Insperity
MAY 14, 2024
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent onset of The Great Resignation , improving employee retention ranks as one of employers’ main concerns and priorities. Companies are investigating how to best encourage employees to stay put for as long as possible so they can maximize their return on investment in recruiting, hiring and training top talent.
Office Space
MAY 17, 2024
The post-pandemic workplace landscape is evolving rapidly, challenging CEOs, business owners, and office designers to reimagine traditional office setups. As we navigate this new era, prioritizing health and safety remains paramount. Many organizational leaders have already begun their return-to-office initiatives, but as we’ve seen from numerous reports, they’re doing so without adequately preparing their office space for the return.
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The Receptionist
MAY 16, 2024
As some spine surgeons say, “once you’re part of the bad back club, you can never cancel your membership.” Perhaps that’s one reason why chiropractic offices are so busy! A Gallup poll found that, as of 2018, more than 35 million Americans had seen a chiropractor for back or neck pain in the preceding 12 months. As a busy chiropractic office , you see many visitors come through your door: mostly patients, of course, but also delivery people, job applicants, and others.
Office Skills
MAY 15, 2024
How to Create a Chart in Excel Numerical and text data are often easier to interpret when presented in a visual format, such as in a chart that’s why it’s […] The post How to Create a Chart in Excel appeared first on Office Skills Training.
Wellable
MAY 14, 2024
Explore strategies to mitigate workplace stress for employees and HR professionals, ensuring long-term organizational success. The post HR Toolkit: Practical Strategies & Resources For Workplace Stress Management appeared first on Wellable.
Office Space
MAY 14, 2024
As the business landscape continues to evolve, achieving workplace excellence has become more crucial than ever. From the rise of remote work to the reimagining of physical office spaces, organizations are grappling with unprecedented challenges and opportunities. To delve deeper into this topic, we look to OfficeSpace’s third installment of their Maturity Model—Workplace Experience.
Great Place to Work
MAY 13, 2024
The international sport offers lessons in humility, collaboration, inclusion, and more that can drive success on the field and in the workplace. Global business leaders could learn a thing or two from rugby. For most Americans, rugby is an unfamiliar sport. The ball is shaped like an American football but isn’t used in the same way. It’s a contact-driven game but isn’t played like any other sport.
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Workplace Insight
MAY 14, 2024
Many of the UK’s tech workers are embracing a structured return to spending more time in the office, according to a new report. According to the survey of 2,000 people from Techspace , there has been a ‘notable shift’ towards embracing structured office time, with Monday to Wednesday emerging as the top choices for in-office workdays. The report claims that this preference indicates a growing recognition of the benefits of face-to-face collaboration and a desire for a more traditional office env
Success
MAY 15, 2024
For many younger people in the workforce, especially Gen Z, work life has always been remote. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of remote work, reshaping traditional workplace dynamics. But what about those who never even had the option of having an in-office experience? As younger employees grow in their career development and the novelty of remote work wears off, the absence of in-office experience presents both challenges and opportunities.
Mad in America
MAY 15, 2024
R odrigo Nardi is a psychiatrist and psychologist. He obtained his psychology degree in the year 2000, and following that, he obtained a certificate in CBT, and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology at Universidade Evangélica de Paraná. He obtained his M.D. degree in 2010, and in 2016, he completed his psychiatry residency at Penn State. Altogether, Dr.
AdminDroid
MAY 13, 2024
In recent years, organizations have been adjusting to remote work, and constantly adapting to new developments. As the future of hybrid work demands a new approach — Microsoft Places, introduced at Ignite 2022, presents a promising solution for relaxing the transition to hybrid work. The highly anticipated Microsoft Places app for Web and Mobile designed to revolutionize hybrid and in-person work, is finally here in Public Preview.
Workplace Insight
MAY 13, 2024
The luxury belief that was the so-called Great Resignation, appears to be over, even if you assume it ever existed. Workers are increasingly staying put in their current jobs and more employers are holding steady on staffing levels as the labour market slows, according to the CIPD’s latest Labour Market Outlook report. The survey shows more than half (55 percent) of employers are looking to maintain their current staff level – the highest level since winter 2016/17.
Success
MAY 17, 2024
In 1990, Katharina Harf’s mother, Mechtild, was diagnosed with acute leukemia. She needed to find a stem cell donor, and none of her six siblings or other family members were a match. But there was a bigger problem. “Back then, there were only 3,000 donors on the German registry,” says Harf of the country where she was born and raised. “And basically, 3,000 donors is nothing if you want to find a donor.
