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#company-culture

Remote teams

What to Consider Before Hiring Remote Workers

Remote work brings challenges in pay equality and company culture for growing businesses. [ more ]

Inc.com

Remote teams

How to Keep Your Employees Engaged in a Highly Remote World

Effective communication methods in remote work encourage employee engagement and combat disengagement over time. [ more ]

The State

Career

Want to earn over $100K while at home in SC? Check out these top-paying open remote work jobs

Unique cyber security job opportunity at YNAB with a conversational job post and attractive perks like a four-day work week and retreats. [ more ]

Forbes

Career

Rethinking The Return: Why The Office Isn't The Answer For Today's Leaders

RTO mandates haven't improved organizational performance compared to hybrid working models.

Employee satisfaction declines with RTO orders and has no tangible impact on profitability. [ more ]

The Globe and Mail

Career

How to get people to actually enjoy being in the office

Employees have mixed feelings about returning to the office full-time, with one third willing to comply, another third considering looking for another job, and 21% willing to quit.

Employers need to revamp their office design to provide choices and flexibility that mimic the work-from-home experience. [ more ]

Theregister

Remote teams

Working from home could kill career, warns IBM CEO

IBM CEO, Arvind Krishna, isn't telling his employees that they have to return to the office, but he did warn that continuing to work remotely could mean being passed over for promotion or career advancement.Trotting out the same old Microsoft productivity paranoia arguments that we've become accustomed to since the COVID-19 pandemic redefined work, Krishna said in an interview this week that "we work better when we are together in person," and that managers need to be able to see the folks whose work they're directing every once in a while.

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Yahoo News

2 weeks ago

Remote teams

Bosses mandated them back to the office. They took legal action instead.

Workers are taking employers to court over return-to-office mandates. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

4 days ago

Remote teams

How to Foster a Strong Culture With a Remote Team | Entrepreneur

Company culture is crucial for productivity, with remote work requiring intentional management and training for employee engagement and retention. [ more ]

ZDNET

Remote teams

Remote work is hard. Here are five ways to make it easier

Image: Getty Images Hybrid work is becoming the norm in the workforce.People spend about two days a week in the office and rave about decreased expenses, increased productivity, and a better work-life balance.But with fewer trips to the office and fewer opportunities to meet and interact with other employees, hybrid and remote workers risk becoming detached from their company culture.

ZDNET

Remote teams

Hybrid and remote workers feel disconnected from company culture. Here's how to fix it

Image: Getty Images Hybrid work is becoming the norm in the workforce.People spend about two days a week in the office and rave about decreased expenses, increased productivity, and a better work-life balance.But with fewer trips to the office and fewer opportunities to meet and interact with other employees, hybrid workers risk becoming detached from their company culture.

ComputerWeekly.com

Remote teams

Execs feel leadership strain in the new normal of work

As business leaders struggle to adapt to new employee expectations and adjust their management strategies for the new normal, executives' overall satisfaction with work is down 15% over the last year, while remaining relatively flat - or even rising slightly - for non-executives, according to the latest global Pulse study from Future Forum.

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#tesla

Futurism

6 days ago

Tech industry

Tesla Employees "Walking on Eggshells" as Furious Musk Continues Layoffs

Tesla workers fear ongoing layoffs without clear end date causing stress and uncertainty. [ more ]

TESLARATI

2 weeks ago

Cars

Tesla head of product launches Rich Otto leaves after nearly seven years

Rich Otto, Head of Product Launches, leaves Tesla after 7 years due to company changes impacting morale. [ more ]

Futurism

2 weeks ago

Tech industry

Tesla Exec Quits, Trashes Company

Executives leaving Tesla express disillusionment with Elon Musk's leadership style and recent layoff decisions. [ more ]

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HuffPost UK

Remote teams

This Is What Employees ACTUALLY Consider To Be A Real 'Work Perk'

Flexible or hybrid working is the most desired perk among employees, followed by good pension scheme, training, and development opportunities. [ more ]

#innovation

Inc.com

6 days ago

Marketing

8 Strategies for Sustainable Growth

Cultivate a clear vision, prioritize people and culture, embrace innovation, focus on customer experience. [ more ]

Medium

UX design

Why are UX professionals on social media thieves of joy?

