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Return to Office Policies Risk Diversity, Experts Warn

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Research suggests that such policies disproportionately affect women, minorities, caregivers, and neurodiverse employees, potentially driving them to quit or seek more flexible opportunities elsewhere, according to The Washington Post. Workplace experts warn that inflexible policies could lead to a less diverse workforce over time.

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Digital Nomads Flood Cape Town, Driving Up Housing Costs

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This has driven up rental prices, making it harder for middle-income South Africans to find affordable housing. David Frost, from the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association, believes that welcoming remote workers can actually stabilize the economy by reducing the seasonal ups and downs typical in tourism.

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Portugal Backtracks, Shifts To Strict Digital Nomad Policies

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The program previously allowed foreigners to take up residency in Portugal if they purchased real estate. Following that, lawmakers decided to end the non-habitual residency (NHR) tax in 2024, which had allowed foreigners to reside in Portugal for up to 10 years while paying a flat income tax.

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Amazon Workers In Europe Battling RTO Mandate With More Power Than U.S. Workforce

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The tech behemoth announced in September that it would require its staff to be in offices five days a week a jarring shift from a hybrid work set-up that had been in place for the years prior, owing to the pandemic. Many companies have eased employees back into office work by starting with a few days in person and eventually ramping it up.

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Constant Remote Work Appeals Unmask A Hidden Workplace Crisis

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Continuous remote work requests signal a deeper disconnect between company policies and employee needs, indicating a need for thoughtful intervention to address employee engagement and satisfaction. With a clear understanding of the issues at hand, you can communicate the rationale behind your policies more effectively.

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Become An Investor Magnet: Clear Work-From-Home Policies Boost Company Value and Attract Top Talent

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Investors are increasingly considering the clarity and employee acceptance of work-from-home policies as indicators of a company’s operational efficiency and cultural solidity, factors integral to long-term business valuation. Unveiling the Nexus Between Policy Clarity and Performance But why is clarity so important?

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2025 HR Compliance Checklist: What U.S. HR Leaders Must Do Today

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Companies must review policies related to remote work, employee rights, and job posting requirements to align with new legislative mandates. Update Anti-Discrimination Policies Californias new anti-discrimination laws expand the definition of race to include traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and hairstyles (e.g.,

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