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10 hours ago

Psychology

You can't be disconnected at home and magically connected at work

fromMountaingoatsoftware

Why Smart Teams Overcommit And How Leaders Make It Worse

Leaders should avoid pressuring teams into overcommitting, as teams often do this themselves due to their inherent optimism.

Psychology

The Voice You Stopped Hearing

8 hours ago

Careers

Why Leaders Need "Power Skills"

Careers

9 leaders on what they'd change about managing staff

Psychology

10 hours ago

You can't be disconnected at home and magically connected at work

Leaders often struggle with team engagement due to unrecognized behaviors that disconnect them from their teams.

fromMountaingoatsoftware

Why Smart Teams Overcommit And How Leaders Make It Worse

Leaders should avoid pressuring teams into overcommitting, as teams often do this themselves due to their inherent optimism.

Psychology

The Voice You Stopped Hearing

Leaders often excel at outward listening but neglect their inner signals, missing crucial self-awareness and discernment.

8 hours ago

Why Leaders Need "Power Skills"

A leadership gap exists as leaders rely on outdated skills, leading to trust erosion, low engagement, talent loss, and stifled innovation.

9 leaders on what they'd change about managing staff

Learning from management mistakes and evolving approaches can enhance leadership effectiveness and team culture.

What Workplace Jealousy Reveals About You

Jealousy at work is common but rarely acknowledged, often stemming from comparisons with colleagues' successes.

fromSilicon Canals

The workers most likely to burn out aren't always the ones doing the most - they're the ones who can't tell the difference between urgent and important - Silicon Canals

Workers overwhelmed by urgency rather than importance are more likely to experience burnout.

fromBig Think

38 minutes ago

How to get employees to actually care about your L&D program

Marketers prioritize audience engagement; L&D should adopt similar strategies to enhance training effectiveness and relevance.

Health

fromTNW | Future-Of-Work

Why modern workplaces are rethinking hydration and employee performance

Dehydration affects many Americans, impacting health and productivity, prompting workplaces to improve access to clean, cold water.

#ai

7 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

When Creating an AI Strategy, Don't Overlook Employee Perception

fromFuturism

1 hour ago

AI Is Turning Workplaces Into Hopeless Gridlock

AI adoption in workplaces has led to increased workloads and decreased quality, resulting in hidden costs and reduced morale among remaining employees.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Artificial intelligence

Bosses say AI boosts productivity workers say they're drowning in workslop'

fromSubstack

11 hours ago

Org Design in the Age of AI

AI is reshaping workflows, but organizations must rethink their structures and information flow to fully leverage its potential.

fromrubyflow.com

23 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

A different kind of tired

7 hours ago

When Creating an AI Strategy, Don't Overlook Employee Perception

CEOs must choose between using AI for cost reduction or for innovative growth.

fromFuturism

1 hour ago

AI Is Turning Workplaces Into Hopeless Gridlock

AI adoption in workplaces has led to increased workloads and decreased quality, resulting in hidden costs and reduced morale among remaining employees.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Bosses say AI boosts productivity workers say they're drowning in workslop'

AI usage in workplaces has led to increased workload and decreased quality, causing frustration among employees.

fromSubstack

11 hours ago

Org Design in the Age of AI

AI is reshaping workflows, but organizations must rethink their structures and information flow to fully leverage its potential.

fromrubyflow.com

23 hours ago

A different kind of tired

AI has transformed the nature of work, making it better and shifting the challenges faced.

Science Confirms How to Connect to Something Greater at Work

Spirituality in the workplace fosters connection and fulfillment, addressing disconnection and burnout among workers.

Public health

4 hours ago

The Child Care Opportunity: How Companies Can Save $70 Billion Annually

Child care disruptions cost companies $70 billion annually, impacting workforce participation and productivity significantly.

Does Working Less Bring Higher Productivity?

The four-day workweek challenges traditional work norms, potentially enhancing productivity and well-being.