More companies should embrace events like April Fun Day to foster innovation within their teams. [ more ]

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#leadership

Entrepreneur

4 days ago

Business

How to Make Your Team Feel Psychologically Safe | Entrepreneur

Psychological safety is essential for positive team dynamics and a supportive company culture. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Data science

How to Build a Workplace Where Everyone Thrives | Entrepreneur

Companies should prioritize people over products for sustainable growth.

Establishing a strong company culture from the outset is crucial for long-term success.

Fostering a community-centered approach can enhance employee satisfaction and overall business performance. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Career

3 Strategies to Help Leaders Ignite Passion in the Workplace | Entrepreneur

Passion is essential for productivity and creativity at work.

Company culture is influenced by leadership demonstrating passion. [ more ]

LogRocket Blog

Career

How to be an effective team lead - LogRocket Blog

Company culture and leadership play a significant role in employment decisions.

Leaders motivate, inspire, and influence people to achieve goals aligned with the bigger picture. [ more ]

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#product-management

LogRocket Blog

Data science

Leader Spotlight: How first principles tie into ruthless prioritization, with Ben Hackett - LogRocket Blog

Ruthless prioritization starts with first-principles thinking; balance revenue with core cultural cornerstones. [ more ]

DevOps.com

DevOps

Culture a Stumbling Block to DevOps, DevSecOps

By: Nathan Eddy on
Organizations are struggling to improve DevSecOps practices as they confront a lack of cultural alignment and investment, according to a global Progress of more than 600 IT, security, application development and DevOps decision-makers.Many companies are behind in achieving their DevOps and DevSecOps goals, with 73% of organizations saying they could be doing more.

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#employee-engagement

TalentLMS Blog

Remote teams

14 Employee Onboarding Best Practices [2024]

Effective onboarding is key for employee engagement, productivity, and retention. [ more ]

Forbes

Remote teams

Council Post: Monthly Intranet Content To Engage Employees

The intranet is crucial in shaping company culture and employee engagement, especially in a hybrid work setting. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

Remote teams

Employee Engagement Goals nd Objectives: A Comprehensive Guide

Employee engagement goals serve as a guide to creating a thriving workplace where employees feel motivated, connected, and aligned with the company's mission and values. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Business

CEOs Can Make or Break a Positive Workplace Culture. Avoid This Fate By Following These Tips. | Entrepreneur

CEOs realize company culture impacts performance and growth.

Establishing core values is just the first step in building a positive workplace culture. [ more ]

The Drum

Remote teams

What do agency leaders make of increasing 'return-to-office' demands?

Hybrid approaches dominate in adland despite some companies opting for a full return-to-office.

Creating a purposeful culture that adapts to the future of work is a key challenge in the modern workplace. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Career

3 Ways to Build a Company Culture Based on Your Purpose | Entrepreneur

Focus on your original vision to create synergy among staff, clients, and community.

Capture standout employees in interviews by seeking their connection to your company's mission. [ more ]

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Forbes

Artificial intelligence

Council Post: Choosing A Software Development Partner In 2024: Six Do's And Don'ts

Leveraging AI and advanced analytics can enhance software development vendor selection processes. [ more ]

Vuejobs

DevOps

Front-End Developer Vue.js (f/m/nb) at Deepki

Deepki is hiring a Front End Vue.js Developer to join the visionary technical team. [ more ]

#transparency

Exchangewire

Remote teams

Kevel Certified as a Most Loved Workplace

Kevel became certified as a Most Loved Workplace® by Best Practice Institute, valuing respect, transparency, and employee feedback. [ more ]

New Relic

DevOps

Fortune Recognizes New Relic as a Best place to work in technology

I'm thrilled to share that today, New Relic has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as a Best Workplace in Technology for 2022.

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#advertising

The Drum

Marketing

VML boss on how the network is shaping up 100 days into its mega-merger

The merger of VMLY&R with Wunderman Thompson under the unified banner of VML aimed to create a powerhouse entity focused on delivering creative solutions to big brands.

Smooth transition and positive mindset of employees have contributed to the successful merger, with little cultural friction and enthusiasm for the new unified identity. [ more ]

Inverse

Tech industry

How Apple Could Capitalize on Google's Chatbot Woes

During Apple's second-quarter earnings call, Tim Cook described AI as "clearly, very interesting" and an area the company has made "enormous progress" in.Siri hasn't exactly wowed the world with its capabilities - there's still the multiple timers issue, for one - but it seems that with the right approach, the company does have an opportunity.

Youcanbook

UX design

The story behind the YCBM redesign

As you may or may not know, YCBM has been solving scheduling problems for over 10 years!

