Success

OCTOBER 27, 2024

“That’s not my job” has been a banned phrase in many workplaces, as companies tout the “all on the same team” mindset. Yet Harvard Business Review cites “workload” as one of the top six causes of burnout and emphasizes the importance of balancing rest, relaxation and workload as the key to workplace success. Setting work boundaries improves quality and output, yet many employees find themselves in company environments that not only discourage, but even ban the phrase “that’s not my job.

Problem-Solving 86

Problem-Solving Coaching Security Flexibility 86

Insperity

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Bringing a new hire into the fold is an exciting moment for not just the employee but also the organization! But it’s also a pivotal time to align them with the company’s mission and goals, especially if they are coming in mid-campaign, mid-year, or during particularly crucial moments in time where it’s important to get up to speed quickly. Here’s why helping new employees understand and connect with your company’s objectives isn’t just about onboarding – it’s a long-term investment in you

Onboarding 150

Onboarding Mentoring Equipment Prioritization 150

Office Space

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Entering a new role as a facility manager can be a whirlwind. As you continue settling into your position, you’ve likely already experienced the juggling act of balancing urgent tasks, long-term planning, and team relationships. Every day, something new demands your attention. Without a proper game plan, the job becomes even more difficult. That is why the first 90 days are crucial.

Maintenance 130

Maintenance Office Layout Equipment Logistics 130

Office Skills

OCTOBER 30, 2024

A clean and healthy workplace is more than just a nice-to-have; it’s fundamental to employee wellness. The environment employees work in plays a significant role in their physical and mental […] The post How Employee Wellness Begins With A Clean And Healthy Environment appeared first on Office Skills Training.

Cleaning 130

Cleaning Training 130

Spiceworks

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Governments and the public must be aware of the potential for cyber threats to surge preceding national elections. Craig Watt, threat intelligence consultant at Quorum Cyber, shares actionable strategies to secure democracy from malicious influences. The post Safeguarding Elections from Cyberthreats appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Government 154

Government Consulting Influencing Security 154

The Receptionist

OCTOBER 29, 2024

When someone with a disability—especially a mobility impairment —enters your office, what is their experience like? It doesn’t matter if they work there or if they are just visiting. Your business should be accessible for everyone. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) federal standards require commercial and residential structures to comply with various codes, such as adding ramps, buttons that open doors, elevators, doors of a certain width, and accessible parking spaces.

Legal 130

Legal Reporting 130

McKensey

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Creating effective teams depends on multiple factors, including high levels of trust and communication, and understanding team context. A new approach helps elevate performance and create value.

Communication 141

Communication 141

Spiceworks

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Cybersecurity frameworks can seem complex at first glance, but they're actually quite helpful when navigating the ever-changing array of IT security threats and possible solutions. The post Cybersecurity Frameworks Explained appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Security 146

Security 146

Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Last week at Orgatec, many firms continued to repeat the claim that “sitting is the new smoking” in their marketing spiel. There’s something in this. The risks of a sedentary lifestyle include health problems such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Standing desks have been seen as a way to reduce the time people spend sitting while at work as a fix for such health problems.

Office Chairs 119

Office Chairs 119

McKensey

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Soaring demand for AI-ready data centers offers many opportunities for companies and investors across the value chain. How quickly they grasp them could determine the pace at which AI is deployed.

Technology 141

Technology 141

Mad in America

OCTOBER 29, 2024

I was recently asked by the founder of the new AntiNormality Club to suggest something that might improve mental health services in the UK. I’m usually ultra-cautious about answering questions like this. I don’t consider myself an ‘expert’ and I don’t think there are any easy solutions to such a difficult and enduring problem. However, I’ve spent years criticising mainstream services, as well as problematising some of the alternatives proposed by critical professionals.

Problem-Solving 140

Problem-Solving Insurance Communication Reporting 140

Spiceworks

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

IT leaders need to consider the bigger picture — including geopolitical risks from hostile foreign powers — if they truly want to reduce their organization's exposure to risk in today's global business environment. The post Are Geopolitical Risks Part of Your Security Strategy? appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Security 100

Security 100

Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The widespread adoption of hybrid working has led to a boom in active commuting – where workers combine their commute with physical exercise – resulting in improved wellness, productivity, and job satisfaction, according to a new poll from IWG. The increased use of local flexible workspaces by hybrid workers has been central to this shift, says the firm, which provides local flexible workspaces.

