Mon.Feb 26, 2024

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The Art of Small Talk: How to Connect With Strangers and Acquaintances

Success

Does small talk really matter? Absolutely, says Shasta Nelson , social relationships expert, speaker and author of The Business of Friendship , Friendships Don’t Just Happen: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of Girlfriends and Frientimacy: How to Deepen Friendships for Lifelong Health and Happiness. “Almost every relationship we have starts with seemingly mundane moments,” explains Nelson.

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How To Solve The Trust Gap In Remote Work

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Remote work challenges stem from a traditional equating of visibility with productivity, leading to transparency gaps and trust issues when remote work obscures direct observation of employee activities. Remote work necessitates a balance of synchronous and asynchronous engagement, as the lack of a physical office removes inherent work rhythms. Granting autonomy to employees, trusting them to manage their time and workload, and providing them with the freedom to explore creative solutions can le

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

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Every year, the SUCCESS Women of Influence awards shine an exciting spotlight on remarkable women who transcend boundaries, inspiring and transforming lives across diverse industries and communities. These women are the unsung heroes, the trailblazers who’ve left an indelible mark, both personally and professionally. In honor of Women’s History Month, we’d like to continue our celebration of inspiring women everywhere—those who are breaking barriers, giving back and making an impact in their dai

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Switzerland Struggles With Labor Shortages, Considers New Workforce Strategies

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Switzerland’s labor market is facing a dilemma where despite a low unemployment rate, there is a persistent shortage of labor across many industries. This paradox, as analyzed by Deloitte , is further complicated by an ageing population that tends to favor part-time employment. There is also a decrease in confidence in employability among older workers who fear they may lack professional and technical skills in areas like IT and artificial intelligence.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

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!

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Offices not geared up for hybrid working, poll claims

Workplace Insight

Despite a huge increase in the number of businesses adopting a hybrid working model, a new poll from Crown Workspace claims that almost half (46 percent) of hybrid workers believe their office or workspace does not suit a hybrid working model and is in need of modernisation. In recent months a number of businesses have requested a return to the office or an increase to the number of days spent in the office.

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Young people should be the main focus of mental health efforts

Workplace Insight

Young people are now more likely to experience a common mental disorder (CMD) than any other age group – a complete reversal compared to two decades ago when they were least likely to. And the economic consequences are greatest for those whose poor mental health comes alongside poor educational outcomes, with one-in-three young non-graduates with a CMD currently workless, according to new Resolution Foundation research.

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Over Half a Million in U.K. Face Job Insecurity, Disabled, Young Workers Hit Hardest

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Over half a million U.K. workers transitioned into insecure employment within the last year. This alarming figure, as reported by The Morning Star , suggests potential challenges for the U.K. workforce, as job security becomes an increasingly scarce commodity among employees. Data published by the Work Foundation at Lancaster University reveals 21.4% of the active labor force is now grappling with job instability.

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