Work Life
MAY 15, 2024
The 35-year-old Bank of America investment banker who died from a blood clot earlier this month wanted to leave the U.S. bank because he was working more than 100 hours a week, according to an executive recruiter who spoke with him about seeking a new job. Junior banker Leo Lukenas III died of an acute coronary artery thrombus, a type of blood clot, the New York Office of the Chief Medical Examiner said last week.
Productivityist
MAY 15, 2024
In this episode, I’m joined by Steven Bertrand , who shares his inspiring transition from blogging and web design to becoming a public speaker and a meditation advocate. In this episode, we explore how Steven has overcome significant personal challenges and how meditation has played a pivotal role in his life From tackling physical disabilities to changing career paths, Steven’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of mindfulness in achieving balance and
Workplace Insight
MAY 17, 2024
Manchester is poised to become a major player in the digital government landscape following a significant land deal announced this week. The Government Property Agency (GPA) has exchanged contracts with Manchester City Council (MCC) to acquire five acres of the former Central Retail Park in Ancoats, paving the way for the construction of the Manchester Digital Campus.
Success
MAY 11, 2024
Navigating the world of health insurance is complicated enough within the United States. Add international borders and health care regulations, and things can get overwhelming. When preparing to move abroad as a digital nomad, typical private medical coverage doesn’t necessarily work while you’re outside of your home country—while travel insurance might not be designed for longer trips or anything other than emergency care.
Work Life
MAY 15, 2024
I was talking with a friend recently who is feeling crushed by her workload and can’t seem to get off the treadmill of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. days chained to her desk, seemingly in perpetuity. She asked me what tips I might have for her around time management. I’ll admit, the question surprised me. I’ve never thought of myself as someone with great time management skills, mostly because I tend to eschew rigid productivity systems, believing (erroneously or not) that they cramp creativity.
Productivityist
MAY 13, 2024
In the pursuit of being truly productive, aligning one’s cognitive strategies and habits with the natural rhythm of the body clock isn’t just wise; it’s a necessity. This alignment requires a blend of two often overlooked and yet pivotal elements in the productivity equation: Reason and Refinement. The Power of Reason in Guiding Productivity Reason, in its purest form, is the ability to apply logical and critical thinking to our actions and decisions.
Workplace Insight
MAY 16, 2024
A new report commissioned by Microsoft suggests that the UK economy could see a significant boost of £550 billion by 2035 if the country embraces artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technology. The report, titled Unlocking the UK’s AI Potential , claims to highlight several ways the technology can benefit the UK economy. These include increased productivity, improved public services, and the creation of new jobs.
Office Snapshots
MAY 13, 2024
AI & Robotics Ventures (ARV) gave YAAF the direction to create their office as the “Comfortable, Collaborative Hub, Agility, and Well-being. The key of the “comfort level” in an office environment that we focused as crucial: Productivity: Comfortable surroundings can enhance employee productivity. When people feel physically comfortable, they are better able to focus on their tasks without being distracted by discomfort.
Work Life
MAY 15, 2024
Modern business culture tries to motivate people for success. The plot arc of a successful career involves promotions, raises, increases in responsibility, and fancier job titles. The reality is that the path for advancement in most organizations involves ascending a leadership hierarchy. Early in your career, you can get a few promotions for being an individual contributor.
Total Wellness
MAY 13, 2024
Is there a secret to slowing down the aging process? The answer is a resounding yes! While there is no "magic" pill or food that can turn back the clock, there are definitely ways to put the brakes on aging. Research shows that certain foods and lifestyle choices like smoking, excessive drinking, a sedentary lifestyle, and a diet packed with ultra-processed foods can fast-track the aging process by 2-5 times.
Workplace Insight
MAY 14, 2024
We were deeply saddened to hear that Mix Interiors’ board director, Marcie Incarico, had lost her battle against cancer. Marcie was a tour de force, bringing boundless energy and strong leadership to her team. Marcie always strived for excellence, whether working on behalf of her clients or delivering her own company’s products and events. This, of course, was most visible through the Mixology and Mixology North events, where Marcie and the team built on the successful model developed by me and
Office Snapshots
MAY 17, 2024
GTM Architects designed a corporate office for Venn Strategies, located in The Victor Building in Washington DC’s Penn Quarter. The finished concept achieved the client’s goal for an industrial aesthetic with a timeless quality. Immediately upon entering the suite, clear visual pathways from reception are provided through a unique, wood slat divider.
