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Should Flexible Working Be A Right, And Not Just A Privilege?

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On the issue of rights versus privileges, rights are typically associated with fundamental human needs and societal standards, and are often legally protected. This could lead to a new form of corporate migration, seeking locales that not only provide tax benefits but also cater to the lifestyle desires of a highly skilled, mobile workforce.

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Rejection of flexible working request shouldn’t blind employers to their legal duties

Workplace Insight

The Tribunal also said remote working doesn’t always allow individuals to observe or respond to “non-verbal communication which may arise outside of the context of formal events but which nonetheless forms an important part of working with other individuals”.

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Jess Mah Was a High School Dropout—And an Entrepreneurial Genius

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Astonishing Labs In addition to Indinero and Mahway, Jessica Mah has founded a stealth legal tech company as well as biotech venture creation vehicle Astonishing Labs that’s building bold biotech companies. She doesn’t have a target number but foresees forming at least 20 new startups in the next 10 years. Photo courtesy of Jess Mah.

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Flexible working rights stand to benefit millions of people

Workplace Insight

From today (April 6th 2024), UK employees will have the legal right to request flexible working from their first day in a new job. While many organisations will already be familiar with remote and hybrid working, this new right can help to normalise conversations about flexibility in all its forms.

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Customizing Coworking Spaces for Niche Markets: Smart Strategy Or Risky Move?

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It’s rocking the charts as one of the top 10 coworking space trends for 2024. Strategic Partnerships : Understanding the dynamics of niche industries enables operators to form strategic partnerships with industry organizations, associations, and businesses. It’s not new, but guess what?

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3 Ways to Create a Better System for Information Management

All Things Admin

For example: FORMForms LTR – Letters MEMO – Memos LBL – Labels MAP – Maps ENV – Envelopes RPT – Reports SIGN – Signs BOD – Board of Directors Keep this list of abbreviations posted where you and others who may need it can easily reference it when creating or searching for files. Then, pick an abbreviation that represents it.

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AI Probably Won’t Take Your Job In 2024

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businesses across a wide spectrum of industries are using AI in some shape or form. The survey included professionals working in the legal, tax & accounting, global trade, risk management, and compliance fields employed at government agencies and corporate in-house departments. The report found that hundreds of U.S.

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