Transportation 103

Transportation Flexibility Flexibility Reporting 103

McKensey

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Marketing leaders must propel growth while navigating increased complexity and scope. A new global survey in consumer marketing reveals the need for a more connected and agile way of working.

Sales 138

Sales Retail 138

Mad in America

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

S even years ago, my best friend died of a Xanax overdose. Everything before her death happened so fast, but everything afterward moved in slow motion. I remember when I got the call from her boyfriend. He was in tears. “Ina’s dead,” he said. My stomach dropped. It wasn’t real; it couldn’t be. “No, Rick. No, she’s not.” “Yes, Scheri, she died last night.

Cleaning 106

Cleaning Planning 106

Spiceworks

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Hackers have learned that transnational attacks - attacks on victims outside their national borders - are low risk and high yield. Because so many different governments and regulations are involved, these types of attacks are also difficult to apprehend. The post Why Transnational Cooperation Is Key in the Battle Against Cross-Border Cybercrime appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Government 100

Government Learning 100

Work Life

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

When was the last time you had time to think that wasn’t just squeezing in a few minutes between meetings or rushing on your 30-minute lunch break? You’re probably still thinking of your answer—and that’s a problem. We need deep, uninterrupted thinking time if we want big breakthroughs. Days spent doing, not thinking For the typical employee, days are filled with busy work—like drafting time-consuming reports, attending meetings with repetitive information, and responding to emails that are seem

Problem-Solving 96

Problem-Solving Prioritization Reporting 96

McKensey

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Daniel Kahneman, the psychologist whose findings helped launch behavioral economics, passed away this March. The encouraging words he shared with me offer good news for organizations.

Learning 130

Learning Finance 130

AdminDroid

OCTOBER 26, 2024

On Day 26 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, learn how to enable the ‘remember multi-factor authentication’ setting for trusted devices in Microsoft 365. Don’t miss the rest of our Microsoft 365 Cybersecurity blog series for more tips and insights! Microsoft recommends enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) to safeguard your user accounts and reduce the risk of hacking.

Security 105

Security Controlling Learning 105

Spiceworks

OCTOBER 28, 2024

"Doing more with less" seems to be a common phrase in meetings and boardrooms. These tips on cost reduction, sourced straight from the Spiceworks Community, can help you save money with minimal impact to your day-to-day work. The post IT Cost Reduction Strategies: 8 Real-World Money Saving Examples appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Finance 88

Finance 88

Work Life

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Recently, I had to put down my 20-year-old cat. The timeline was sudden. On a Friday morning, I took her to the vet and she was gone by that evening. Aside from meowing loudly, Paku was still her affable self. But blood work revealed she was most likely suffering from cancer and kidney failure. Because of her age, and because she had also stopped eating and drinking, the most compassionate thing to do was let her go.

Learning 98

Learning Problem-Solving Salary Technology 98

McKensey

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Our October obituaries also include a staunch advocate for older adults, a surgical innovator, and an award-winning photographer who enabled many to see underserved communities through a new lens.

Retail 125

Retail 125

Success

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

When she made her first appearance on on Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County , a popular MTV reality show in the mid-2000s, Kristin Cavallari was only a teenager. Over the course of the decade that followed, she appeared on a few other reality TV shows, authored an autobiography and a trio of cookbooks (all of which are bestselling), married an NFL quarterback and had three children.

Delegation 92

Delegation Prioritization Work Ethic Creativity 92

Office Snapshots

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Bank Zimmerberg is deeply rooted in its region. With the move from the village center to an 800 m² industrial hall with a lake view, Mint Architecture has created an inspiring new location for both clients and employees. Using sculptural cubes, the architectural firm successfully structures the space, creating a distinctive atmosphere and thus an independent identity.

Banking 88

Banking Consulting Security 88

Work Life

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Abuse comes in many forms when you are dealing with a narcissist. They do it in interpersonal romantic relationships, familial relationships, or, one of the hardest to navigate, in the work environment. Why is this the hardest? Because it is harder to remove yourself from your work environment when you rely on that paycheck to meet all of your basic needs.

Learning 96

Learning 96

McKensey

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Many small enterprises stood in the path of two recent US hurricanes. How many firms and workers were put at risk, and which sectors could feel the greatest impact?

