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How Gen Z is shaping what meaningful work looks like for all workers

The relationship between organizations and employees is evolving, particularly influenced by Gen Z's strong focus on ethics and values.

3 days ago

Women in technology

To Make Your Workplace Fairer, Take Charge of Its Norms

Employee manuals provide formal policies but lack guidance on informal workplace culture and dynamics.

fromIndependent

Relationships

Ask Allison: My career has stalled since I had kids - how can I get over this regret?

Career stagnation can be managed by seeking new responsibilities and focusing on strengths.

6 days ago

Mental health

How To Use Managing Up To Show You Are A Leader

Managing up is an essential skill for career growth and workplace harmony, focusing on understanding and supporting your boss effectively.

Mental health

How Gen Z is shaping what meaningful work looks like for all workers

The relationship between organizations and employees is evolving, particularly influenced by Gen Z's strong focus on ethics and values.

3 days ago

Women in technology

To Make Your Workplace Fairer, Take Charge of Its Norms

Employee manuals provide formal policies but lack guidance on informal workplace culture and dynamics.

fromIndependent

Relationships

Ask Allison: My career has stalled since I had kids - how can I get over this regret?

Career stagnation can be managed by seeking new responsibilities and focusing on strengths.

#professional-development

6 days ago

Mental health

How To Use Managing Up To Show You Are A Leader

Managing up is an essential skill for career growth and workplace harmony, focusing on understanding and supporting your boss effectively.

more#career-development

Online Community Development

Why you should be more willing to admit when you don't know something

Admitting knowledge gaps fosters mentorship opportunities and builds trust in professional settings.

Career

6 signs your boss wants you to quit your job, from a career coach

Understanding signs your boss might want you to quit can prepare you for career shifts.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Online Community Development

Mental health

My boss treats me like a lazy teenager. How can I set some boundaries? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Establishing boundaries in a challenging work environment is crucial for mental health and professional growth.

Why you should be more willing to admit when you don't know something

Admitting knowledge gaps fosters mentorship opportunities and builds trust in professional settings.

Career

6 signs your boss wants you to quit your job, from a career coach

Understanding signs your boss might want you to quit can prepare you for career shifts.

fromwww.theguardian.com

more#professional-development

Mental health

My boss treats me like a lazy teenager. How can I set some boundaries? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Establishing boundaries in a challenging work environment is crucial for mental health and professional growth.

#leadership

Navigating the Hybrid Work Dilemma

Remote work has stabilized at 25% of workdays, showing a major shift from pre-pandemic levels.

Companies now face complex decisions regarding hybrid work models that maximize productivity and innovation.

4 days ago

Mental health

Systemic intelligence is the leadership skill you're missing. Here are 4 ways to start honing it

Organizations' external structures often hide deep, unrecognized dynamics that impact performance.

Systemic intelligence is vital for leaders to navigate and influence organizational culture effectively.

Remote teams

When Another Senior Leader Is Threatening Your Reputation

Adversarial behavior among leadership can severely impact organizational dynamics and individual executives.

It often starts as obstructive actions but can escalate to toxic workplace environments.

Miscellaneous

You don't have to like your boss to get ahead

Toxic bosses require action; dislike due to personality fit does not necessitate job change.

Mental health

Your boss is overwhelmed-here's how to work with them, not against them

Proactively communicate specific needs to your manager to foster a productive working relationship.

Mental health

Research: When Leaders Express Positivity Early On, Employees Perform Better

Positive leadership can inspire performance, but situational feedback is also vital.

Navigating the Hybrid Work Dilemma

Remote work has stabilized at 25% of workdays, showing a major shift from pre-pandemic levels.

Companies now face complex decisions regarding hybrid work models that maximize productivity and innovation.

4 days ago

Mental health

Systemic intelligence is the leadership skill you're missing. Here are 4 ways to start honing it

Organizations' external structures often hide deep, unrecognized dynamics that impact performance.

Systemic intelligence is vital for leaders to navigate and influence organizational culture effectively.

