Work Life
NOVEMBER 24, 2024
Think of how much has happened since March 2020 when millions of employees started working from home : Two presidential elections, war and humanitarian crises, countless climate disasters, a roller-coaster economy of inflation and interest rates, the birth of ChatGPT and AI anxiety, eight Taylor Swift albums, and an endless string of debates about if, how, and when employees should return to office (RTO).
Vantage Circle
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
It's that magical time of the year again - December! Twinkling lights, warm cocoa, and the sound of Mariah Carey on repeat (we know you're humming it already). While everyone's busy dreaming of gingerbread cookies and mince pies and double-checking their Santa wish lists, workplaces can also get caught up in the end-of-year rush. But, December isn't just for last-minute deadlines and holiday shopping.
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Office Snapshots
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
Hasbuilt Project’s new office fit out on level 12 in the heart of North Sydney embodies a modern and inviting workspace. The fresh color palette and exposed ceiling create a contemporary aesthetic that complements the inviting reception area. The office is designed to facilitate productivity and collaboration, featuring a spacious boardroom and multiple meeting rooms equipped with the latest technology.
Success
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Breakthrough or burden? AI’s growing role in cutting costs and streamlining operations in the workplace proves a mixed bag—ushering in wins for some and losses for others. In key sectors like sales and software engineering, data shows that “Current generative AI and other technologies have the potential to automate work activities that absorb 60-70% of employees’ time today.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
Workplace Insight
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
The London office market is demonstrating strong signs of recovery, with declining vacancy rates and robust demand for high-quality spaces. Both occupier and investor activity surged in the third quarter of 2024, reflecting renewed confidence in the capital’s commercial real estate sector. Despite challenges posed by elevated supply levels, the market’s recovery trajectory points to a potential upswing in rents and investment activity heading into 2025, driven by stabilising vacancy rates
Wellness 360
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Feeling distracted at work? It’s no surprise—constant digital notifications can make it tough to focus. So, a digital detox could be the reset you need. Think about organizing a digital detox program in the office. Whether it’s a one-hour break from screens or a full digital detox day, stepping away from technology can help you […] The post Disconnect to Reconnect: Benefits of a Digital Detox appeared first on Wellness360 Blog.
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Work Life
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Mental health awareness is everywhere these days. Even the 2024 World Mental Health Day theme, “It’s time to prioritize mental health in the workplace,” reflects the growing focus on self-care. There’s a good reason for this. Happy employees create a positive ripple effect across the business. People want to work with and buy from happy people. Plain and simple.
McKensey
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
AI systems are powerful but often operate like “black boxes,” shrouded in mystery. Here’s how companies can shed some light and drive adoption of AI solutions that users trust and understand.
Office Dynamics Blog
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Discover how confidence drives career growth, with strategies to boost your self-assurance and leadership skills in the workplace.
Office Snapshots
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
The industrial design is particularly evident in the open ceilings, the meeting rooms were placed in the space as containers. Warm shades of carpets and curtains, the use of wooden elements soften the impression of the space and give it elegance and originality. The blue colour scheme that runs through the entrance and focus rooms is part of the company’s brand identity.
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.
Work Life
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
No one likes to feel overlooked on the job—especially after years of hard work, dedication, and personal investment. While favoritism is a natural human instinct, it’s tricky to navigate its complexities in the workplace. By taking proactive measures and remaining professional, you have the best chance of improving your experience. Address favoritism without confrontation by reviewing proven strategies offered by these eight experts, from CEOs to founders.
McKensey
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
By developing a compelling, proprietary narrative and a sustainable communications road map, leaders can foster deeper dialogues and more meaningful connections with a wide range of stakeholders.
Workplace Insight
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
More than a third of office employees (37 percent) feel their work ethic has improved over the past 12 months, according to a new study. This is particularly apparent among younger people such as those belonging to so-called Gen Z, as the figure rises to more than half of those aged 18-24 (55 percent) and 25-34 (57 percent). One in five (22 percent) suggest they ‘always go above and beyond’, with the same number saying that they will ‘do whatever needs to be done to deliver’.
Office Snapshots
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
Nestled in the heart of New Cairo, Egypt, the DOTMENT Workplace stands as a testament to innovative office design, seamlessly blending form and function across its 300-square-meter expanse. This cutting-edge workspace, designed by Adze Designs, caters to a team of 35-40 professionals in the internal communication industry, offering a unique environment that reflects the company’s expertise in design and communication.
Spiceworks
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
A big challenge for sales managers is understanding and employing the right management styles to elicit the desired behavior from employees. Employing the right management style at the right time can reap rewards - and help your team reach their quotas. The post 4 Sales Management Styles You Must Know appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.
McKensey
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Dutch businesses can embrace generative AI to speed up automation, increase productivity, and ease labor market tightness. What is needed to accelerate adoption and capture the benefits?
fm:systems
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Learn about common security challenges for hybrid workplaces and learn best practices and technology solutions to help IT professionals reduce these risks.