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#talent-acquisition

Forbes

Marketing

Council Post: Six Ways Social Media Fuels B2B Startup Growth: Attracting Success

Social media can help B2B startups attract top-tier talent by highlighting positive company culture and team successes.

Using social media, B2B startups can enhance their reputation, attract press coverage, and facilitate easier funding rounds. [ more ]

Bloomberg

Privacy technologies

Bloomberg

Winning the talent war requires a comprehensive approach

Investing in employee development and engagement is key to retaining top talent [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Business

6 Ways You Can Stand Out and Attract Top Talent | Entrepreneur

A compelling company culture is one of the most significant draws for potential candidates.

Building an employer brand fosters a stronger pool of qualified applicants. [ more ]

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#compensation

TechRepublic

Startup companies

Startup Hiring: Building Your A-Team | TechRepublic

Developing the right team is crucial for startups in their volatile first year.

Compensation and benefits are important, but involving employees in the journey creates a sense of ownership. [ more ]

Harvard Business Review

#employee-dissatisfaction

Business

Should You Tell a Prospective Employer About Your Caregiving Responsibilities?

Picking up my phone, I saw the flash of a text from a dear friend."Mom [is] in terrible shape," my friend wrote."She can't live on her own anymore.

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TechSpot

DevOps

Are return-to-office mandates actually masquerading as "quiet firing"?

Remote work policies can be successful, like at Dell, impacting company culture positively.

Strict return-to-office mandates may create dissatisfaction among employees, leading to potential turnover and negative impacts. [ more ]

SFGATE

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Career

Google workers complain bosses are 'inept' and 'glassy-eyed'

Google employees are expressing dissatisfaction with company leadership and the direction of the company.

CEO Sundar Pichai defended layoffs and claimed that some workers were grateful for the changes. [ more ]

Futurism

Artificial intelligence

Stability AI CEO Disappeared in His Pajamas in Bizarre Incident

Stability AI emerged as a major player in the AI space through its advanced text-to-image AI that went viral among developers.

Despite external success and funding, internal chaos plagued Stability AI due to a lack of organization and structure. [ more ]

Harvard Business Review

Business

When Scaling Your Start-Up, Don't Lose What Makes It Special

Successful organizations have a common 'soul' made of strategic business intent, customer connection, and employee experience.

Preserving the essence of a company's early start-up days is crucial for long-term success. [ more ]

#business-growth

MarTech

Marketing

Transform your B2B brand: 7 strategic insights | MarTech

Starting with soul searching is essential for successful rebranding

Rebranding can be done efficiently without changing the company name [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Career

5 Ways to Keep Your Mission Intact as Your Team Grows | Entrepreneur

Gracefully scaling a business involves working closely with the right people and encouraging their growth.

Initial hires are crucial and should align with the company's vision for successful scaling. [ more ]

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www.fastcompany.com

Career

Companies are thinking all wrong about culture

Culture is not a static entity, but a living thing shaped by daily actions of team members.

Culture changes are reflected in behaviors defining relationships within the company. [ more ]

#employee-training

Entrepreneur

Career

3 Ways to Give New Employees a Great First Day | Entrepreneur

Train new employees in your organization's culture before on-the-job training.

Make new employees comfortable and excited by sharing stories and having coworkers explain the culture. [ more ]

TalentLMS Blog

Career

Build a crisis-ready workplace with crisis management training

Crisis management training is crucial for equipping employees with necessary skills.

Benefits of crisis management training include reduced downtime, enhanced brand protection, improved decision-making, and stronger company culture. [ more ]

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#communication

Independent

Career

Dear Vicki: My employees are too scared to speak up at company meetings - how can I encourage them to be more vocal?

Encourage feedback in different formats (one-on-one, anonymous channels)

Create opportunities for feedback without fear of reprisal [ more ]

www.housingwire.com

Career

Distinctive culture challenges call for specialized approaches in title agencies

Title agencies face challenges in developing a strong company culture due to the bifurcation of skills and the impending retirement of experienced professionals.

Creating a culture that unifies different generations starts with strong communication and aligning core values and mission. [ more ]

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Design Milk

Design

Intuit Designed Its New Atlanta Office Based On The Idea of A City

The new Intuit office in Atlanta is an innovative hub designed to support hybrid work.

