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Careers
fromFast Company
3 days ago

No, you can't upskill your culture. But you can upskill your leaders

Unconscious communication habits significantly impact organizational culture and employee engagement.
Philosophy
fromFast Company
5 hours ago

Why you should stop asking 'why' at work

Artistic questioning fosters creativity, but in business, it often leads to defensiveness and conflict due to perceived judgment.
Careers
fromFast Company
3 days ago

No, you can't upskill your culture. But you can upskill your leaders

Unconscious communication habits significantly impact organizational culture and employee engagement.
Remote teams
fromPsychology Today
20 hours ago

From Crisis to Continuity: The Human Impact of Workplace Disruption

Organizations must shift from 'if' to 'when' regarding crisis preparedness, focusing on human impact and corporate culture for resilient recovery.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How to Build a More Participatory Democracy With Psychology

Voter turnout is influenced by motivation, ability, and the difficulty of voting, with systemic barriers disproportionately affecting marginalized groups.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 days ago

Government adoption of AI agents could outpace the private sector

Agentic AI adoption in government is a leadership mandate, with 82% already using it and 71% planning to increase usage by 2026-2027.
#lori-chavez-deremer
#workplace-issues
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago
Careers

We're Going to Have to Let Our Receptionist Go for What Feels Like a Cruel Reason. I Wish It Didn't Have to Be This Way.

A law firm faces staffing issues due to a receptionist's childcare problems, impacting office operations and client interactions.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I've Worked Tirelessly to Get One of Our Best Employees a Promotion. Then I Learned What the Bosses Have in Store for Him Instead.

First-time manager struggles to secure a raise and promotion for an exemplary employee amid company staffing issues and financial constraints.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

We're Going to Have to Let Our Receptionist Go for What Feels Like a Cruel Reason. I Wish It Didn't Have to Be This Way.

A law firm faces staffing issues due to a receptionist's childcare problems, impacting office operations and client interactions.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I've Worked Tirelessly to Get One of Our Best Employees a Promotion. Then I Learned What the Bosses Have in Store for Him Instead.

First-time manager struggles to secure a raise and promotion for an exemplary employee amid company staffing issues and financial constraints.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

McSweeney denies bullying civil servants into appointing Mandelson

Morgan McSweeney denied bullying claims regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador, asserting he took responsibility for the decision.
Information security
fromForbes
3 days ago

How To Spot A Fake Candidate Before You Hire One

Deepfake technology is increasingly used in hiring fraud, posing significant challenges for recruiters and companies.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

LAFD's culture of obedience runs deep. Firefighters say they fear retaliation from bosses

The Los Angeles Fire Department's culture discourages questioning orders, leading to tragic consequences during emergencies.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
4 days ago

Why So Many Mayors Are Quitting | The Walrus

Record numbers of mayors and municipal councillors in Canada are resigning due to intense workloads, low salaries, and harassment incidents.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Microsoft Offers Veteran Employees One-Time Retirement Buyouts

Microsoft offers early retirement buyouts to employees with 70 years of combined age and service.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromMission Local
4 days ago

New police and fire contracts will add $100M to S.F.'s $634M deficit

Recent union contracts for police and firefighters will cost San Francisco an additional $100 million over two years and $300 million over four years.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

127 SF City Workers Get Pink Slips, With Another Possible 370 to Go

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie initiated layoffs to address a $400 million budget deficit, affecting 127 workers across 18 departments.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
4 days ago

New police and fire contracts will add $100M to S.F.'s $634M deficit

Recent union contracts for police and firefighters will cost San Francisco an additional $100 million over two years and $300 million over four years.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

127 SF City Workers Get Pink Slips, With Another Possible 370 to Go

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie initiated layoffs to address a $400 million budget deficit, affecting 127 workers across 18 departments.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
Boston
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

A Solid Management Guideline: Use Common Sense

Management decisions under stress can prioritize production over employee well-being, leading to tragic outcomes.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Workplace Details That Can Make or Break Your Day

Day-to-day workplace conditions significantly influence employee engagement, productivity, and retention.
Non-profit organizations
fromWIRED
4 days ago

USAID Whistleblower Says It Was Even Worse Than People Knew

DOGE's takeover of USAID led to severe funding cuts, resulting in significant humanitarian crises and a drastic reduction in agency staff.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NYC government has nearly 14,000 job vacancies. Is City Hall better off not filling them amid a budget crisis? | amNewYork

City Council and City Hall are addressing a $5.4 billion budget shortfall with creative solutions and proposed tax measures.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Teachers, Firefighters, and Federal Employees: Your Social Security Benefits Just Got Bigger

