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How Does an “Open Door” Policy Work in a Virtual Environment?

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For many companies, the pandemic has revealed whether they really had an open-door policy or healthy team dynamics in the first place. Working virtually has been a new phenomenon for many and has presented several challenges. Problems arise when questioning how to cultivate this policy in a virtual environment.

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Pawsitivity at Work: Perks & Pitfalls Of Creating Pet-Friendly Coworking Spaces

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This presents a golden opportunity for coworking operators to stand out and attract a unique customer base — individuals who wish to share their workspace with their furry companions. Introducing a pet-friendly policy to your coworking space isn’t just about accommodating pets; it’s about enhancing the entire shared experience.

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Confronting The Bystander Effect In Workplace Harassment: 5 Strategies To Create A Bully-Free Workplace

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One of the most toxic behaviors that can infiltrate the office environment is workplace bullying. The Bystander Effect The bystander effect refers to the social psychological phenomenon where individuals do not offer any means of help to a victim when other people are present.

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J.M. Smucker’s Introduces A Novel Hybrid Work Schedule

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In a departure from conventional policies, J.M. Smucker has developed its own unique take on the hybrid work environment. The pandemic fundamentally transformed work policies across the U.S., with questions about the relevance of traditional office models becoming an important topic of discussion.

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Sustainability and skills at heart of RICS’ new manifesto for the built environment

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The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is launching its manifesto for the built environment in the lead-up to the next UK General Election, titled Empowering a Sustainable Future. The UK’s built and natural environments face large-scale challenges ranging from climate change to a cost-of-living crisis.

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UK built environment is woefully under-prepared for climate change

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New analysis published by UKGBC during the COP28 talks concludes that the UK’s built environment is severely under-equipped to adapt to our changing climate. No areas received a green rating, indicating that the UK built environment is not sufficiently adapted to the present and future risks posed by any of the threats assessed by UKGBC.

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Unlocking the HR Secrets of Hybrid Work

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Deblauwe attributes this to the flexibility that remote work offers, allowing employees to tailor their work environments to their needs. Operational Adaptations: A Three-Pronged Approach Tony Deblauwe focuses on the power of positive incentives to adapt to the new work environment.