The office was designed around the concept of a city with different neighborhoods to cater to diverse team needs. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Career

An ultimate guide to how businesses can adapt to Gen Z

Gen Z expected to make up 30% of the workforce by 2030

Key priorities for Gen Z job seekers include growth, work-life balance, and strong company culture. [ more ]

Medium

Startup companies

Company culture is more than just office perks

Company culture is crucial for employee motivation and productivity

Quality products solve real user problems effectively [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Marketing

Former CEO Be Courageous and Global Head of Culture at TikTok appointed Partners at Oxford Leadership Group

Global Leadership & Coaching Institute, Oxford Leadership has appointed two new Partners: Kyle Hermans and Michal Oshman.

The appointments support Oxford Leadership's global expansion and its focus on organizational transformation and leadership development. [ more ]

#work-life-balance

Social Media Explorer

Career

In the Driver's Seat: How Joe Webster Shapes A1 Auto Transport's Company Culture - Social Media Explorer

A1 Auto Transport's company culture emphasizes trust and empowers employees to voice their opinions and ideas.

Joe Webster prioritizes employee development and growth through continuous learning initiatives and mentorship opportunities. [ more ]

Slate Magazine

Career

The Five Words That Should Send You Running From Any Job

A family-like company can often indicate a dysfunctional work environment.

Employees in family-like workplaces are often expected to prioritize the company above their own interests. [ more ]

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ITPro

Business intelligence

How to grow your business with smarter decisions

Investing in innovation and digital transformation can help businesses thrive in uncertain economic times.

Creating a strong and cohesive company culture is crucial for long-term success in the face of economic uncertainty. [ more ]

The Drum

Career

What it is really like being an ad agency's personality hire

Being a 'personality hire' can bring career and agency benefits.

Knowing names is important and takes effort. [ more ]

#company culture

Entrepreneur

5 months ago

Career

Creating This Type of Culture Helped Our Company Triple in Size | Entrepreneur

Creating a culture of bold kindness is crucial for the growth and success of a company.

A culture of bold kindness involves shifting from a culture of "nice" to one of accountability and prioritizing personal wellbeing. [ more ]

Above the Law

5 months ago

Career

Defining Wins In-House

Defining a win as an in-house counsel can be challenging because the work is more than just resolving disputes or managing deals.

For in-house counsel, wins can be measured by the money made for the company, the impact on company culture, and the successful implementation of legal strategies.

Transitioning from private practice to in-house counsel requires a shift in mindset and understanding of how to provide value in a different context. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

6 months ago

Career

Boost Company Culture By Rethinking Your Organizational Structure | Entrepreneur

Company culture plays a foundational role in organizational success.

The structure of the organization itself is often overlooked but can have a significant impact on company culture. [ more ]

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#years

www.housingwire.com

11 months ago

Real estate

About 60% of mortgage pros are living paycheck to paycheck, study shows

About 60% of mortgage industry professionals in the U.S. are living paycheck to paycheck, an issue caused primarily by inflation, high interest rates and fewer deals, according to a study released this week by payroll technology company Everee.The survey of 314 U.S.-based professionals in the mortgage industry with commission-based roles also found that over 31% plan to leave the industry within the next year, and another 15% are unsure where their future in the mortgage industry stands, the survey results state.

Business Insider

Career

I got fired from my dream tech job but now I make more money and work less hours a week as a content creator. Here's how I built it up.

Zulie Rane makes six figures as a content creator after being fired from her job at a tech company.Being fired was difficult, but it was a blessing in disguise and now she loves her job.Rane said she had to figure out what she was good at to succeed in a new industry.Today, I'm a six-figure content creator.

www.cnn.com

US news

Amazon to require office workers to show up in person at least three days a week

Amazon is ordering thousands of its workers back to the office for at least three days per week, according to a company memo by CEO Andy Jassy on Friday.The move, which takes effect May 1, marks an end to the remote- or hybrid-friendly policy that had been in place at Amazon (AMZN) previously.It also comes a month after Amazon (AMZN) confirmed plans to lay off more than 18,000 workers amid broader uncertainty in the economy.

The Citizen

Remote teams

Time for the 'Great Return' to the office in 2023 | The Citizen

Worsening load shedding and a deepening recession may mean that it is time for employees to participate in the 'Great Return' to their offices in 2023, as working from home becomes increasingly difficult for some."It is not for the reasons we would have wished for, but the reality is people who enjoyed working from home may simply have little choice but to return to the office because offices are typically better equipped with alternative power sources or installing solar panels," says Linda Trim, director at Giant Leap, a workplace design consultancy.

