Payroll 130

Payroll Mailing Reporting 130

Work Life

DECEMBER 29, 2024

The majority of employees prefer hybrid work arrangements over fully remote and onsite, according to a Gallup Poll. Having two distinct experiencesin-office and at-homedelivers flexibility and variety, but it also provides an added benefit you might not expect: insights that could help you stick to common New Years resolutions. If you look back to pre-pandemic, we all got used to our routines, says Frank Weishaupt, CEO of the video conferencing provider Owl Labs.

Food 98

Food Home Office Prioritization Reporting 98

McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

Software-defined hardware is reshaping multiple industries as advances in AI enable new capabilities and dramatically reduce development costs.

Software 99

Software Automotive 99

Success

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Your business could employ an amazing cohort of individually motivated and talented A-players. But, if they cant take the steps necessary to come together and work as a team, they wont be able to realize the highest levels of success. A Deloitte study found that employees work 15% faster and do 73% better when collaborating, while research conducted by Wiley shows that most teams suffer from and arent able to achieve due to a critical interpersonal skills gap, which leads to a lack of trust, com

Teamwork 71

Teamwork Influencing Problem-Solving Communication 71

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 3, 2025

Do you ever wonder why some teams absolutely crush it while others barely make it across the finish line? The secret isn't some magic Silicon Valley pixie dust—it's the person sitting right in the middle of the action. And that is none other than your manager. They serve as the vital bridge between a company and its employees. Gallup’s State of the American Manager report highlights compelling links between manager effectiveness and employee engagement , underscoring its

Leadership 59

Leadership Communication Flexibility Flexibility 59

Work Life

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Searching for a new job has never been easy, but right now it can seem especially brutal. Competition is fiercer than ever before; according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , your chance of receiving an offer after applying to as many as 80 roles stands at just 31%. Each one of those applications takes time, so its understandable to do whatever you can to streamline the process, including by employing Big Techs favorite obsession: Artificial intelligence.

Interviewing 76

Interviewing Training Reporting 76

McKensey

DECEMBER 31, 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 youre looking for a quick win.

Problem-Solving 85

Problem-Solving 85

AdminDroid

JANUARY 1, 2025

Have you ever scrambled to pinpoint the exact cause when users complain about sign-in issues, feeling frustrated in the process? Sign-in issues in Microsoft Entra ID disrupt workflows and affect productivity, which makes quick resolution essential. This is where the sign-in diagnostic in Microsoft Entra saves the day! Instead of manually sifting through countless log entries, you get an intuitive interface that helps you quickly identify and resolve authentication problems.

Problem-Solving 59

Problem-Solving Security 59

Tanveer Naseer

JANUARY 1, 2025

Its the start of a new year, which I think is the perfect time to look back on the 2024 episodes of my Leadership Biz Cafe podcast to share moments that can have a real impact on leaders going into the new year. Now when you get the opportunity to.

Leadership 57

Leadership Communication 57

Sarah Levitt

JANUARY 2, 2025

A good many of you were excited to make this favorite shortbread recipe, so with that in mind Im passing along a recently-tried-and-is-a-keeper egg dish as we head out of the holidays and back to the cold, winter months here in much of the US.

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McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

A new survey shows high interest in remote-driving services that let another person control the car.

Controlling 74

Controlling Automotive 74

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 1, 2025

I have always wondered, why despite investing in various initiatives to boost morale and retention, organizations still face problems. Some of the problems that do cross my mind are high turnover, disengaged employees, and a significant performance gap. With much thinking, I could think of only one culprit, which is- a lack of distinction between employee engagement and involvement.

Learning 64

Learning Problem-Solving Decision Making Leadership 64

WELCOA

DECEMBER 30, 2024

In recent years, we have learned the value of an integrated approach to workplace wellness and specifically mental health initiatives. We recognized that one size does not fit all, and with the rise of the hybrid work model, ensuring accessibility has become a contributing factor to the success of workplace wellness. Today, these challenges remain relevant and a priority for many.

Training 52

Training Prioritization Onboarding Healthcare 52

Yarooms

DECEMBER 29, 2024

The world of work is entering a new era characterized by bold strategies and innovative solutions to meet changing challenges. For leaders, 2025 is an opportunity to create an environment that prioritizes employee satisfaction, productivity and long-term business success.

Prioritization 52

Prioritization 52

McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

From building robust operational ecosystems to embracing generative AI, top companies are finding new ways to thrive in an environment thats anything but normal.

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Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Have you ever walked into a team meeting and felt an undercurrent you couldn’t quite name? Maybe it’s the quiet tension in conversations or the noticeable dip in energy during meetings. These moments aren’t just momentary, they can signal a shift in your team’s emotional pulse. For organizations,these feelings matter, for they point to “employee sentiments” Understanding these emotions isn’t just important, it’s transformative because happi

Flexibility 59

Flexibility Flexibility Communication Promotion 59

Go Burrows

DECEMBER 29, 2024

This episode features a Nova Chat session hosted by Nova founder and CEO Maggie Olson. In this conversation, Maggie leads a deep dive into the next five years of the AI landscape in the C-Suite, with panelists Lawrence Coburn, Jessica McBride, and Fiona Young examining the continued importance of AI for CEOs, EAs, and CoSs and sharing helpful advice for navigating new AI platforms in the C-Suite.

