Allwork
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Recent survey results published by flexible workspace provider Orega show how flex spaces are influencing workplaces across the U.K., leading many businesses to favor them over traditional office spaces. Both employers and employees are increasingly embracing flex space as a practical work environment solution. Over half (55%) of businesses surveyed say they now utilize some form of flexible office space.
Office Dynamics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Imagine a professional navigating their career without any set goals, vision, or direction. This individual drifts from task to task, lacking purpose and a clear sense of progression. Without goals, there is no measure of success or a roadmap to steer towards growth and development.
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Success
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
What will your workday look like in a decade? If you’re lucky enough to be nearing retirement , your answer might be “nonexistent.” For the rest of us, it could be a whole lot different, at least according to LinkedIn Co-Founder Reid Hoffman. In 2017, he predicted that the majority of jobs will be flexible within the next 30 years. But before we brush him off as just one voice among the future-of-work prediction makers, let’s take a look back at 1997.
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
There is a famous episode of Seinfeld in which the character George is insulted in a business meeting and only thinks of a perfect retort while driving away from the office. This being George, he decides that he doesn’t want to waste his ‘killer line’ so engineers a second meeting so he can use it with the person who had insulted him, only for it to blow up in his face yet again.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Running a small business is no small feat. Payroll management, in particular, can be one of the most time-consuming and complex parts of that equation. Yet, businesses that crack the code on streamlining these processes often discover not just savings, but new avenues for growth. Our expert speakers will share actionable insights and real-world examples of how businesses have reduced overhead and improved payroll efficiency.
Productivityist
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
In this special Flashback Friday episode, I’m revisiting a conversation I had with my long-time friend and the founder of Zen Habits, Leo Babauta. This episode offers timeless insights into slowing down, living intentionally, and focusing on what truly matters. In 2024, Leo and I caught up to reflect on how much – or how little – has changed since our initial conversation.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Over half of Gen Z professionals have expressed a strong reluctance to take on middle management roles. This emerging workforce trend, known as “conscious unbossing,” marks a departure from the career trajectories favored by older generations. New research conducted by the talent solutions firm Robert Walters highlights that 52% of Gen Z professionals are against becoming middle managers — viewing these roles as high stress with low rewards.
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Success
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Concerns about the security of business communication tools like Slack have surfaced following the massive data breach that hit The Walt Disney Company over the summer. The debacle prompted Disney to announce in an email to staffers last week that it would remove Slack from all of its business units by the end of its next fiscal quarter and move forward with new internal tools.
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Almost a quarter (23 percent) of people say that they have turned down a job because they didn’t like the office environment, according to a new poll. This rose to almost a third (32 percent) for 18 – 24-year-olds indicating the need for a high-quality office environment for the younger generation. Geographically, workers in the capital are most likely to pass on a job based on the office surroundings, with a third (32 percent) of London based workers admitting to declining a role for this reaso
C-Suite Assistants
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Law firms face many hurdles in trying to run a successful business. One of the most significant challenges is finding highly skilled executive assistants (EAs). According to the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA), half of all legal assistants are at least 45 years old, and 38% of law firms are expected to lose 20-40% of their support staff in the next five years due to retirement.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
New research shows the concept of a four-day workweek is gaining traction in Asia as both companies and employees search for greater work-life balance and increased productivity. Amid rising business costs and an aging labor force , the idea has become more than just a fringe concept — it’s now a serious consideration for businesses across the region.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.
Productivityist
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Tamsen Webster , renowned messaging strategist, keynote speaker, and author of the upcoming book, Say What They Can’t Unhear: The Nine Principles of Lasting Change. We dive deep into the principles behind lasting change, communication strategies, and how these concepts align with her broader body of work.
Success
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
It’s an average Tuesday afternoon: you have two kids who need to be at football and drama practices miles apart. You also have a client who won’t stop emailing revisions to a presentation that was due last week. On top of it all, your car is making a weird clanging noise and your dog has kennel cough from his doggy daycare visit. Feeling overwhelmed?
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
When you fixate on deciding precisely how much time everybody has to spend in an office, somebody is going to decide the answer is five days. The peculiar obsession with pronouncing the answer to be two days or three days can be dated back to 2020 when a load of people who had never previously taken much interest in the matter decided to reinvent a world that had never existed, by replacing it with something that couldn’t exist.
Jennie Lyon
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
What would happen if I woke up tomorrow and my business was gone? Here’s how I would build a successful online business from scratch if I had to start over! So, I’ve been a digital marketing agency owner for over 20+ years, and needless to say, my business has changed so much in the last… The post How I Would Build a Successful Online Business from Scratch appeared first on Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing and Virtual Assistant Services Inc.
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Allwork
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Inclusive design focuses on creating spaces that cater to a diverse range of human abilities and experiences, aiming for equitable access and comfort rather than just meeting functional minimums. Implementing inclusive design requires involving diverse user groups in the design process, balancing competing needs, and employing varied design elements like zones, materials, colors, and lighting to accommodate different users.