Remote teams

What's Stopping the 4-Day Workweek?

The four-day workweek can enhance employee satisfaction and engagement without reducing productivity.

Does Working Less Bring Higher Productivity?

The four-day workweek challenges traditional work norms, potentially enhancing productivity and well-being.

What's Stopping the 4-Day Workweek?

The four-day workweek can enhance employee satisfaction and engagement without reducing productivity.

more#four-day-workweek

Online learning

1 hour ago

10 Problem-Solving Training Techniques Every Organization Should Use

Problem-solving training equips employees with skills to analyze situations, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions quickly.

UX design

5 signs your team isn't aligned even if they're all nodding

Illusion of alignment in teams leads to miscommunication and inefficiency, causing frustration and wasted energy.

Women in technology

fromELLE

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

'Work-From-Home Culture Is Career Suicide.' Emma Grede Wants To Change The Way We Work

Emma Grede's intentionality and focus have driven her success as a self-made entrepreneur and co-founder of influential brands.

fromwww.dw.com

10 hours ago

Women's workwear: When proper fit becomes a safety issue

"The clothing works with me, like another colleague," wrote the shunting attendant on the blog of the Cologne-based workwear manufacturer Bierbaum-Proenen.

Fashion & style

Social justice

fromComputerworld

15 hours ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.

Mindfulness

How to keep your career going in the midst of grief - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Grief can disrupt work, but maintaining structure and realistic expectations helps navigate both loss and professional responsibilities.

Agile

How to Close the Execution Gap That's Slowing Your Team Down

Unclear decision ownership and broken handoffs, not communication, are the main issues causing execution slowdowns in organizations.

Exercise

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 days ago

Socialising, work, exercise: what makes a good day and is there a formula' for making it better?

Socializing for 30 minutes to two hours correlates with people reporting a good day, while excessive housework or TV does not.

fromTheregister

IT manager approved lunch downtime, but made a meal of it

"Since it wasn't going to take long, I was approved to do it over the lunch hour," he told Who, Me?

Tech industry

Startup companies

Entry-level hiring is broken. These companies are completely reimagining it

Palantir launched a Meritocracy Fellowship to recruit young talent, emphasizing aptitude over experience and providing intensive training and mentorship.

fromwww.facilitiesdive.com

3 days ago

Workplaces are pushing out working mothers-and paying the cost

Welsh and another pregnant colleague developed a plan. They would share a caseload, splitting responsibilities so they could continue working part-time while caring for their growing families.

Women

Business intelligence

Workplace management tech is prevalent, but integration challenges limit use: surveys

Most commercial real estate professionals fail to utilize workplace management technology data for effective space planning.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Culture isn't what you say. It's what you do

Culture is demonstrated daily through actions, not just defined in documents.

39 minutes ago

The Secret Advantage of Not Doing It Alone

Social support enhances performance, reduces stress, increases well-being, and can be experienced through imagination and helping behaviors.

fromApp Developer Magazine

Stop Using Business Jargon: 5 Ways Buzzwords Damage Job Performance

Fluent jargon and corporate speak correlate with weaker job performance and decision-making abilities.

Online learning

11 hours ago

What Is Immersive Learning In Corporate Training? Examples, Benefits, And Strategies

Immersive learning enhances corporate training by providing realistic, interactive experiences that improve engagement and on-the-job performance.

fromIndependent

Dear Vicki: Why have 'staff' and 'employees' suddenly become 'colleagues', but without extra pay?

HR departments are enforcing a bland culture by replacing traditional terms like 'workers' and 'employees' with 'colleagues'.

Women in technology

The Real Reason Emojis Get Judged at Work

Adding a smiley face to good news messages can enhance perceptions of competence and appropriateness in the workplace.

Psychology

Leaning into this simple quality will make you a better boss

Most people believe they are better drivers and leaders than average, showcasing a common bias known as illusory superiority.

Women

The Hidden Cost of Holding It All Together at Work

High-performing women often bear an invisible load of responsibility that can lead to dependency and burnout.