Office Snapshots
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Demonstrating a vision in an inclusivity-driven workplace Leading biopharmaceutical group GSK partnered with M Moser to assess and reimagine its Melbourne workplace and team dynamics, aligning these insights with future goals and hybrid work needs. The result is a hybrid space that consolidates two floors into a dynamic and connected environment. Designed as a business accelerator, this flexible office empowers collaboration and innovation while prioritising inclusivity and wellbeing.
Vantage Circle
NOVEMBER 24, 2024
With Expert Inputs from : Saurabh Deshpande - People Culture Expert Ever notice why some employees seem happier and more engaged? A big part of that comes down to praise from their leaders. When leaders take a moment to appreciate their team members, it lifts everyone's spirit. And activates robust psychological and neurological responses. Research found that meaningful recognition, especially from high-ranking leaders like CEOs, creates a lasting impression.
McKensey
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Biotechs making their commercial debut can improve their launch success rate and overall financial performance by learning from successful first-time launchers.
Cake Drop
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Attention HR, People, and Workplace Managers! Never miss an opportunity to sweeten up your workplace experience with the 2025 Workplace Culture Calendar. While seasonal events and awareness days might be tricky to remember, they serve as valuable anchors to plan and enhance employee experience initiatives throughout the year. As well as injecting some fun into the workplace, celebrating key dates provides a myriad of benefits, encompassing employee engagement, team building, and even social impa
Office Snapshots
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The new extension of Entain’s office, located within the Expo 2000 complex, spans over 1200 sq.m on the third floor of Phases 3 and 4. Designed as a natural continuation of the existing workspace, this project integrates large portal passages between the two buildings, promoting seamless connectivity. The interior design reflects Entain’s corporate identity and culture, with a strategic use of color to differentiate functional areas.
Spiceworks
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Businesses continually collect and manage files. A Document Management System (DMS) stores electronic versions of once paper-based documents for easier search and retrieval. The post 10 Popular Document Management Systems (DMS) appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.
McKensey
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
After surging during the pandemic, diamond prices have reversed to multiyear lows. Proactive moves by players across the value chain can help ensure stability and longevity in the years to come.
I/O at Work
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Although many people like to listen to music at work, new research finds that listening to too much music while working can hinder job performance.
Office Snapshots
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
With the new Work Café and Open Office space for the Digital Campus of the software company in Berlin, SCOPE Architekten has created a place that fuses progressive design with multifunctionality. The 700-square-meter area is located in Building D of the complex, extending the concept from Buildings A–C while offering a fresh interpretation. Food Court 2.0 The Work Café offers an inspiring atmosphere blended with modern design.
Mad in America
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
M any people are traumatised rather than healed by their interaction with mainstream mental health services, especially their admission to a psychiatric inpatient unit. Concurrently, many mental health professionals carry a burden of their own trauma and are not healthy individuals. How can we build a truly healing hospital that would love, nourish and heal all within, including the professionals who work there?
McKensey
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Our November obituaries also include a visionary architect, a digital-arts innovator, and a Holocaust survivor whose story of tragedy and triumph became a New York Times bestseller.
Work Life
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
As you embark on a journey toward alignment, connecting your professional choices and personal curiosities to your life’s purpose, you might begin to observe synchronicities unfolding. Yet, deeper psychological blocks also emerge. A frequent exclamation on the spiritual path is, “I thought I had already healed this!” Such moments are natural. At this stage in your journey, your main block will keep coming up until you have the courage.
Robertson Cooper
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
In todays fast-paced and demanding work environments, resilience has been celebrated as the key to navigating challenges and stress.
Yarooms
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Workplace dynamics are shifting faster than ever before, driven by technological advances, changing employee expectations and a growing emphasis on purpose-driven work. For HR leaders, 2025 is a time to reshape their strategies to meet the needs of a more flexible, values-oriented workforce while preparing for the challenges of the future.
McKensey
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Capital expenditures need to be deployed strategically across metals and mining projects critical for the energy transition. Intervening early and setting a clear focus can help avoid issues.
Work Life
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Early this year, a child care program in southern Maine was dinged for three minor issues during a routine inspection: A refrigerator at the school where the nonprofit operates was a couple of degrees too high. An employee’s paperwork was kept at the wrong location. A first aid kit was missing a pair of tweezers. After Windham Raymond School Aged Child Care, which runs after-school programs in local schools and has a five-star quality rating with the state, quickly fixed those problems, program
Robertson Cooper
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
The post Resilience Reimagined: Why Has Resilience Fallen Out of Favour? appeared first on Robertson Cooper.
WELCOA
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
How Gratitude Impacts Employee Well-Being and Organizational Success Supporting efforts toward healthy employees includes evaluating policies, practices, and promotions to ensure the environment helps foster a successful wellness initiative. You might recognize this as Benchmark 6 of WELCOAs 7 Benchmarks, Cultivate Supportive Health Promoting Environments, Policies, and Practices.
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