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fromPolitics NY
4 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Assembly Member Alec Brook-Krasny

The Recover-Ready Workplace Act (A.521) aims to reduce workplace stigma around substance abuse and mental health, allowing businesses to obtain "recovery-ready" status.
Brooklyn
fromAxios
1 week ago

CEOs tighten their grip on workplace culture, dialing back flexibility

If a self-directed, virtual, or hybrid work schedule is essential for you to manage your career aspirations and life challenges, you will have a difficult time aligning your priorities with those of the company and the culture we aim to establish.
Remote teams
Privacy professionals
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Experts warn workers that they store personal data on work devices 'at own risk'

A HSE employee lost €1,400 in a cyberattack and failed to challenge a decision on a data breach investigation.
#remote-work
fromAol
2 weeks ago
Mental health

How return-to-office policies are shaping employee mental health

fromStartribune
1 month ago
Remote teams

As more Minnesota companies rethink remote work, Solventum and others hold the line on flexibility

Remote teams
fromRemotive Blog
1 month ago

[Newsletter] Are Zoom meetings the new "no pets" in cafes?

Remote work dynamics are evolving, influenced by new policies and social norms.
Digital nomad visas are emerging while some cafes restrict laptop usage.
Remote teams
fromAol
1 month ago

Is remote work only for the rich? Double standard ignites workplace tension

Employees are pushing back against return-to-office mandates amid perceived double standards among executives.
The rise of remote work during the pandemic has reshaped employee expectations in the workplace.
fromAol
2 weeks ago
Mental health

How return-to-office policies are shaping employee mental health

fromStartribune
1 month ago
Remote teams

As more Minnesota companies rethink remote work, Solventum and others hold the line on flexibility

fromAol
1 month ago
Remote teams

Is remote work only for the rich? Double standard ignites workplace tension

fromEmployee Benefit News
4 weeks ago

TD will be ordering staff back to the office four days a week

TD Bank mandates employees to return to the office four days a week starting this fall.
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

Biglaw Return-To-Office Drive Opens Door To Passive-Aggressive Hostage Negotiation Over Bonuses - Above the Law

Partners have reportedly taken a break from the million-dollar summer homes their associates toil to make possible to let the rabble know that their hefty bonuses might be "in jeopardy" because they haven't done enough hallway waving this quarter.
NYC politics
Public health
fromSBS News
1 month ago

Should you take a day off or work from home with a mild cold? What if you can't do either?

Avoiding work when feeling unwell is advisable, especially to prevent spreading illness.
US politics
fromAol
1 month ago

Trump team relaxes work-from-home ban for federal employees for religious reasons

Federal employees may work from home or adjust hours for religious observances, following a more flexible policy from the Trump administration.
fromStartribune
1 month ago

Target calls entire commercial unit back to headquarters three days a week

Target employees in the commercial department are required to return to the Minneapolis headquarters three days a week starting the first week of September. This change follows a series of individual team-level return-to-office policies and aims to improve collaboration and efficiency within the department.
Remote teams
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Punishing workers for getting old': how South Korea's wage system impoverishes the elderly

The peak wage system was designed to use the savings from cutting older workers' pay to hire younger employees in a bid to boost productivity.
Social justice
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Civil servants begin industrial action over work from home ban and closures of London offices

PCS union members are taking action against office closures and rigid attendance policies at the Ministry of Housing.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Giving staff Monday plus Canada Day off a 'no-brainer,' some employers say | CBC News

"It's that 'if I take care of you, you'll take care of us' kind of mentality," Abdul said.
Canada news
Law
fromCallaborlaw
1 month ago

2025 Compliance Checklist: Distributing the CRD's New Model Notice Under AB 2499

California's Assembly Bill 2499 enhances protections for crime victims in the workplace, requiring employers to provide job-protected leave and accommodation notices.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
1 month ago

London takes the lead when it comes to letting you bring your dog to the office

London is the most dog-friendly city in Britain, with many workplaces accommodating pets.
Dog-friendly workplaces boost employee morale and productivity.
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Why Every New Parent Should get a Transition Month' at Work

Instead of forcing mothers to choose between quitting or returning at full speed, a structured, reduced-hours model allows them to reintegrate while reestablishing career momentum.
Parenting
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK equalities watchdog: Transgender people may be asked about gender status in workplace

Transgender people's rights in the workplace may be impacted following a recent supreme court ruling, prompting the EHRC to clarify legal protections.
fromBenzinga
2 months ago

Citigroup Rolls Out Summer Remote Work Option For Employees, While Rivals Argue 'You Can't Learn Working From Your Basement' - Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG), Citigroup (NYSE:C)

Citigroup offers eligible employees two weeks of fully remote work in August, adopting a hybrid model to attract and retain talent.
#paternity-leave
Parenting
fromFatherly
2 months ago

What Happens When Dads Take Paternity Leave - And When They Don't

Paternity leave access can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships, yet societal norms hinder many men from fully utilizing it.
Parenting
fromFatherly
2 months ago

Do Men Have the Guts to Push for Parental Leave?

Fathers face significant challenges regarding paternity leave, with only a few states mandating paid leave.
Some companies offer better leave policies, but many still lag behind in supporting fathers.
fromFast Company
3 months ago

What could be wrong with unlimited PTO? Everything, experts say

Unlimited PTO is losing appeal due to unclear benefits and overwork culture; companies favor mandatory vacation policies to enhance employee wellness.
fromFast Company
3 months ago

What do moms really want for Mother's Day? Paid leave

Brands celebrate Mother's Day to promote awareness of the unpaid leave issue in the U.S.
NYC LGBT
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Changes to city's human rights law requires employers to post lactation accommodation policies

New NYC law mandates employers to post lactation accommodation policies for staff.
Employers must provide clear outlines for requesting lactation rooms.
fromForbes
3 months ago

The Management Squeeze: Caught Between Corporate Directives And Team Well-Being

Managers must balance leadership mandates with team well-being, as employee engagement is at its lowest in a decade, necessitating tools for stability in the workplace.
Mental health
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

The Perfect Amount of In-Office Days for Productivity: Study | Entrepreneur

Most companies have return-to-office (RTO) mandates; about 87% require some form of in-office work according to a recent study.
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