Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Focusing on continuous learning, strengthening professional networks, and demonstrating unique value are essential steps to reduce the likelihood of being targeted for layoffs. Anticipating and effectively managing stress, acknowledging challenges, and demonstrating initiative, flexibility, and optimism in the workplace can significantly increase an employee’s value.
LEADERASSISTANT.COM
OCTOBER 13, 2024
Gabriel Francisco is an executive assistant and a seasoned globetrotter, leveraging almost two decades of international speaking engagements, teaching endeavors, and business relationships that enrich his professional tapestry. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Gabriel talks about developing your soft skills, joy in the workplace, being a culture manager, and tips on public speaking and performance.
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Allwork
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Online work is not just a way to avoid commuting or sharing workspace with others; it’s something else entirely. First of all, you have an unlimited employer pool. Why don’t online workers need a union? Because they can always look for work elsewhere, which makes it nearly impossible to monopolize the job market. Online work also highly incentivizes being your own boss.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 16, 2024
A new report from the British Council for Offices (BCO) argues that if employers want their staff to ‘return to office’, they need to approach the workplace in the same way they would their customers by creating spaces that offer experiences workers actively seek out. The report, titled Towards Experience Utopia , claims to serve as a comprehensive guide for creating optimal working environments that integrate the best aspects of both remote and in-office work.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
Allwork
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Generation X plays a pivotal role in shaping work culture through their resilience, adaptability, and entrepreneurial spirit. Gen X’s influential leadership bridges traditional and modern values to meet diverse workplace needs and expectations. 79% of Gen X feel underappreciated and experience slower promotion rates (compared to Millennials) — despite having the required qualifications for leadership roles.
Success
OCTOBER 18, 2024
A few weeks ago, Nike announced that Elliott Hill , a 36-year company veteran once passed over for the top job, would return as CEO, replacing John Donahoe, a former Bain consultant and eBay executive. Donahoe’s tenure as CEO saw Nike deviate from their traditional strengths to focus on a new direct-to-consumer strategy and an implementation of multiple waves of layoffs that decimated employee morale and stifled innovation.
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Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Strategic investment, innovative technology, and collaboration are essential for achieving sustainability and value goals in the real estate sector, according to a new report from Colliers. The report Realising ESG Performance: The Value-Driven Transformation of Europe’s Built Environment [registration] claims to provide insights into how the real estate industry can embrace sustainable buildings and comply with regulatory demands while creating long-term value.
Allwork
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Success in hybrid work models requires shifting focus from presenteeism to outcomes and quality, and establishing trust as a cornerstone for effective management and employee satisfaction. Setting and clearly communicating goals, performance metrics, and expectations is critical in hybrid work to facilitate team cohesion, reduce ambiguity, and enhance productivity.
Success
OCTOBER 15, 2024
It’s no surprise that having a disability has historically been perceived as a weakness. That’s how disabilities have been portrayed in both media and society as a whole. This perception of disability has also found its way into the workplace—which, rooted in capitalism as it is, tends to prioritize productivity. This has resulted in widespread ableism and has excluded many workers with disabilities.
C-Suite Assistants
OCTOBER 18, 2024
A family office is unique in the business world. A family office executive assistant (EA) may have very different responsibilities from an EA in a corporate office. While confidentiality, discretion, and trust are essential for any EA, these qualities are especially critical for a family business. A family office EA will have access to highly sensitive financial and personal data, so they must be able to handle confidential issues with extreme care.
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.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In today’s evolving workplace landscape, the issue of sexual harassment at work and the work-related environment remains a pressing concern for employers and employees alike. Recent surveys have shed light on the pervasive nature of this problem, revealing that a significant portion of workers continue to experience sexual harassment at work not only from colleagues, but also from third parties such as suppliers, customers and patients.
Allwork
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Nearly half of U.S. middle managers are experiencing burnout, posing challenges not only for themselves but also significantly impacting their teams’ productivity and engagement levels. About 30% of employees report that their bosses are often too stressed to provide adequate support, particularly pronounced in high-pressure industries like oil, gas, retail, and construction.
Success
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries , reshaping everything from customer service to scientific research. However, as this technology becomes essential in daily life, its energy consumption has raised significant environmental concerns. The race is on to find sustainable solutions that balance innovation with ecological responsibility.
Tips From T. Marie
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Imagine you’re a woman over 50 with years of experience, wisdom that comes from decades of navigating work and life, and yet… the job market treats you like an outdated app that no one wants to download. Sound familiar? Unfortunately, ageism in the workplace is alive and kicking, and if you’re a woman, the double whammy of ageism and sexism can feel like a one-two punch.
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Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The Design Guild Mark has opened entries for the 2025 edition, inviting designers and companies to submit entries for three categories: furniture, lighting and interior elements. Entry is open to British designers working in the UK or abroad, and designers with UK based design practices. The Design Guild Mark is a non-profit award programme that was established in 2008 by The Furniture Makers’ Company to raise the profile of British industrial design and to recognise excellence in this disciplin
Allwork
OCTOBER 18, 2024
One of Amazon’s top executives defended the new, controversial 5-day-per-week in-office policy on Thursday, saying those who do not support it can leave for another company. Speaking at an all-hands meeting for AWS, unit CEO Matt Garman said nine out of 10 workers he has spoken with support the new policy, which takes effect in January, according to a transcript reviewed by Reuters.