The Social Security Fairness Act eliminated provisions that reduced benefits for earners with non-covered pensions, affecting many retirees.
#healthcare
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Op-Ed | Why NYC's New Health Plan Is Failing Its Workforce | amNewYork

New York City's transition to a new health plan has disrupted access to care for many municipal employees and retirees.
fromFortune
4 weeks ago
Careers

Your employee benefits package is a hostage situation. Here's the proof - and the fix | Fortune

Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Op-Ed | Why NYC's New Health Plan Is Failing Its Workforce | amNewYork

New York City's transition to a new health plan has disrupted access to care for many municipal employees and retirees.
Careers
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

Your employee benefits package is a hostage situation. Here's the proof - and the fix | Fortune

Employers in the U.S. leverage healthcare access as a means of coercion, impacting employee motivation and performance.
#labor-department
Women
fromFast Company
6 days ago

How to respond to 'benevolent sexism' at work

Benevolent sexism, while appearing positive, undermines women's careers by reducing self-esteem and increasing emotional exhaustion.
#trump-administration
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Labor Secretary Out Over Good Old-Fashioned Scandal

Donald Trump has removed three Cabinet members, including Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, due to various scandals and allegations of misconduct.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

Trump's second-term appointments created the wealthiest presidential administration, emphasizing ties between private sector and government.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Labor Secretary Out Over Good Old-Fashioned Scandal

Donald Trump has removed three Cabinet members, including Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, due to various scandals and allegations of misconduct.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

Trump's second-term appointments created the wealthiest presidential administration, emphasizing ties between private sector and government.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

After dodging massive strike, a major NYC union struggles to dodge criticism about how it represents workers | amNewYork

Union members express concerns about representation and support from 32BJ SEIU despite a recent labor contract agreement.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The rise of days-long (and often unpaid) 'work trials' for job applicants

Work trials are increasingly used by employers to evaluate candidates' real-world skills amidst a flood of similar applications.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Changing ideas of respect and power are transforming China's workplaces. Here's what you need to know

ByteDance's shift from formal to informal address reflects evolving business culture in China, emphasizing equality while still valuing traditional respect and hierarchy.
#civil-service
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Starmer sends 'chill' through civil service, union boss says

Sir Keir Starmer's dismissal of a lead civil servant has created tension within the civil service and raised concerns about political expediency in job security.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Starmer sends 'chill' through civil service, union boss says

Sir Keir Starmer's dismissal of a lead civil servant has created tension within the civil service and raised concerns about political expediency in job security.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

She raised concerns about her company's contracts with ICE. Then she lost her job

Instead of addressing our concerns, our legitimate concerns instead, they turn toward investigating me. And I was instrumental in leading the group. So I think that clearly they were trying to chill [the] activity of workers and that should scare every worker across the country.
US news
Psychology
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Want to improve your work relationships? Try this

Building relationships with diverse values can enhance professional connections and personal growth.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

I Know My Company Doesn't Frown Upon Workplace Romance. But One Employee Is Taking It Too Far.

Addressing inappropriate workplace behavior is essential, even if it doesn't violate company policy.
Remote teams
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

IRS lacks transparent plans to leverage tech in the face of staffing cuts, GAO and employees say

The IRS aims to modernize technology while reducing staff, but lacks transparency and clarity in its long-term plans.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

'This Makes Me Super Uncomfortable': Meta's Plan to Track Employees' Every Click and Keystroke Sparks Backlash

Meta is installing tracking software on U.S. employees' computers to create AI training data from their work activities.
#telework
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
2 weeks ago

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
2 weeks ago

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

Former top civil servant 'in the dark' over reasons for his sacking - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"I don't fully understand the reasons that I'm in the position I am in, but that is for a separate process for me to try to get to the bottom of."
UK politics
Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

GSA and OPM will soon share the same headquarters

GSA and OPM will co-locate in a renovated building to enhance collaboration and reduce federal real estate occupancy.
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

Injury from 'return-to-office' mandate qualifies for workers' comp, state Supreme Court rules

A Minnesota Supreme Court ruling grants workers' compensation to an employee injured while preparing to return to the office during the pandemic.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Trump Admin Seeks Sweeping Access to Federal Workers' Health Records

The Trump administration seeks access to detailed medical records of federal workers and retirees, raising concerns about privacy and data security.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

'Dear America': HUD workers say they're being blocked from doing their jobs

"This administration has ground fair housing enforcement to a halt. Worse, they're picking and choosing which protected classes count."
US news
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Self-serving stuff': anger remains high in Whitehall over Olly Robbins sacking