Networking 70

Networking Software Learning Coaching 70

Sarah Levitt

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Of all things not business and leadership related, delivered to you on this Monday morning. Wearing: These wool running tights for the colder months. Soft, warm, and cozy, they do not disappoint. And experimenting with this lighter base layer and heavier one. Also: these Gap jeans. Saw them on someone whod seen them on someone.

Leadership 40

Leadership 40

Success

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Whether youre fresh out of school or have long been making the corporate rounds, honing your leadership skills can help you charter a quicker path to success. For those seeking inspiration, look to the example of the late former president Jimmy Carter. While he spent only one term in office (1977-1981), his legacy of thoughtful leadership and charitable endeavors post-presidency has helped position him as one of our most successful former presidents.

Leadership 98

Leadership Learning Mentoring Communication 98

Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Recently, I was reading Amazon’s sustainability report , which highlighted that they were investing nearly $10 billion into employee benefits in 2023. This massive investment underscores how crucial employee engagement is to a company’s success. But then I came across a Fortune article revealing that Amazon’s new 5-day in-office mandate has led 73% of surveyed staffers to consider quitting.

Salary 87

Salary Onboarding Healthcare Software 87

Mad in America

DECEMBER 28, 2024

I recently came across a post on an ADHD campaign in a village in India. It involved the administration of psychological tests to the kids in the village to diagnose them with ADHD. The intention of this exercise, to spread mental health awareness and provide access to resources (diagnosis, testing, and possibly medication) to this village, requires several foundational assumptionsthat our modern psychological methods are advanced, that traditional communities are primitive in their way of handl

Equipment 126

Equipment Influencing Training Learning 126

Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youre a leader today, youre likely facing intense demands to deliver business results, while also supporting people, and taking care of yourself, as well. You know you need to pay attention to all kinds of strategies for effectivenessand it can all be so overwhelming. But theres new evidence that one key leadership strategy is especially successful: Being consistent and predictable with your behavior.

Sales 98

Sales Leadership Learning Communication 98

Success

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Success is a relative term. For those who dare to strike out on their own and challenge the status quo as entrepreneurs and small business owners, the word takes on a whole new meaning, one that is often less about losing money and more about taking the time to take care of oneself. Many seasoned (and some new) entrepreneurs learn over time that balancing life and business is relative and often unattainableunless they design their lives in a way that makes this balance a reality.

Small Business 105

Small Business Maintenance Delegation Consulting 105

Productivityist

JANUARY 3, 2025

In this Flashback Friday episode, I revisit my conversation with Paul Jarvis from 2019, to discuss the release of his bestselling book, Company of One: Why Staying Small Is the Next Big Thing for Business. Pauls insights into building a fulfilling, scalable business without unnecessary growth struck a chord with listeners and remain highly relevant today.

Small Business 98

Small Business Mentoring Influencing Creativity 98

Mad in America

DECEMBER 31, 2024

During 2024, we published 155 blogs , 244 reviews of scientific findings , 43 personal stories and 41 MIA reports , of which 22 were podcast interviews. This year’s webinars have included discussions on neuroplasticity and protracted withdrawal , supporting extreme states and private film screenings with Q&A including Saving Minds directed by Catherine Mullins.

Healthcare 100

Healthcare Controlling Insurance Reporting 100

Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

As you write your New Years Resolutions, ask yourself: Will you really meditate daily? How much will you use the gym after January 31? Forget about your aspirational personal goals, this year Im sharing some resolutions that will move your career and business forward. Ive gathered experts from various areas of expertise: branding, marketing, business development, and mindset to get you ready.

Delegation 98

Delegation Problem-Solving Coaching Learning 98

Success

JANUARY 3, 2025

Three, two, one, Happy New Year! (Queue the fireworks and blares from party horns). This end-of-year holiday is always met with a flurry of glitz and glitter. But somewhere between the toasts, parties and endless celebrations, many people will also find themselves carving out time for reflection and planning for days to come. Enter inspirational New Years quotes.

Learning 98

Learning Supplies Cleaning Planning 98

Total Wellness

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The New Year always feels like a fresh start a time to hit reset, dream big, and focus on building better habits. Theres something magical about turning the page to a new calendar year; its a chance to reflect, refocus, and prioritize what truly matters. For many of us, that means doubling down on health and wellness goals, not just for ourselves but also for the communities were a part of, including our workplaces.

Prioritization 89

Prioritization Creativity Promotion 89

Mad in America

JANUARY 2, 2025

You are being auctioned off in Oregon because you are considered insane. There are no resources to pay for your cares since your family cant do it and you dont have property to sell. The territory wants you off their hands as quickly and cheaply as possible. So you and your care are going to the lowest bidder. T his was a practice that emerged from the organization of the Oregon Territory in 1843 at the fledgling Willamette River community of Champoeg.

Reporting 82

Reporting Supervising Finance Cleaning 82

Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

This past year was marked by a fickle and ever-changing job market that became more competitive as the months passed. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , despite the average monthly job growth falling about 28% in 2024 compared to 2023, the demand for talent in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, cybersecurity, and more is still red hot and the available supply is not able to keep pace.

Supplies 98

Supplies Manufacturing Healthcare Computer 98

Success

JANUARY 3, 2025

Last week, I did yoga with my landscaper. Before he cut the grass, Joseph mentioned he was struggling to teach himself yoga through YouTube videos. I was meandering barefoot through the flower beds, so I invited him to remove his shoes and join me for an impromptu class. It was so much fun that we discussed doing weekly garden yoga once spring returns.

Banking 78

Banking Cleaning Food Networking 78