Remote teams

When Another Senior Leader Is Threatening Your Reputation

Adversarial behavior among leadership can severely impact organizational dynamics and individual executives.

It often starts as obstructive actions but can escalate to toxic workplace environments.

Miscellaneous

You don't have to like your boss to get ahead

Toxic bosses require action; dislike due to personality fit does not necessitate job change.

Mental health

Your boss is overwhelmed-here's how to work with them, not against them

Proactively communicate specific needs to your manager to foster a productive working relationship.

Mental health

Research: When Leaders Express Positivity Early On, Employees Perform Better

Positive leadership can inspire performance, but situational feedback is also vital.

I'm retiring in my mid-50s and still crave new opportunities - how do I make sure my career exit story doesn't close future doors?

Retirement brings mixed emotions, including guilt and purpose loss, even for those financially ready.

fromItsnicethat

Miscellaneous

"Changing jobs is a natural part of anyone's career"

Job hunting does not legally jeopardize your current job as long as you maintain your work performance.

Retirement

from24/7 Wall St.

I'm retiring in my mid-50s and still crave new opportunities - how do I make sure my career exit story doesn't close future doors?

Retirement brings mixed emotions, including guilt and purpose loss, even for those financially ready.

fromItsnicethat

Miscellaneous

"Changing jobs is a natural part of anyone's career"

Job hunting does not legally jeopardize your current job as long as you maintain your work performance.

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Mental health

My coworkers are always complaining. What should I do?

Consider the deeper issues behind coworkers' complaints to better understand their frustrations and respond with empathy.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Mental health

6 Books to Help You Deal With Difficult People

Books can provide valuable tools to navigate difficult relationships at work and home.

Self-reflection is crucial in addressing relationship problems, rather than placing blame solely on others.

Mental health

My coworkers are always complaining. What should I do?

Consider the deeper issues behind coworkers' complaints to better understand their frustrations and respond with empathy.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Mental health

6 Books to Help You Deal With Difficult People

Books can provide valuable tools to navigate difficult relationships at work and home.

Self-reflection is crucial in addressing relationship problems, rather than placing blame solely on others.

more#conflict-resolution

It's Been 5 Years Since Covid Hit, and We Still Love Working From Home

Remote work changed workplace dynamics, with many workers reporting improved work-life balance despite challenges in colleague connectivity.

fromPhys

Remote work can be 'a protective shield' against gender discrimination

Remote work decreases gender discrimination experiences for women compared to in-person interactions.

fromInc

Five Years After Covid, Survey Data Shows Love for Hybrid or Remote Work

Public sentiment supports diverse working arrangements post-pandemic, with a significant preference for hybrid or remote work over fully in-person settings.

fromStartribune

Opinion: The case for a more nuanced approach to bringing workers back to the office

Remote work has proven effective for many Minnesotans, but mandated office returns overlook the complexities of modern work dynamics.

Remote teams

How To Handle An In-Person Meeting When You Usually Work Remotely

In-person meetings enhance relationships but may disrupt routines; understanding their purpose helps embrace the transition.

fromThe Economist

European startups

Which countries most love working from home?

The backlash against remote work has led to many companies demanding employees return to the office.

fromInc

It's Been 5 Years Since Covid Hit, and We Still Love Working From Home

Remote work changed workplace dynamics, with many workers reporting improved work-life balance despite challenges in colleague connectivity.

fromPhys

Remote work can be 'a protective shield' against gender discrimination

Remote work decreases gender discrimination experiences for women compared to in-person interactions.

fromInc

Five Years After Covid, Survey Data Shows Love for Hybrid or Remote Work

Public sentiment supports diverse working arrangements post-pandemic, with a significant preference for hybrid or remote work over fully in-person settings.

fromStartribune

Opinion: The case for a more nuanced approach to bringing workers back to the office

Remote work has proven effective for many Minnesotans, but mandated office returns overlook the complexities of modern work dynamics.