Keir Starmer's dismissal of Olly Robbins has sparked outrage within Whitehall, highlighting tensions between the civil service and political leadership.
Remote teams
fromLexington Herald Leader
4 days ago

KY Transportation Cabinet could lose staff if remote work is eliminated, groups say

Remote work benefits Kentucky Transportation Cabinet employees and may prevent talent loss amid legislative changes restricting telecommuting options.
Careers
fromYourTango
4 days ago

11 Career-Ending Habits Of People Who Make Terrible Co-Workers

Navigating office politics is essential for career growth, and recognizing detrimental habits can improve workplace relationships.
Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

House Dems: OPM 'omitted' employee departures from retirement backlog investigation

House Democrats criticize OPM for incomplete responses regarding the federal retirement backlog, which has exceeded 50,000 pending cases.
Remote teams
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Benefits like parental leave and PTO are on the chopping block. Here's what readers are saying.

Workers prioritize paid time off, and recent reductions by companies like Zoom and Deloitte have sparked significant concern and debate.
#salary-negotiation
Careers
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

The Job Benefits Most Men Don't Know to Negotiate

Focusing solely on base salary can lead to missing out on valuable non-cash benefits that enhance overall compensation.
Careers
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

The Job Benefits Most Men Don't Know to Negotiate

Focusing solely on base salary can lead to missing out on valuable non-cash benefits that enhance overall compensation.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

There's Only One Way to Get More Money at Work. Some People Absolutely Refuse to Do It.

Many people do not negotiate their salaries, often accepting initial offers due to fear of appearing greedy.
fromLexington Herald Leader
5 days ago

Remote work options could change for some KY state employees

Under House Bill 501, 'employees of the Transportation Cabinet shall not be permitted to telecommute unless specifically exempted by the Secretary of the Transportation Cabinet.' This provision was vetoed by Governor Andy Beshear but was overridden by the legislature.
Remote teams
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Agency data leads worry about staff capacity to tackle statutory requirements, survey finds

Among the 189 CDO and other data leader respondents to the annual survey conducted by the nonprofit, nonpartisan Data Foundation, about 40% said they had lost six or more employees last year.
EU data protection
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Boss Keeps Sending Me Cryptic and Infuriating Messages. I Ignore Them Every Time.

Workplace dynamics can be challenging, especially when a supervisor's behavior feels condescending despite a strong work ethic and experience.
#layoffs
Remote teams
fromForbes
6 days ago

Layoffs Are A Leadership Test For Executives

Effective leadership during layoffs is crucial for maintaining trust and organizational performance.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Psychology

No one knows how to do layoffs. The psychology secrets to doing it humanely

Conducting layoffs causes lasting operational and moral stress for managers, producing anxiety, guilt, and conflict between company duty and personal values.
Remote teams
fromForbes
6 days ago

Layoffs Are A Leadership Test For Executives

Effective leadership during layoffs is crucial for maintaining trust and organizational performance.
Remote teams
fromInc
6 days ago

Why So Many Workers Say the Office is Making Them Look Worse

Employees are increasingly blaming poor office air quality for negative health effects and appearance changes, leading to resistance against in-person work mandates.
Law
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Can you get fired for calling your CEO a "rich jerk"? This company says yes

The NLRB argued that Atlassian illegally fired an engineer for criticizing the CEO over a restructuring plan, establishing potential protections for employee speech about working conditions.
#leadership-trust
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

4 Ways CEOs Break Employee Trust (and How to Rebuild It)

Trust erodes when leaders spin stories, make exceptions to values, use excessive control, and exploit talent market changes; trusted leaders prioritize transparency, avoid micromanagement, own mistakes, and consistently deliver on promises.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Half of Your Employees Don't Trust You. Here's How to Change That

Leaders build trust by showing up physically, remaining present, inviting difficult questions, maintaining transparency, communicating consistently, living their values, and empowering teams with genuine ownership and decision-making authority.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

4 Ways CEOs Break Employee Trust (and How to Rebuild It)

Trust erodes when leaders spin stories, make exceptions to values, use excessive control, and exploit talent market changes; trusted leaders prioritize transparency, avoid micromanagement, own mistakes, and consistently deliver on promises.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Half of Your Employees Don't Trust You. Here's How to Change That

Leaders build trust by showing up physically, remaining present, inviting difficult questions, maintaining transparency, communicating consistently, living their values, and empowering teams with genuine ownership and decision-making authority.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

I Stayed Loyal to One Company for Longer Than Most People Do. The Hard Part About Leaving Is Surprising Me.

