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Remote teams
fromYourTango
1 month ago

11 Things Gen Z Wants At Work That Boomers Find Totally Unrealistic

Gen Z is reshaping work culture with demands for flexibility, remote options, and a focus on mental health.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

California orders nearly 100,000 workers to return to offices

Governor Newsom mandates state workers to return to office four days a week, emphasizing collaboration and innovation.
Exemptions are allowed for specific circumstances regarding remote work arrangements.
Remote teams
fromPublicSource
2 months ago

Trump and Musk oppose remote work, but Pittsburghers like it

Pittsburgh's workforce favors remote work options established during the pandemic, despite pressures from some leaders to return to traditional office settings.
Remote teams
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Uber orders employees back to office 3 days per week as company cracks down on remote work: report

Uber mandates three office days for employees, reducing remote work.
Leadership believes in-person collaboration enhances creativity and productivity.
Digital life
fromIT Pro
5 days ago

What are digital nomads and how easy is it for businesses to cater for them?

Digital nomadism is growing as technology enables remote work and travel for employees.
Remote teams
fromMashable India
1 month ago

Remote Work Helps The Environment. Here's How.

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered work routines, leading to increased remote work and a notable reduction in carbon emissions from vehicular traffic.
Remote teams
fromYourTango
1 month ago

11 Things Gen Z Wants At Work That Boomers Find Totally Unrealistic

Gen Z is reshaping work culture with demands for flexibility, remote options, and a focus on mental health.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

California orders nearly 100,000 workers to return to offices

Governor Newsom mandates state workers to return to office four days a week, emphasizing collaboration and innovation.
Exemptions are allowed for specific circumstances regarding remote work arrangements.
Remote teams
fromPublicSource
2 months ago

Trump and Musk oppose remote work, but Pittsburghers like it

Pittsburgh's workforce favors remote work options established during the pandemic, despite pressures from some leaders to return to traditional office settings.
Remote teams
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Uber orders employees back to office 3 days per week as company cracks down on remote work: report

Uber mandates three office days for employees, reducing remote work.
Leadership believes in-person collaboration enhances creativity and productivity.
Digital life
fromIT Pro
5 days ago

What are digital nomads and how easy is it for businesses to cater for them?

Digital nomadism is growing as technology enables remote work and travel for employees.
Remote teams
fromMashable India
1 month ago

Remote Work Helps The Environment. Here's How.

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered work routines, leading to increased remote work and a notable reduction in carbon emissions from vehicular traffic.
more#remote-work
fromThe Local France
6 days ago
Paris food

French Word of the Day: Jour chome

'Jour chômé' refers to a mandatory non-working day in France, distinct from public holidays.
May Day (May 1st) is the only legally mandated 'jour chômé' where working requires extra pay.
Digital life
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

China's broke and burned-out young workers are coming together under a new banner: 'rat people'

China's 'lying flat' movement has evolved into 'rat people' culture, where young people celebrate doing nothing as a rebellion against work pressures.
#work-life-balance
fromEntrepreneur
4 weeks ago
Mental health

Work-Life Balance Is Outdated. Here's a Better Approach. | Entrepreneur

Embrace a modern approach to work-life integration instead of pursuing outdated balance models.
Develop self-awareness as a crucial step towards effective work-life harmony.
Be intentional with your time to thrive in both work and life.
fromThred Website
1 month ago
Productivity

New study pinpoints 'optimal' length of a regular working week - Thred Website

The optimal workweek length is determined to be 37 hours based on recent findings.
fromwww.yourtango.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Worker Feels 'Drained' From Making 'Stupid Money' By Pretending To Care At His Job 'The Emotional Tax Is Brutal'

High pay can come with significant personal costs and burnout.
fromDeseret News
3 months ago
Remote teams

Burnout epidemic: The true cost of incessant work connectivity

Many employees struggle to disconnect from work during vacations, impacting their work-life balance.
fromEntrepreneur
4 weeks ago
Mental health