Tips From T. Marie
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
You’ve seen it—the endless way society glorifies the grind, as though working yourself to the bone is the only way to succeed. But let’s be real, that’s not the key to building a thriving business. In fact, working yourself ragged is probably holding you back. Speaking from 17 years of experience as a solopreneur, I can tell you that success isn’t about burning the midnight oil; it’s about making smarter choices with your time.
Success
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
It has been exciting to participate in and observe how the gig economy is reshaping the multimedia industry. At the intersection of technology and creativity, the gig economy is not just a trend; it has fundamentally changed how we think about work, talent and business. Gone are the days when content writers, graphic designers, video editors and photographers were confined to traditional employment.
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
In recent years, procurement has transformed from a back-office function to a strategic driver of business value. As global supply chains become more complex and businesses strive for greater efficiency, sustainability, and agility, the future of procurement is set to change even more dramatically. Technological innovations, data-driven insights, and a shift in priorities are reshaping the way organizations manage their sourcing, purchasing, and supplier relationships.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Several large business campuses in Silicon Valley have changed ownership as the region’s tech industry adapts to a future defined by more stringent hybrid work policies and new office space needs. A large reason for new activity is the substantial decreases in property values. CoStar reports that real estate investment firm SC Properties acquired a three-building campus known as San Mateo Gateway Center for $37.5 million — significantly less than its $87.5 million acquisition price five yea
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
A growing number of men in their prime working years are opting out of the U.S. labor force, and it’s causing concern among economists. As of August 2024, approximately 10.5% of men aged 25-54 (about 6.8 million individuals), are neither employed nor seeking employment, according to recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The 10.5% is more than three times the percentage recorded in 1955 — when only 3% of men were in similar positions, according to Business Insider.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Coworking solutions are being considered as a viable way to benefit rural communities and promote economic development in Scotland. The Scotsman reports the country is taking inspiration from Ireland’s thriving coworking hub scene to revitalize rural communities. It’s reported that Ireland’s Connected Hubs network contributes an estimated €1 billion annually to local economies.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Climate change is causing significant financial damage, and without intervention, global costs could reach $3.1 trillion annually by 2050. AI can help optimize energy use, streamline supply chains, and improve climate modeling, but its own environmental footprint needs to be managed. There is a pressing need for education and training in AI and sustainability, as many executives are unclear on how to effectively implement AI for sustainability goals.
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Sharing your authentic self in a virtual interview can be an unwanted challenge. How do you break through the digital barrier when conducting a virtual interview and share your exceptional self? Think in unconventional ways to elevate the virtual interviewing experience.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
A recent study suggests that curbing smartphone usage by just one hour per day could significantly improve employee satisfaction and motivation in the workplace. The study, published by German Center for Mental Health , examined the effects of reduced screen time on work satisfaction and overall employee well-being. The study divided participants into four groups based on daily behaviors.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
The metaverse allows coworking spaces to design custom virtual environments that boost collaboration through immersive experiences. By transcending physical boundaries, the metaverse enables coworking operators to attract a diverse, global membership, offering inclusive environments regardless of geographic location or physical ability. Coworking operators can host unique virtual events, offer tiered memberships, and create mentorship programs, all while tapping into a burgeoning market.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Workplace etiquette isn’t just about being polite — it could also play a significant role in your career trajectory. A recent survey by Monster reveals that workplace etiquette — or the lack thereof — could be a major factor in employees’ decisions to stay or leave their jobs. Furthermore, the survey highlights that poor manners in the workplace can have a direct impact on how coworkers perceive you, which in turn affects opportunities for collaboration, promotion, and overall caree
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
U.S. companies reliant on East and Gulf Coast seaports are racing to find logistical workarounds ahead of a looming strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union. Reuters reports that the potential strike , set for October 1, threatens to disrupt critical sea routes and cripple key economic sectors just weeks before the U.S. presidential election, highlighting concerns over workforce stability and the fragile state of the economy.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn
Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The flexible office space sector is set for significant growth over the next two years, with European providers actively pursuing new expansion strategies despite rising operational costs. Data from Instant Group’s “2024 Global Partner Survey Report” shows operators worldwide are remaining optimistic about flexible work environments and their role in the future of work.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Just as economic news starts to sound optimistic, a survey by Incomes Data Research (IDR) reveals many U.K. employers plan to reduce pay raises in 2025. Nearly two-thirds of the 100 employers surveyed intend to offer smaller pay raises compared to 2024. This is a notable increase from the 53% recorded last year. The report shows 45% of organizations are looking to implement pay increases ranging from 3% to 4% in 2025.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
New research shows that workers’ ability to transition into emerging roles will be a key factor in determining whether they experience success or fall behind in the future of work. The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) latest white paper , “A Global Framework for Enabling Transitions to the Jobs of Tomorrow,” examines how trends in technology, the economy, and climate change are disrupting the global labor market, and making job transitions more critical than ever.
Allwork
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Amazon employees are letting their voices be heard following the company’s announcements to revert back to a traditional five-day in-office workweek starting January 2025. Fortune reports that the change has provoked widespread dissatisfaction within Amazon’s workforce, as revealed through anonymous surveys and internal feedback within the company.
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