Remote teams

How To Handle An In-Person Meeting When You Usually Work Remotely

In-person meetings enhance relationships but may disrupt routines; understanding their purpose helps embrace the transition.

fromThe Economist

European startups

Which countries most love working from home?

The backlash against remote work has led to many companies demanding employees return to the office.

more#remote-work

fromNew York Post

Women

I studied Hooters girls for a living - here's what I learned about their well-being

Hooters files for bankruptcy, plans to re-brand and focus on family-friendly dining.

Relationships

Workplace Desire

Acknowledging workplace attraction fosters safety and clarity, driving out secrecy and confusion.

Ignoring attraction at work only drives it underground, leading to potential harm.

Startup companies

Research: Hiring a Superstar Can Backfire

Hiring 'star' employees can be counterproductive, as they may fail to perform and can hinder team dynamics.

Career

Recruiters who hire celebrity assistants explain how they pick engaged employees

Celebrity assistants require extraordinary engagement, professionalism, and skill to succeed in a demanding role that prioritizes compatibility.

Mental health issues ripple through the federal workforce with firings

Federal firings are severely affecting workers' mental health, creating a climate of fear and instability.

Workplaces require psychological safety for efficiency, which is being undermined by recent firings.

US politics

Political Talk at Work: A Double-Edged Sword

Overhearing political conversations leads to discomfort in workplaces, negatively impacting employee well-being and job satisfaction.

Political discussions unite some employees while simultaneously causing discomfort and resentment in others, creating a complex dynamic.

A focus on common goals in workplaces fosters collaboration and reduces the negative impact of political discourse.

Mental health

fromwww.npr.org

Mental health issues ripple through the federal workforce with firings

Federal firings are severely affecting workers' mental health, creating a climate of fear and instability.

Workplaces require psychological safety for efficiency, which is being undermined by recent firings.

US politics

Political Talk at Work: A Double-Edged Sword

Overhearing political conversations leads to discomfort in workplaces, negatively impacting employee well-being and job satisfaction.

Political discussions unite some employees while simultaneously causing discomfort and resentment in others, creating a complex dynamic.

A focus on common goals in workplaces fosters collaboration and reduces the negative impact of political discourse.

more#employee-well-being

Mental health

6 Ways To Align Employee Engagement With Organizational Success

Employee engagement has shifted from organizational alignment to personal fulfillment.

Employees seek relevance and purpose in their work rather than just productivity.

Artificial intelligence

Here's what the DISC personality test reveals about leading AI models like ChatGPT and Gemini

The DISC model helps categorize workplace personalities, influencing workplace dynamics, especially with AI like ChatGPT and Gemini.

Women in technology

Research: How Gig Platforms Can Mitigate Racial Bias in Ratings

Online labor market platforms utilize customer ratings for quick, single-dimension evaluations of worker performance, reshaping traditional evaluation methods.

Digital life

fromITPro

What are digital natives and are they the future of tech?

Digital natives are reshaping workplace dynamics with their tech-savviness.

Understanding of technology requires deeper knowledge beyond just proficiency.

Proficiency in using tools does not ensure comprehensive understanding.

Promoting coding skills is essential to prevent a decline in digital literacy.

Relationships

Conversational Debt: The Hidden Cost of Words Left Unsaid

Conversational debt accumulates from unaddressed discussions, negatively impacting trust and collaboration over time.

Avoidance and poor handling of conversations contribute to increasing conversational debt.

Productivity

So, what did YOU accomplish last week?

The article discusses how to navigate unreasonable workplace requests and the importance of recognizing one's value at work.

Deliverability

Here's what management experts think about Elon Musk's DOGE emails

Elon Musk's demand for federal workers to list weekly achievements may lead to job insecurity and issues in team dynamics.

Tech industry

Bosses are running low on empathy and cutting poor performers. It might be time to work harder, one expert says.

Employers are prioritizing performance over flexibility, leading to increased layoffs and stricter policies.

fromThe Atlantic

Miscellaneous

The Moron Factory

Life may often feel overwhelming, but there are always unexpected moments of joy and connection that remind us of its variability.

fromCbsnews