Work-Life Balance Is Outdated. Here's a Better Approach. | Entrepreneur

Embrace a modern approach to work-life integration instead of pursuing outdated balance models.
Develop self-awareness as a crucial step towards effective work-life harmony.
Be intentional with your time to thrive in both work and life.
fromThred Website
1 month ago
Productivity

New study pinpoints 'optimal' length of a regular working week - Thred Website

The optimal workweek length is determined to be 37 hours based on recent findings.
fromwww.yourtango.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Worker Feels 'Drained' From Making 'Stupid Money' By Pretending To Care At His Job 'The Emotional Tax Is Brutal'

High pay can come with significant personal costs and burnout.
fromDeseret News
3 months ago
Remote teams

Burnout epidemic: The true cost of incessant work connectivity

Many employees struggle to disconnect from work during vacations, impacting their work-life balance.
more#work-life-balance
fromVulture
4 weeks ago
Relationships

Which White Lotus Employees Deserve a Raise?

White Lotus jobs provide unique perks amidst an eccentric and challenging work environment.
#millennials
more#millennials
Fashion & style
fromWhoWhatWear
1 month ago

This 9-to-5 Look Was All Over the Runway and Is Taking Over in 2025

Fashion is becoming more desirable as traditional office wear shifts from necessity to personal choice due to hybrid work environments.
#return-to-office
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 months ago

Council Post: Why A Counterculture Approach To RTO Is The Key To High Growth

Flexible work-from-home policies can be more beneficial for productivity and goal achievement than strict return-to-office mandates.
Remote teams
fromAxios
2 months ago

In-person work doubled over the past year, survey finds

The share of in-person workers doubled in 2024 as employers emphasize return-to-office policies.
Executives believe productivity is higher in-person despite research suggesting otherwise.
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 months ago

Council Post: Why A Counterculture Approach To RTO Is The Key To High Growth

Flexible work-from-home policies can be more beneficial for productivity and goal achievement than strict return-to-office mandates.
Remote teams
fromAxios
2 months ago

In-person work doubled over the past year, survey finds

The share of in-person workers doubled in 2024 as employers emphasize return-to-office policies.
Executives believe productivity is higher in-person despite research suggesting otherwise.
more#return-to-office
#well-being
Mental health
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Gen Z employees are never at their desks - and it's driving their bosses crazy

Gen Zers prioritize comfort and well-being in the workplace, incorporating snack breaks to enhance office culture.
fromBig Think
2 months ago
Remote teams

Leaders: Your well-being fix should be your highest priority

Developing a positive work culture is crucial for attracting talent and promoting business success.
Employee well-being significantly affects performance and retention.
Mental health
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Gen Z employees are never at their desks - and it's driving their bosses crazy

Gen Zers prioritize comfort and well-being in the workplace, incorporating snack breaks to enhance office culture.
fromBig Think
2 months ago
Remote teams

Leaders: Your well-being fix should be your highest priority

Developing a positive work culture is crucial for attracting talent and promoting business success.
Employee well-being significantly affects performance and retention.
more#well-being
#google
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Sergey Brin says RTO is key to Google winning the AGI race | TechCrunch

Sergey Brin urges Google employees to work in-office every weekday to enhance productivity in the race for AGI.
London startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Googlers have questions for the company after getting smaller pay bumps

Google employees are unhappy with recent compensation reductions amid industry-wide shifts toward efficiency.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Sergey Brin says RTO is key to Google winning the AGI race | TechCrunch

Sergey Brin urges Google employees to work in-office every weekday to enhance productivity in the race for AGI.
London startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Googlers have questions for the company after getting smaller pay bumps

Google employees are unhappy with recent compensation reductions amid industry-wide shifts toward efficiency.
more#google
#mental-health
Wellness
fromFast Company
2 months ago

8 strategies for leaders to create a meaningful work culture

Leaders can create appealing workplaces through simple, incremental changes rather than overhauling culture completely.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Mental health

I'm an Air Force veteran who moved to Mexico after living in the US for 42 years. I made the right choice.

