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The Cost of Remote Work in a Technology-Centered World

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A 2018 article published in the Labor Law Journal looked at the legal implications of working after-hours, discussing how smartphones give employees easy access to their work emails at all hours of the day. Although this may allay anxiety for those work expectations, it likely also promotes strain on relationships and mental health.

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I Tried Napping Every Day for a Month—Here’s What I Learned About Toxic Hustle Culture

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A more recent study (2021) published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that afternoon naps improve cognition. If I didn’t nap in time, I would lie there forever missing important emails and sacrificing deadlines. Both practices seem like a great way to promote rest. Probably not.

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A 4-Question Guide to Unlock Your Creativity

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If your attention is leaky, the beeping horn from outside the window and the light coming from the bathroom will all distract you from, say, getting your tax return done or finishing that email to your partner. And while this can make checking items off a to-do list trying, Zabelina’s work shows that it also promotes creativity.

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Authentically Gen Z: The Values, Aspirations & Drivers That Will Re-Define The Future Of Work

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This article was written by Deborah Nemeth and Megan Skaalen , and was originally published on Work Design Magazine. When looking to attract and retain talent, organizations must consider what they can offer to encourage a healthy lifestyle, promote personal wellbeing, and maintain a strong work-life balance.

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How Designers Can Set The Stage For A Flexible Future

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This article was written by Mark Adams and Amy Clark , and was originally published on Work Design Magazine. Even though this seems minor, our CIO said he’s never had so many emails from team members expressing gratitude when the company rolled out this small change. Zeiss Michigan Quality Excellence Center, Wixom, Michigan.

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Executives and Assistants are Struggling Today

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[This article was originally posted at Executive Secretary Magazine.]. As founder and CEO of Office Dynamics International, I have been on the “other side of the desk” for 25 years. Jasmine was promoted to Vice President about two years ago. I have had some good Assistants and one bad Assistant. Employees feel time-compressed.

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Could You Write a Book in a Month?

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I had just appeared on the Today show to promote my first nonfiction book, an account of how my life was transformed by sacrificing some little luxuries. Like most working writers, a deadline with pay sets off an internal starting gun that allows the words to flow freely and willingly to the page. In 2005 I was confident.