Success
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Mister Rogers (and his mom!) reminded generations to “look for the helpers” amidst difficult or trying times. In the wake of not one but two devastating hurricanes along the East and Florida coasts the past month, the helpers are rich in numbers. While we certainly never want to downplay the more than 250 deaths ( 251 to Helene and currently 24 to Milton ), we recognize that good people can be found amongst the rubble and destruction.
Productivityist
OCTOBER 18, 2024
In this Flashback Friday episode, I reconnect with Paul Millerd to discuss his new book, Good Work: Reclaiming Your Inner Ambition. Paul reflects on life changes, including becoming a parent and launching this book. Our chat touches on how personal growth, creativity, and work-life integration evolved for him since our original conversation. Paul shares the challenges of writing and parenting simultaneously, detailing how he resisted conventional book launch strategies to focus on sustainable pr
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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.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 16, 2024
CEOs face sleepwalking into reputational disaster through a concerning over-confidence which masks inadequate crisis planning to mitigate modern day risks, according to a new report [registration] from PHA Group. The survey questioned 150 CEOs across the UK’s £240bn professional services sector on confidence and planning in navigating business critical issues.
Allwork
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The coworking industry is shifting to meet the growing demand for flexibility in office spaces, with a significant portion expected to adapt to flexible arrangements. Will Sandford, Director of Coworking at Yardi, spoke about the importance of building long-term relationships with enterprise clients, as they contribute significantly more revenue compared to individual users.
Success
OCTOBER 16, 2024
At Harvard University’s commencement ceremony this year, humanist chaplain Greg Epstein gave a blessing that was not religious in nature. “Take a deep breath, not because you earned it,” said Epstein. “You never have to earn breath. You deserve it because you are human.” Epstein’s book, Tech Agnostic: How Technology Became the World’s Most Powerful Religion, and Why It Desperately Needs a Reformation (MIT Press, October 2024) delivers a powerful argument for our collective indulgence in this fai
Productivityist
OCTOBER 16, 2024
In this episode of A Productive Conversation , I’m joined by Patrick McAndrew , founder and CEO of HARA, an exclusive membership community designed for entrepreneurs and leaders seeking to elevate their lives and align their personal and professional paths. Patrick has a unique blend of experience, from managing restaurants to advising corporate giants like Morgan Stanley, and he brings deep insight into how we can reclaim attention and cultivate intention in a tech-driven world.
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Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Lloyd’s of London has been in the news because it has proposed significant steps to address the notorious levels of misconduct in its sector, as well as tackling bad behaviour across its network. With the Worker Protection Act coming into force on the 26 October 2024, which stipulates new proactive duties on employers to take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, precautions taken by Lloyds may have been triggered by the new duties from this Act – but have opened the
Allwork
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Freelancers face an important decision in selecting a business structure, with options like LLCs, S-Corps, and C-Corps, each offering different benefits and drawbacks. LLCs provide flexibility and personal liability protection, while S-Corps allow pass-through taxation, but have stricter IRS requirements. C-Corps can attract investors, but face double taxation.
Success
OCTOBER 14, 2024
I hiked the Grand Canyon with a few girlfriends this past summer. Returning to my ordinary life as a wife and mother of three young children, I noticed that my emotional health had significantly improved beyond what I expected. I felt invigorated and inspired long after the endorphins and excitement from my adventure had worn off. Weeks later, I wondered if science could explain why a challenging two-day hike with friends had resulted in such an upgrade in my emotional health.
Karen Vivarelli
OCTOBER 15, 2024
POV: You’re a Coach who decided to embrace AI instead of fearing it It’s time to kick that fear to the curb and get curious about AI! Another thing to learn? Yes. You’re trying to embrace the new tech, but it’s all new? Yes. Can it feel intimidating and scary? Yes. But AI is revolutionising everything in a good way (you’re already using it more than you realise).
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!
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 16, 2024
According to an oft-cited study by psychologists at Princeton, we more or less make our minds about other people within one tenth of a second of meeting them. Experience suggests first impressions are often wrong, or at least incomplete, but at least we can correct ourselves. According to a new study in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin , many people says that it’s even harder to form an accurate impression of someone they meet through a screen.
Allwork
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Smart meeting room displays play an invaluable role in enhancing efficiency within coworking spaces by simplifying the management of meeting rooms. These displays streamline the booking process and provide real-time availability updates, allowing members to quickly find and reserve spaces as needed. By offering easy access to meeting details and important announcements, smart displays significantly improve the overall experience for members, making the workspace more user-friendly.
Success
OCTOBER 13, 2024
Can your DNA really determine how good you are at sales? According to a study by MIT Sloan’s Juanjuan Zhang and her team , the answer might be yes. They tracked 117 salespeople at an Asian telemarketing company over 13 months and compared DNA to sales performance using metrics like revenue, spotting opportunities and effort. The verdict? Some people are just wired for sales.
Allwork
OCTOBER 13, 2024
According to a recent INTOO report , 47% of Gen Z employees rely on AI tools over their managers to provide meaningful career guidance. The report highlights current expectations for more accessible and unbiased career support, and underscores the insufficient guidance managers provide. The future of mentorship involves integrating AI capabilities with human insights — allowing organizations to effectively meet the diverse needs and expectations of a tech-savvy generation.
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.
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