TNW | House-Of-Talent

Web development

The top job perks to look for in 2023

Tech is notorious for its bountiful and fun perks: think nap pods, or free food including catered meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as open access to healthy snacks.On-site gyms too, are a frequent perk as are endless branded swag gifts-that Patagonia fleece vest being a strong contender among male finance and tech workers.

www.winemag.com

Wine

'I Have a Strong Social and Environmental Mission': 5 Questions with Camilla Lunelli

Camilla Lunelli knows a thing or two about sparkling wines.As Communications Director of Gruppo Lunelli, she represents the third generation of the Lunelli family to manage Italian sparkling wine house Ferrari Trento.But her interests go beyond bubbles.With experience working with humanitarian aid programs in Africa, including a posting in Niger for the United Nations, Lunelli is always thinking about how to effect meaningful change.

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#people

The Citizen

Remote teams

Is hybrid working actually working? | The Citizen

Many South African companies are now asking whether hybrid working is actually working as they step back and review their progress towards a new hybrid workplace.It is not always clear whether companies arrived at the right hybrid model that boosts individual productivity, team collaboration and organisational innovation.

Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being

Mental health

Insight Timer Review : Can It Be Your Chosen Meditation App?

While meditation has become a part of our daily routines, there are a lot of incentives that are now popping up in the market to help us with our practice.With so many meditation apps out there in the market and amid the fierce competition, there's one app that can be a good alternative to all those expensive ones.

Fatherly

Fathers

More Men Than Ever Are Getting Paid Leave. Why Aren't They Taking It?

Evan Porter, a 32-year-old Dad from Atlanta, worked at a marketing agency before his daughter was born.His company provided him two weeks of paid family leave and he was excited to take that time off to spend with his newborn, before returning to the workplace.The company, he says, was supportive.But then a blunter truth emerged: His new role as a father would not help him succeed.

TNW | House-Of-Talent

Web development

'What's your motivation for working here?' 5 non-cringey answers you can give

This article was originally published on .cultby Mikaella C. .cult is a Berlin-based community platform for developers.We write about all things career-related, make original documentaries, and share heaps of other untold developer stories from around the world.Your professional experience is great.

NewsChain

Productivity

When does stress become burnout - and what can you do about it?

Feeling stressed is a normal part of life, and we all have days, weeks or even months when things are just more stressful.So, how can we tell when we're moving beyond 'normal' stress and heading for burnout?"Stress can manifest in many forms, but we have all felt it," says Dr Seb Thompson, consultant clinical psychologist at Cygnet Health Care (cygnethealth.co.uk).

Harvard Business Review

Business

Job Rejection Doesn't Have to Sting

When you apply for a job at your dream company, you're hoping, maybe even praying, that you'll be successful in the interview process and receive an offer.After all, it's the company you've always wanted to work for.So when you don't get an offer, it can feel devastating - but it doesn't have to.Here's why rejection happens and how you can learn from it to position yourself for success in future interviews.

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Exchangewire

Marketing tech

ShowHeroes Partners with Cedara for Carbon Intelligence Software to Extend Media Sustainability Strategy

Cedara, the first end-to-end carbon intelligence platform empowering businesses and their employees to seamlessly take climate action, is announcing its collaboration with ShowHeroes, a global independent leader in digital video content, tech, and advertising solutions.By leveraging Cedara's Enterprise product, ShowHeroes will holistically measure its carbon footprint across business operations, as well as their ad tech and publisher partners, and ultimately share emissions data seamlessly to media buying partners such as brands and advertising agencies.

www.independent.co.uk

Productivity

When does stress become burnout and what can you do about it?

Feeling stressed is a normal part of life, and we all have days, weeks or even months when things are just more stressful.So, how can we tell when we're moving beyond normal' stress and heading for burnout?Stress can manifest in many forms, but we have all felt it, says Dr Seb Thompson, consultant clinical psychologist at Cygnet Health Care (cygnethealth.co.uk).

#apple-podcasts

Digiday

Podcast

Flexibility is the name of the game: The Return podcast, episode 4

| By Kimeko McCoy

It's been six months since Atlanta advertising agency Fitzco officially returned to the office.

Digiday

Podcast

Introducing The Return, a podcast about how the advertising industry is making its way back to the office

| By Kimeko McCoy

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#opportunity

MoneyWise