BMT Office Administration

JUNE 28, 2024

Hiring Teens for the Summer Summer is a popular time for businesses to hire teenagers for seasonal work. As many of these young workers may be taking on their first job, employers must remember some important payroll considerations. First-Job Jitters It’s natural for employers and young employees to experience some jitters regarding payroll. A clear understanding of the basics can help alleviate those concerns.

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Spiceworks

JUNE 27, 2024

Polyfill.io, a domain used by more than 110,000 websites to deliver javascript code, has been used for a supply chain attack, potentially leading to data theft and clickjacking attacks. Learn more about the threat and its effects on web users. The post Polyfill Supply Chain Attack Affects More Than 110,000 Websites appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

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The Office Management Group

JUNE 28, 2024

In the dynamic world of office environments, roles may seem interchangeable at first glance, but a closer inspection reveals distinct differences between an assistant and an office manager. Let's delve into the nuances, and explore the transferable skills that can seamlessly bridge these roles. It should be noted that in some, smaller businesses in particular these roles quite literally overlap and have an EA/PA and Office Manager in situ to handle the traditional assistant side of things for th

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Wellable

JUNE 28, 2024

Learn how to implement effective small business wellness programs in 2024 with our comprehensive guide. Get practical tips on gaining leadership support, conducting needs assessments, starting small, and offering incentives to create a healthy, productive workplace. The post A Guide To Small Business Wellness Programs In 2024 appeared first on Wellable.

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Office Space

JUNE 27, 2024

As we venture into 2024 and beyond, hybrid work continues to be the norm for businesses across the globe. What once was a question of “Should I adopt a hybrid work model?” is now a question of “What’s the best way to implement my hybrid work model?” Finding hybrid harmony in your workplace is a never-ending battle that requires adaptability and resilience.

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Spiceworks

JUNE 24, 2024

Discover how to enhance the HR tech stack by focusing on integration, automation, and security. The post How HR Teams Can Build a High-performance Tech Stack appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

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Security 186

Success

JUNE 26, 2024

“Can I buy you a coffee and pick your brain?” It’s the phrase that strikes existential dread in the inboxes of accomplished professionals from a variety of industries. Those following in leaders’ footsteps, or trying to figure out how to ask for mentorship, have long asked for free career advice and tips on leveling up. But not all ask the right way, and the approach often impacts the answer they receive.

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McKensey

JUNE 27, 2024

Labor productivity over the past 25 years has been a success story for some, a tale of stagnation for others. Investments and digital transformation can boost productivity for all economies, McKinsey research shows.

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Spiceworks

JUNE 25, 2024

Discover how AI and technology are transforming the U.S. job market. The post Embracing Technology in the Trades: The Gen Z Influence appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

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Influencing Technology 189

Mad in America

JUNE 22, 2024

W ith all the recent coverage of the youth mental health crisis and the role of social media, little attention has been given to the way platforms like TikTok promote certain narratives about mental health—shifting not only the conversation but also the way mental health issues are actually experienced. Young adults on college campuses and elsewhere are being persuaded to interpret their everyday lives through the lens of mental illness as algorithms target them repeatedly with ads and other con

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Success

JUNE 24, 2024

Next generation leaders are set to shake up the workplace as we know it. Gen Z are more educated , with early benchmarks showing that post-millennials are enrolling in college at a significantly higher rate than millennials did at the same age. They will also comprise 27% of the workforce by 2025, and that number will continue to climb as its members graduate and settle into their careers.

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Prioritization Salary Leadership Flexibility 119

Workplace Insight

JUNE 26, 2024

Demand for flexible working options surged during the pandemic but has since become less important to people, according to ADP Research Institute’s People at Work 2024: A Global Workforce View [registration]. Overall, the survey of nearly 35,000 people in 18 countries suggests flexible working hours are important to 25 percent of workers, while 15 percent value flexible locations.

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Flexibility Flexibility Security Salary 111

Spiceworks

JUNE 26, 2024

OpenAI faces significant developments and restrictions with ChatGPT, with some key updates. These include delays of anticipated features, restrictions for users in specific countries, and changes for macOS users. The post ChatGPT Restricted With Feature Delays and Global Availability Issues appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

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Mad in America

JUNE 28, 2024

A few months ago, I attended a live Zoom event on Guidely with Dr. Gabor Maté, author of The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness & Healing in a Toxic Culture. He was talking about being abandoned for a month at the age of one because his mother was protecting his life during the Nazi occupation of Hungary. He explained he could not possibly have any conscious memory of that, but it was preserved in his implicit memory, and was a factor in his lifelong shopping addiction.

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Success

JUNE 25, 2024

Until recently, it was rare for employees to work abroad as digital nomads. But since the beginning of the pandemic, when many businesses switched to employees working 100% remotely, the concept is trending—leading to a threefold increase in the number of digital nomads from 2019–2022. Ready to hopscotch around the world as a digital worker? It’s easier said than done.

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John Mattone

JUNE 24, 2024

Although history often rewards authoritarian leadership, the leaders we tend to respect and consider inspirational to this day fit the mold of i ntelligent leadership in many ways. Famous world leaders such as Nelson Mandela, MLK, Mahatma Gandhi, and Abraham Lincoln cared about their people and knew how to talk to and inspire followers. Throughout history, great leaders emerged organically or otherwise, leaving their marks in the annals of time through a combination of leadership skills and

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Leadership Coaching Legal Communication 109

Spiceworks

JUNE 27, 2024

Learn how technology can improve healthcare access in rural areas. The post How Can Technology Help Alleviate The Care Deserts in Rural America? appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Technology 174

Technology Healthcare Learning Security 174

McKensey

JUNE 28, 2024

There's no doubt the growth of generative AI will affect the future workforce. This podcast turns the conversation to how companies can adapt to thrive, drawing on Singapore as a case study.