Small Business 124

Small Business 124

Success

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We’ve all heard the quote, “Consistency is key,” but, in reality, maintaining consistency is, ironically, a little hard to do. Whether it’s struggling to plan effectively, failing to implement long-term goals, or unsuccessfully keeping up with day-to-day tasks, inconsistency is a boldly unapologetic reminder of how we keep getting in the way of our own potential.

Work Ethic 97

Work Ethic Construction Training Planning 97

Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Employee engagement can enhance productivity by 18% and profitability by 23%. It is also worth noting that engaged workers are 78% less likely to be absent. Thus, in today's highly competitive world, it is not only wise but also of utmost importance to develop a culture of engagement. However, owing to such encouraging figures, even in the most recent 2024 Gallup data, only 23% of workers could be categorized as engaged at their workplaces.

Retail 89

Retail Healthcare Communication Leadership 89

Work Life

OCTOBER 29, 2024

High-performance is a product of many factors. Building a high-performing team is even more so. It’s not enough to hire talented and collaborative individuals. As an organization, you need to cultivate an environment that allows them to be at their best while working together to achieve a common objective. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions around what leads to high performance.

Teamwork 98

Teamwork Problem-Solving Leadership Controlling 98

McKensey

OCTOBER 28, 2024

As more companies consider private credit as a financing option, the opportunities for investors are expanding. This episode of Deal Volume describes this asset class and its potential.

Finance 119

Finance Banking 119

Success

OCTOBER 31, 2024

It’s easy to feel like every job you take needs to somehow advance your career in a meaningful, direct way, but there’s something to be said for the “weird job.” You know the one. The type of job that leaves you with a thousand good stories and inspires just as many follow-up questions. According to career and leadership coach Phoebe Gavin, “In a competitive job market, most candidates have the right experience, answer interview questions well and check the necessary boxes.

Data Entry 87

Data Entry Interviewing Coaching Networking 87

Office Snapshots

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Vacons once again takes on the role of design and construction for WorldQuant’s office, located in the Capital Place – A grade-A building in the heart of Hanoi. Covering an area of 1425 square meters, the office is embraced by the main concept of The Quantitative Block. The design reflects the unique characteristics of a leading global company specializing in developing and implementing investment strategies across various asset classes in international markets.

Construction 83

Construction Equipment Creativity Technology 83

Work Life

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Public interest has exploded since OpenAI released ChatGPT in November 2022. Within two months, it had a record 100 million users, far outpacing the debuts of Google and Facebook. Responses have ranged from fascination at the fast and lucid text it generates to anxiety about its impact on jobs and the future. Almost every day, there are news articles about unexpected uses for ChatGPT , from helping doctors empathize with patients to a $3 trillion-­dollar market capitalization for Nvidia, which m

Computer 97

Computer Transportation Advertising Controlling 97

McKensey

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Retrieval-augmented generation, or RAG, is a process applied to large language models to make their outputs more relevant for the end user.

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127

Success

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Can you change your life in 30 seconds? Probably not. But can you change 30 seconds of your life? Absolutely. Most of us think in extremes. We believe that if we meditate, we have to do it for an extended period of time in a place with candles, soft music and no outer distractions. We think that if we don’t do it perfectly, we’re failing. But the truth is, our idea of what’s perfect is simply a construct we have created, likely stemming from how we see it depicted in movies and on social media.

Construction 83

Construction Prioritization Influencing Coaching 83

Office Snapshots

OCTOBER 31, 2024

RASA Sale Gallery, located on the 19th floor of the RASA Two building, was designed with the goal of reflecting the RASA brand identity and culture while showcasing the building’s specifications to prospective clients interested in leasing space. The gallery not only serves as a space for clients to explore the potential of smartly utilizing rental areas but also functions as a co-working environment for RASA’s sales team, fostering energy and productivity.

Sales 83

Sales Equipment 83

Work Life

OCTOBER 28, 2024

There may need to be a new term invented for the wave of jobs that will be lost due to AI. For those who missed it, quiet quitting gained momentum during the pandemic. People would do the bare minimum or less in an effort to collect an easy paycheck or be fired with severance. But the inverse might be gaining momentum soon. Silent firing is where companies make jobs more difficult in the hopes that employees quit, so their jobs can be automated.

Reporting 98

Reporting Technology 98