The author reflects on the disillusionment felt after serving in the Air Force and the realization that hard work did not guarantee fulfillment.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago
Remote teams

How London's Work Culture is Changing Health Habits

London's work culture is shifting towards flexibility and mental health emphasis, moving away from the traditional 'always-on' mentality.
Wellness
fromFast Company
2 months ago

8 strategies for leaders to create a meaningful work culture

Leaders can create appealing workplaces through simple, incremental changes rather than overhauling culture completely.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Mental health

I'm an Air Force veteran who moved to Mexico after living in the US for 42 years. I made the right choice.

The author reflects on the disillusionment felt after serving in the Air Force and the realization that hard work did not guarantee fulfillment.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago
Remote teams

How London's Work Culture is Changing Health Habits

London's work culture is shifting towards flexibility and mental health emphasis, moving away from the traditional 'always-on' mentality.
more#mental-health
#innovation
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Startup companies

Snap's CEO sets new hires up to fail on their 1st day. He says it makes them more creative.

Snap encourages new hires to pitch ideas on their first day to foster creativity and reduce fear of failure.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago
Remote teams

Copper Mountain Technologies is Investing in People and State-of-the-Art Technology

CMT emphasizes hiring passionate individuals who align with its mission to innovate RF test solutions.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Startup companies

Snap's CEO sets new hires up to fail on their 1st day. He says it makes them more creative.

Snap encourages new hires to pitch ideas on their first day to foster creativity and reduce fear of failure.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago
Remote teams

Copper Mountain Technologies is Investing in People and State-of-the-Art Technology

CMT emphasizes hiring passionate individuals who align with its mission to innovate RF test solutions.
more#innovation
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago
Los Angeles

How much do Fresno residents work? Commute? New study ranks hardest working cities in US

Fresno ranked low in work ethic, highlighting a laid-back lifestyle despite being among California's larger cities.
#professionalism
fromTiny Buddha
1 month ago
Relationships

From Professional to Personal: The Unexpected Joy of Workplace Friendship - Tiny Buddha

Work culture promotes isolation despite encouraging connection among colleagues.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Writing

My close friend is now my direct manager. We used to party together, but now she's decides if I deserve a raise.

Navigating friendships in the workplace can be challenging, especially when roles shift from peer to manager.
fromTiny Buddha
1 month ago
Relationships

From Professional to Personal: The Unexpected Joy of Workplace Friendship - Tiny Buddha

Work culture promotes isolation despite encouraging connection among colleagues.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Writing

My close friend is now my direct manager. We used to party together, but now she's decides if I deserve a raise.

Navigating friendships in the workplace can be challenging, especially when roles shift from peer to manager.
more#professionalism
#technology
Digital life
fromMedium
2 months ago

The Infinite To-Do List: AI Could End Busywork (But It Probably Won't)

Technological advancements predicted to reduce work hours have led to increased busyness instead.
Productivity
fromHackernoon
1 month ago

Technology Was Meant to Make Work Easier, but Has it Just Made us Busier? | HackerNoon

Technology complicates work rather than simplifying it, leading to increased busyness without true productivity.
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Musk's move fast mantra won't work in US government

Elon Musk's influence on US government is ushering in radical changes in work culture, emphasizing a tech-driven approach that may conflict with established norms.
Digital life
fromMedium
2 months ago

The Infinite To-Do List: AI Could End Busywork (But It Probably Won't)

Technological advancements predicted to reduce work hours have led to increased busyness instead.
Productivity
fromHackernoon
1 month ago

Technology Was Meant to Make Work Easier, but Has it Just Made us Busier? | HackerNoon

Technology complicates work rather than simplifying it, leading to increased busyness without true productivity.
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Musk's move fast mantra won't work in US government