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Success

JUNE 28, 2024

Has this ever happened to you? Your uncle calls to tell you that your aunt has finally succumbed to cancer. You’re scrolling through social media and find out your friend’s father died suddenly. Your coworker takes you aside and says another coworker’s mother has died. If you’re like most people, you’ve likely heard about someone’s death. In addition to feeling sadness, you may be unsure how to respond to the news or provide support to the person who is grieving.

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Banking Food Learning 105

Workplace Insight

JUNE 25, 2024

Undoubtedly, the remote work revolution is in full swing. But it’s messy. Kolekti’s new Save the Knowledge Worker report found a colossal 96 percent of workers desire some form of remote work, and one in three employees is willing to quit if forced to return to the office full-time. And yet, which business leader can say their organisation has perfected the strategy for remote work?

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Flexibility Flexibility Communication Technology 104

Spiceworks

JUNE 25, 2024

Mozilla’s product chief is suing the company over alleged discriminatory practices stemming from his cancer diagnosis. The lawsuit extends to three company executives – CEO Laura Chambers, chief people officer Dani Chehak, and former CEO Mitchell Baker. Teixeira is claiming the violations of one federal and three Washington state laws by Mozilla Corporation.

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McKensey

JUNE 25, 2024

For almost two decades, labor markets across advanced economies have tightened—and the trend is set to continue. This article provides a data-driven look via charts to understand the implications.

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Success

JUNE 27, 2024

$4,509,252—that’s the amount of unpaid labor that 385 freelancers across 38 states have added to the “World’s Longest Invoice” at the time of this writing. This initiative by the Freelancers Union raises awareness for one of the key challenges for freelancers across multiple industries—getting paid. The number of freelancers in the U.S. has exploded in recent years.

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Consulting Legal Advertising Onboarding 105

Great Place to Work

JUNE 24, 2024

High-trust workplaces can be successful in creating safe spaces for employees to show up as their full selves. Here are three experiences that can make a difference. It is hard for marginalized workers like LGBTQ+ employees to feel seen and heard at work — even at great workplaces. Great Place To Work® research found that LGBTQ+ workers were less likely to say they feel psychologically safe in the workplace by seven percentage points.

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Onboarding Leadership Security Learning 102

Spiceworks

JUNE 27, 2024

Learn how the convergence of CL (collaborative learning) and CI (conversational intelligence) enables a future where AI handles data and tasks while humans focus on creativity. The post Why Collaborative Learning and Conversational Intelligence Are Important appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Learning 172

Learning Creativity 172

Work Life

JUNE 28, 2024

Ellie, a tech CEO colleague, recently called a meeting with her management team to discuss disturbing behaviors starting to arise within the company. Newer employees were not respecting the expertise of more senior team members. This was not just unproductive, but also disruptive, causing friction between teams, breaking down decision-making, and slowing progress.

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Sales Training Decision Making Finance 97

Success

JUNE 25, 2024

Karen Hostetler didn’t grow up on a farm, but an obsession with wool fiber prompted her to spin a new business idea into motion. “I didn’t grow up raising sheep. I did love wool and fiber. And I took a spinning class in the ’70s when I was going to college in Colorado,” says Hostetler, CEO, co-founder and owner of Mountain Meadow Wool.

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Purchasing Equipment Promotion 105

Office Snapshots

JUNE 28, 2024

Vacons created an office design for Alvarez & Marsal that exemplifies the ideal blend of brand and workspace. Each element at the Alvarez & Marsal office is meticulously crafted, down to the brand’s characteristic blue color. Go to the renowned “rhythm of growth” line in the Alvarez & Marsal logo. Key colors and design components not only provide uniformity but also foster an inspirational and creative work environment.

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Consulting Creativity Promotion 96

Spiceworks

JUNE 27, 2024

Discover how quantifying cyber risk can help safeguard your company's financial and operational future. The post The Data Driving Your Business Risk: How to Measure Your Company’s Cybersecurity Exposure appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

Security 168

Security 168

McKensey

JUNE 28, 2024

Central banks largely hold interest rates, with inflation still above target; freight rates are expected to spike; the US is expected to impose tariffs on multiple imports from China.

Banking 95

Banking Finance 95

Work Life

JUNE 24, 2024

If your upcoming vacation also includes a guilt trip for leaving the office behind, you’re not alone. According to a survey from communications and growth firm Movchan Agency , 47% of people feel guilty if they don’t work on vacation, 63% feel anxious about not checking email, and 59% struggle to switch off while away. Instead of ruining your time off, reframe the vacation guilt you feel about leaving, suggests Jeanie Y.

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Delegation Communication Promotion Training 94

Work in Confidence

JUNE 24, 2024

Workers Protection (Amendment to Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 From October 2024 all UK employers must ensure they comply with a legal duty to take ‘reasonable steps’ aiming to prevent sexual harassment of employees – this comes with the passing of the Worker Protection (Amendment to Equality Act 2010) Act 2023. How does this affect your organisation?

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Reporting Security Equipment Training 94

Spiceworks

JUNE 25, 2024

Explore how Gen AI transforms work and talent management. The post Preparing for the AI Race: Smart Talent Strategies for the Future appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

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McKensey

JUNE 25, 2024

A distinctive capability can lift a company’s performance. But it’s not easy to build one. Here’s a guide to how today’s stock market favorites have created enduring competitive advantages.

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