Work Life
MAY 11, 2024
As a society, we love moms. Don’t believe me? Just keep an eye out for all the ads coming out this week in the run-up to Mother’s Day. I personally am a sucker for commercials about moms supporting their adorable tots—fueling them with the right snacks or juice, outfitting them with sports uniforms that are appropriately bright and fresh-smelling, or getting them and their equally perky friends to all those after-school practices in the right minivan —resulting in the cutie pie making the
Vantage Circle
MAY 15, 2024
According to a Bersin & Associates study , organizations with effective recognition programs promoting employee engagement had 31% reduced voluntary turnover. Getting employee recognition right is tough - there's no two ways about it. As a leader or someone in HR, you know firsthand how hard it is to create a workplace culture where people genuinely feel appreciated.
Workplace Insight
MAY 12, 2024
Seven real estate industry associations have announced a new taskforce to develop a comprehensive carbon pricing strategy for the sector that takes a value chain perspective and enables pricing to be incorporated into investment decision making and accelerate its adoption. Initially developed as part of the C Change programme , which was set up by ULI (the Urban Land Institute) to mobilise the industry to accelerate the decarbonisation of the built environment across Europe, the carbon pricing t
Office Snapshots
MAY 16, 2024
Built in 1847 along the banks of the Rivanna River, the historic Woolen Mills were the shining jewel of central Virginia’s textile processing industry until their decline in the 1950s. With a peak output of 15,000 yards of uniform cloth per month, the mill counted brands like Brooks Brothers amongst its buyers. Decades after the mill closed its doors, local developer Brian Roy purchased the property and began plans to renovate the site for commercial development.
Work Life
MAY 16, 2024
Graduates of the class of 2024, we feel like a different commencement speech is needed. So here’s our take: You are sitting at the edge of the rest of your lives. Each of you has the potential to leave a legacy that transcends you. The question you each have to answer is what you choose for that legacy. Note the word “choose.” That’s what we want to talk about today.
CoreHealth Workplace Wellness
MAY 14, 2024
Explore how technology is revolutionizing wellness with wearable devices. Discover trends and innovations empowering individuals for healthier lives.
Success
MAY 14, 2024
The word “negotiation” brings all sorts of different scenarios to mind—high-profit mergers and acquisitions, tense hostage situations, employment contracts and messy divorce proceedings, to name a few. Ultimately, the goal of these and any other negotiation is reaching an agreement, regardless of context. But despite what TV shows like Succession would have you believe, reaching that agreement doesn’t usually involve backstabbing, name-calling or other nefarious tactics.
Office Snapshots
MAY 13, 2024
The project of the new building for SAP Labs Latin America emerged from the company’s growth, which required more space for its employees. Designed by Triptyque Architecture and Hype Studio, the construction focused not only on the well-being of the team but also on sustainability, one of SAP’s values. This is reflected both in the Environmental Certification – LEED Gold – and in the industrialization of the vast majority of the solutions in the project, which aimed to ha
Work Life
MAY 16, 2024
Quick question: Do you brush your teeth before or after you shower? If you’re like most people, you perform these two tasks in a set order. If something switches things up, it could impact the rest of the day. That’s because pieces of your morning routine are a ritual, and rituals can have a powerful effect on your outlook, says Michael Norton, author of The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions.
Mad in America
MAY 16, 2024
Editor’s Note: Diana Rose, known for her leadership in service-user research, submitted a lengthy essay to Mad in America that examines the meaning of the word “trauma” today. We asked her to provide a brief summary of her paper, as a way of introducing the topic to MIA readers. Here is her introduction: The word ‘trauma’ is everywhere accompanied by ‘triggers’ and ‘trauma informed services’.
Workplace Insight
MAY 13, 2024
Each technological revolution has gotten faster; and the era of Artificial Intelligence is accelerating at an unprecedented rate—an intimidating prospect, given Musk’s recent prediction of AI surpassing human intelligence. Some say the tech will take on “ 80 percent of the jobs that exist today ”, but history has shown that technological advancements have consistently led to the creation of new job roles, elevating the standard of living and improving overall productivity.
Office Snapshots
MAY 15, 2024
The production structure gives new meaning to this factory using natural materials and open spaces for free movement. The focus on the experience with the environment transforms the industrial scenario into a welcoming area. Brand presence is the element which reveals in the essence of the architectural proposal the DNA of an American multinational focused on consultant and the Brazilian end client.
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