Elon Musk's influence on US government is ushering in radical changes in work culture, emphasizing a tech-driven approach that may conflict with established norms.
more#technology
#career-development
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago
Startup companies

Top 5 best places to work, according to Glassdoor

Bain and Company, Crew Car Wash, In-N-Out Burger, Nvidia, and Eli Lilly topped Glassdoor's 2025 best places to work list.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Startup companies

5 ways to compete for talent when you're on a budget

Building a positive workplace culture can attract talent even in competitive salary environments.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago
Startup companies

Top 5 best places to work, according to Glassdoor

Bain and Company, Crew Car Wash, In-N-Out Burger, Nvidia, and Eli Lilly topped Glassdoor's 2025 best places to work list.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Startup companies

5 ways to compete for talent when you're on a budget

Building a positive workplace culture can attract talent even in competitive salary environments.
more#career-development
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago
Women in technology

Interview: Cynthia Stoddard, CIO, Adobe | Computer Weekly

Cynthia Stoddard aims to transform work culture at Adobe through strategic initiatives and improved alignment between IT and business.
fromPartners in Fire
1 month ago
Startup companies

Corporate Buzzwords that Make Us Roll Our Eyes So Hard We See Behind Us - Partners in Fire

Corporate buzzwords often obscure meaning and frustrate employees.
Many overused terms reflect a lack of genuine communication.
The toxicity of some corporate lingo impacts employee morale.
#job-satisfaction
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Work Culture in an Era of Mass Layoffs

Work perception significantly influences overall wellbeing.
Unemployment impacts happiness more than major life events like marriage or divorce.
Leisure time alone doesn't guarantee happiness; having purpose is key.
fromwww.bournemouthecho.co.uk
3 months ago
Remote teams

More than 200 UK companies switching to 4 day working weeks

A four-day working week promotes employee well-being without loss of pay, increasing job satisfaction and productivity.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Work Culture in an Era of Mass Layoffs

Work perception significantly influences overall wellbeing.
Unemployment impacts happiness more than major life events like marriage or divorce.
Leisure time alone doesn't guarantee happiness; having purpose is key.
fromwww.bournemouthecho.co.uk
3 months ago
Remote teams

More than 200 UK companies switching to 4 day working weeks

A four-day working week promotes employee well-being without loss of pay, increasing job satisfaction and productivity.
more#job-satisfaction
#personal-development
fromMedium
1 month ago
Mindfulness

Don't become the butthead

Difficult people ('B'OBs') can damage workplace culture, and confronting them can lead to similar negative behaviors in oneself.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

I'm Extremely Competitive - Here's How I Keep It from Becoming a Problem | Entrepreneur

Healthy competition fuels growth, but it can also hinder relationships and personal satisfaction if not properly managed.
fromMedium
1 month ago
Mindfulness

Don't become the butthead

Difficult people ('B'OBs') can damage workplace culture, and confronting them can lead to similar negative behaviors in oneself.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

I'm Extremely Competitive - Here's How I Keep It from Becoming a Problem | Entrepreneur

Healthy competition fuels growth, but it can also hinder relationships and personal satisfaction if not properly managed.
more#personal-development
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Careless People: A Story of Where I Used to Work by Sarah Wynn-Williams review a former disciple unfriends Facebook

Wynn-Williams critiques the toxic work culture at Facebook and how it pressures women to prioritize work over personal well-being.
fromNBC News
1 month ago
US politics

Federal workers cast Trump's many Mar-a-Lago trips as working from home

Trump's mandate for federal employees to return to the office contradicts his own work habits, revealing a perceived double standard.
#elon-musk
Washington DC
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Dark Days in the DOGE Dorm

Elon Musk's team is converting government offices into living spaces while trying to drastically cut federal spending, leading to significant errors and controversies.
fromRaw Story
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

DOGE workers 'shacking up' in federal buildings with sleep pods - some with family: report