9 hours ago

Fostering this one simple quality can dramatically improve your team's performance

Disengagement costs organizations significantly, while passion at work enhances creativity, collaboration, and overall performance.

To Gain Customer-and Employee-Loyalty, Go Beyond Good Enough

Delighting customers requires building relationships and inspiring loyalty beyond just selling products.

Why ADHD Can Make Work Friendships So Complicated

Making friends at work is challenging for adults with ADHD due to unspoken social rules and cues.

fromSilicon Canals

Not everyone who keeps working after the workday ends is ambitious. Some people simply discovered that the transition from productivity to stillness requires passing through a stretch of feeling they've been avoiding for years, and the extra hour of work is cheaper than the ten minutes of silence. - Silicon Canals

Many work late to avoid confronting uncomfortable emotions, not just to be productive.

How To Lead A Workforce That Doesn't Stay In One Place

Work has evolved beyond remote to a fluid, untethered model requiring organizations to support employee mobility effectively.

fromWorld Economic Forum

Careers

Rethinking workplace energy: Why our assumptions can lead to burnout

Legacy imprints from traditional work environments shape current perceptions of motivation and exhaustion in modern work settings.

3 days ago

How To Lead A Workforce That Doesn't Stay In One Place

Work has evolved beyond remote to a fluid, untethered model requiring organizations to support employee mobility effectively.

fromWorld Economic Forum

Rethinking workplace energy: Why our assumptions can lead to burnout

Legacy imprints from traditional work environments shape current perceptions of motivation and exhaustion in modern work settings.

Designing adaptive teams

Organizations must cultivate a collective capacity to learn faster than competitors to achieve sustainable competitive advantage.

How to spot the red flags of a toxic culture

Workplace culture significantly influences job satisfaction and career success, with toxic environments leading to disengagement and unhappiness.

Nearly a third of workers admit to sabotaging their company's AI strategy

Many employees resist AI in the workplace, with 29% admitting to sabotaging their company's AI strategy.

#employee-engagement

Boston

Leaders Underestimate the Value of Employee Joy

fromHR Brew

World of HR: Employee engagement drops globally for the second year in a row

Global employee engagement has declined to 20%, while job optimism remains strong despite significant productivity losses.

Employee Engagement Is Declining in the Age of AI

Employee engagement is low overall, but significantly higher in best practice organizations with strong leadership and a focus on employee well-being.

Business

10 Employee Engagement Challenges And Their Practical Solution

Are You Overburdening Your Most Engaged Employees?

Engaged employees enhance productivity and reduce turnover, providing organizations with a competitive advantage.

The Power of Being Valued Beyond Productivity

Leaders who prioritize people and culture over mere performance foster trust, engagement, and well-being in the workplace.

Boston

Leaders Underestimate the Value of Employee Joy

fromHR Brew

World of HR: Employee engagement drops globally for the second year in a row

Global employee engagement has declined to 20%, while job optimism remains strong despite significant productivity losses.

Employee Engagement Is Declining in the Age of AI

Employee engagement is low overall, but significantly higher in best practice organizations with strong leadership and a focus on employee well-being.

Business

10 Employee Engagement Challenges And Their Practical Solution

Are You Overburdening Your Most Engaged Employees?

Engaged employees enhance productivity and reduce turnover, providing organizations with a competitive advantage.

The Power of Being Valued Beyond Productivity

Leaders who prioritize people and culture over mere performance foster trust, engagement, and well-being in the workplace.

more#employee-engagement

fromMoneywise

4 days ago

One company pays workers up to $8,000 a year to come in instead of forcing RTO. Is this the future of work or a bandaid?

Return-to-office mandates have led to talent loss, prompting companies to adopt financial incentives to encourage in-office work.

1 week ago

Why Your Company's Wellness Programs Keep Missing the Point

Disconnection in the workplace is often structural, not individual, and requires proper diagnosis to address effectively.