Consider pursuing a new job opportunity despite feelings of loyalty and guilt towards the current employer.
#federal-workforce
fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

Trump admin green lights rule making it easier to fire thousands of federal employees

fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

Trump admin green lights rule making it easier to fire thousands of federal employees

fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Officer who ran pizza company on sick leave fired

well enough to work but not well enough to serve the public in any capacity
Miscellaneous
Canada news
fromYahoo News
2 months ago

'Nothing is off the table': PSAC threatens 'legal action' over new office mandate for public servants

PSAC says the federal government's order to require most public servants to work four days in-office weekly constitutes grounds for legal action.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

How to Win Big With Public-Sector Partners

Understanding the difference in purpose Unlike private businesses, which exist to make a profit, public institutions are designed to create impact - especially social and economic outcomes that benefit everyone, not just paying customers. A public agency doesn't measure its success in revenue or margins, but in how much it improves lives, builds equity and maintains public trust. This doesn't mean budgets and spending don't matter - they absolutely do - but money is not the goal. It's the tool.
World politics
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

City Hall policing office staff to strike over pay

MOPAC staff will strike three days over an imposed 2% pay award seen as a real-terms cut and lowest increase across the GLA.
Remote teams
fromCity AM
1 month ago

The Debate: Is employee tracking justified in the modern workplace?

Tracking junior employees' work hours ensures accountability and productivity, addressing issues of underreporting and resource allocation.
fromKqed
1 month ago

State Workers Push for Telework Options | KQED

Almost a quarter of adults in Humboldt County are enrolled in CalFresh. This puts the county at the 9th highest enrollment in California, up from 19th in 2014. About 14% of California residents use CalFresh, the state's version of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. But usage in the far northern portion of the state is much higher, according to a report from the University of California, Davis.
California
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 months ago

Alberta government workers return to office, but not without a protest

One of the rationale provided by the government [to] cancel the program was that they were hoping to revitalize the downtown core in various locations across the province and having members return to work would be the magic sauce,
Canada news
fromBloomberglaw
1 month ago

Punching In: Labor Department Watchdog Pressed on His Future

I'm here on this panel today answering your questions as the inspector general. I hope if you are indeed doing this that you do resign. I am well aware of the Hatch Act. The inspector general is currently heading an investigation into both Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, who is accused of committing travel fraud and having an affair with her bodyguard, and the secretary's husband Shawn DeRemer, who allegedly assaulted at least two female department employees.
US politics
US politics
fromFortune
2 months ago

The leaders' guide to handling an ICE visit in the workplace | Fortune

Employers must tailor their response to ICE depending on the document type: I-9 audit, administrative warrant, or judicial warrant, each allowing different employer actions.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Psychology of Fair Labor

Decent work—encompassing safety, fair hours, adequate pay, healthcare access, and alignment with personal values—is essential for mental and physical health, while its absence creates chronic stress and undermines overall well-being.
US news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What even is a 'low-hire, low-fire' environment?

The U.S. labor market shows low hiring and concentrated large layoffs, producing mixed signals of modest job gains alongside fewer available jobs and slower reemployment.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Emergency loans offered to civil servants waiting on pensions

Civil servants facing pension-payment delays are offered interest-free hardship loans up to 10,000; urgent cases prioritised and extra staff hired to clear the backlog.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

New Trump administration rule makes it easier to fire career civil servants

OPM will reclassify about 50,000 senior career federal employees as at-will, allowing expedited removal for misconduct or intentionally subverting Presidential directives.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Can a council do five days' work in four?

South Cambridgeshire District Council adopted a 32-hour, four-day week and reports improved retention, higher applicant numbers, agency savings, and maintained or improved most service metrics.
Remote teams
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
1 month ago

Manager lists out what she does and doesn't care about employees - it's a must-read for every boss

The pandemic transformed work culture by normalizing remote work and forcing companies to prioritize employee mental health and personal circumstances alongside professional responsibilities.
Careers
fromYourTango
2 months ago

CEO Says Most Workers Lose Respect For A Boss Who's Not Willing To Talk About This Once Taboo Thing

Workers prioritize pay transparency over flexibility; employers must adopt transparent salary practices to remain competitive amid widespread inflation-driven financial strain.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

How To Ask For Flexible Work, Even If Your Company Enforces An RTO

Employees should reframe flexible work requests as strategic business discussions rather than personal favors, emphasizing productivity gains and cost savings for employers.
Remote teams
fromUNILAD Tech
1 month ago

Cop fired after being caught using 'deceitful' work-from-home hack

A police officer was terminated and banned from law enforcement after using a photo frame device to fake activity on her work-from-home laptop by generating artificial keystrokes.
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