Elon Musk is applying his rigorous work ethic to Washington, D.C., introducing unorthodox practices like office sleep pods and significant budget cuts.
Washington DC
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Dark Days in the DOGE Dorm

Elon Musk's team is converting government offices into living spaces while trying to drastically cut federal spending, leading to significant errors and controversies.
fromRaw Story
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

DOGE workers 'shacking up' in federal buildings with sleep pods - some with family: report

Elon Musk is applying his rigorous work ethic to Washington, D.C., introducing unorthodox practices like office sleep pods and significant budget cuts.
more#elon-musk
#team-performance
Productivity
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Leaders: Sometimes your best move is calling a 'time-out'

Strategic time-outs in business enhance focus, prevent burnout, and ensure teams progress in the right direction.
Remote teams
fromInfoQ
1 month ago

The (Not So) Hidden Social Drivers Behind the Highest Performing Engineering Teams

Social interactions significantly impact the performance of engineering teams.
Understanding social dynamics is crucial for achieving high performance in teamwork.
Productivity
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Leaders: Sometimes your best move is calling a 'time-out'

Strategic time-outs in business enhance focus, prevent burnout, and ensure teams progress in the right direction.
Remote teams
fromInfoQ
1 month ago

The (Not So) Hidden Social Drivers Behind the Highest Performing Engineering Teams

Social interactions significantly impact the performance of engineering teams.
Understanding social dynamics is crucial for achieving high performance in teamwork.
more#team-performance
Film
fromAnOther
2 months ago

The Best Films to See This March

The film critiques modern work culture and existential meaning through the narrative of an expendable character.
Bong Joon Ho explores themes of identity and duplicity within an oppressive work environment.
#severance
Television
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | What Is Severance' About?

Severance critiques the American work experience through a sci-fi lens, exemplifying work-life separation and its implications on identity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Severance, TV's most mind-bending show, returns: Even my landlord asked what's going on with the goats'

Severance, a show about work-life disconnection, became a hit despite initial doubts from its star Adam Scott about audience reception.
Television
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | What Is Severance' About?

Severance critiques the American work experience through a sci-fi lens, exemplifying work-life separation and its implications on identity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Severance, TV's most mind-bending show, returns: Even my landlord asked what's going on with the goats'

Severance, a show about work-life disconnection, became a hit despite initial doubts from its star Adam Scott about audience reception.
more#severance
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I told him to stop': the elite restaurant culture that consumed me

The dining experience at Jean-Georges emphasizes strict decorum, creating an atmosphere that stifles individuality and joy in both staff and diners.
#team-building
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago
Remote teams

The Top Team-Building Activities for Companies in the UK

Team building activities enhance communication and collaboration among employees.
Outdoor adventures like kayaking and hiking strengthen teamwork and resilience.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago
Remote teams

The Top Team-Building Activities for Companies in the UK

Team building activities enhance communication and collaboration among employees.
Outdoor adventures like kayaking and hiking strengthen teamwork and resilience.
more#team-building
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

My Beloved Former Co-Worker Asked For a Favor. But She Has No Idea How I Really Felt About Working With Her.

Navigating personal and professional relationships can be complicated, especially when considering reference requests.
fromCentral Oregon Daily
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Devoted nap-takers explain the benefits of sleeping on the job

Napping can significantly enhance cognitive performance, yet it is stigmatized in the U.S. workplace.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Many expats move to Dubai for sun and luxury - then work more than nearly anyone in the world

The UAE has one of the highest average weekly working hours globally, impacting work-life balance for many expats.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
Business

The Insidious Charms of the Entrepreneurial Work Ethic

LinkedIn reflects deep societal trends around contemporary work culture and individualism.
The language of LinkedIn embodies themes of ambition, status, and self-promotion.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Two hundred UK companies sign up for permanent four-day working week

Over 200 UK companies have adopted a permanent four-day workweek with no pay cut, promoting employee well-being and productivity.
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