Workers Want Opportunities For Growth, Control More Than Pay Raises

Many workers prioritize well-being, control, growth, and belonging over salary increases.

The Shift From Place To Performance In Workplace Design

The future of work focuses on workplace performance metrics rather than just location, emphasizing adaptability and efficiency.

#ai-in-the-workplace

fromZDNET

Half of all US employees use AI at work now - and waste almost 8 hours a week doing it

Half of employees use AI at work, but many are unaware of their employers' AI strategies.

Bosses Are Becoming Worse at Their Jobs. The Reason Why Is Obvious.

A.I. use in workplaces is increasing, but many employees find it unhelpful and lacking strategic implementation.

fromZDNET

Half of all US employees use AI at work now - and waste almost 8 hours a week doing it

Half of employees use AI at work, but many are unaware of their employers' AI strategies.

Bosses Are Becoming Worse at Their Jobs. The Reason Why Is Obvious.

A.I. use in workplaces is increasing, but many employees find it unhelpful and lacking strategic implementation.

more#ai-in-the-workplace

This Is an Essential Part of Modern Work. Our CEO Refuses to Do It.

A CEO's lack of industry knowledge and poor communication skills create significant challenges for her organization.

fromFuturism

4 days ago

There's a Mass Rebellion Against AI in the Workplace

Generative AI tools are widely rejected by workers, revealing a significant disconnect between executives and employees regarding AI's effectiveness and trustworthiness.

fromPhys

When the boss burns out, the whole team loses energy, trust and performance

Supervisor well-being directly impacts employee motivation and performance, affecting overall company competitiveness.

Your Company Could Be Hooked On This Negative Motivation Pattern - Here's How to Fix It

Dopamine-driven workplaces erode focus and creativity, while serotonin-focused environments foster innovation and team satisfaction.

2 hours ago

Coca-Cola Exec Says Work-Life Balance is a 'Weird' Term - Here's How He Thinks About Career Success

Coca-Cola executive chairman James Quincey views career success as survival through challenges rather than meticulous planning.

fromAbove the Law

Managing In The Age Of AI: Bring Back Walking Around - Above the Law

AI systems can make errors in decision-making that experienced humans would avoid, highlighting the need for better training and supervision in law.

The retention risk AI misses

Job-hopping is prevalent among younger workers, necessitating companies to continuously earn employee retention through purpose and growth.

5 Books That Will Help You Navigate Change and Stay Resilient at Work

Building resilient teams is essential in a rapidly changing labor market influenced by economic uncertainty and evolving workforce dynamics.

Many Employees Are Complaining That Work Has Been 'Stripped of Fun' - Here's Why

Employee morale is declining as companies cut perks and increase workloads with AI.

How Investing in Culture Will Help You Win the Next Decade

Treat culture as infrastructure rather than a marketing line item; cultural investments build trust and reduce future brand awareness costs through authentic resonance.

How companies can prioritize the mental health of their employees and take steps to address chronic burnout

Employers must prioritize mental health and foster supportive work environments to address employee burnout caused by external stressors and hustle culture.

Business

How Employee Financial Wellness Unlocks Peak Productivity

Business leaders can address affordability and productivity simultaneously by implementing financial wellness programs that help employees achieve long-term financial stability and reduce financial stress-related productivity losses.

Your employees aren't burned out. They're indoors too much

Americans spend 93% of time indoors, causing chronic inflammation and health conditions misdiagnosed as burnout rather than environmental deprivation.

4 days ago

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.

A New Executive Has Taken On a Common Office Problem. She's Made It So Much Worse.

Fridge management policies imposed by a new manager are causing stress and conflict among employees.

One of My Employees Showed Up at Her Colleague's House Unannounced. What Followed Has Led to a Total Meltdown of My Office.

Workplace conflicts can severely impact office functionality, requiring careful management to retain valuable employees and address performance issues.

A New Executive Has Taken On a Common Office Problem. She's Made It So Much Worse.

Fridge management policies imposed by a new manager are causing stress and conflict among employees.

One of My Employees Showed Up at Her Colleague's House Unannounced. What Followed Has Led to a Total Meltdown of My Office.

Workplace conflicts can severely impact office functionality, requiring careful management to retain valuable employees and address performance issues.

more#workplace-conflict

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.

Wellness

Why HR needs to step up its game

HR must move from administrative enforcement to actively shaping leadership and employee well-being to protect trust, dignity, and long-term organizational performance.

Relationships

The Building Blocks of Belonging at Work

Small, regular informal gatherings can create lasting workplace belonging and reshape team culture.

My Co-Worker Is Ignoring a Major Part of Her Health. We're All Worse Off Because of It.

My co-worker, "Alyssa," joined the office a few months ago. As far as I can tell, she is significantly hard of hearing but doesn't use any hearing aid. I've tried to train myself to speak loudly and clearly with her (I have family who are going deaf, I get it), but she still often misses part of what I say.

Miscellaneous

fromThe Queen Zone

12 Reasons Employees Are Putting Work-Life Balance First

Work-life balance is a priority for U.S. employees, with 85% experiencing burnout and a demand for change in workplace dynamics.

1 week ago

How To Empower Employees: 9 Effective Strategies For Managers

Employee empowerment enhances trust, initiative, and innovation, leading to greater organizational success and employee satisfaction.

Business

Science shows well-being drives performance. It's no longer even a debate

Most leaders fail to prioritize employee well-being, viewing it as a distraction from productivity rather than recognizing it as a core performance driver.

Relationships

fromTalentLMS Blog

What is Company Culture & How to Create or Improve Yours?

Company culture is the team's shared identity expressed through employee behaviors, decisions, and interactions, requiring intentional design for remote and hybrid work.

1 week ago

My New Boss Has Some Unfortunate Corporate Mannerisms. I'm Having an Involuntary Reaction to It.

Corporate-speak can create barriers in communication, leading to feelings of condescension and stress in workplace relationships.

Why the best employees often carry the heaviest burden

The capability curse leads to increased expectations and reliance on capable individuals, often resulting in a heavier burden for them over time.

Your Team Doesn't Need a 'Work Family' - It Needs This System That Holds Up When It Counts

Teams struggle with clarity, not effort; accountability erodes when support blurs lines between family and business.

fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com

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.

Toxic bosses don't just hurt people. They hurt the bottom line

Toxic bosses significantly harm organizational culture, employee well-being, and financial performance, making them a critical issue for leaders to address.

4 Top Workplace Challenges for 2026 and Beyond

Toxic leadership and workplace cultures persist, necessitating continuous learning and coping strategies for stress and work-life balance.

Toxic bosses don't just hurt people. They hurt the bottom line

Toxic bosses significantly harm organizational culture, employee well-being, and financial performance, making them a critical issue for leaders to address.

4 Top Workplace Challenges for 2026 and Beyond

Toxic leadership and workplace cultures persist, necessitating continuous learning and coping strategies for stress and work-life balance.

more#toxic-leadership

The case for being exclusive at work

Intentional messaging should define who a brand serves and deliberately repel wrong-fit audiences to attract loyal customers, align employees, and protect reputation.

80% of employees struggle with this hidden workplace bias. Here's what employers can do

Around the office, people clutch coffee like a life raft, waiting for their brains to come online and cursing the 8 a.m. meeting. And the cheerful colleague. But at least they got in early enough to find parking and grab coffee before it ran out-this time. Now: which person are you? The early riser, or the one watching them, wondering why you can never feel that awake at this hour no matter how hard you try?

Mental health

10 Signs Of A Toxic Workplace (And How Employees Can Protect Themselves)

Toxic workplaces develop from unaddressed negative behaviors, poor leadership, and unhealthy practices, manifesting through poor communication, hostile behavior, and lack of transparency that damage employee well-being and productivity.