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Programming Strategies For A Happy Workplace

Allwork

Many organizations have been exploring workplace design solutions that can attract employees back to the office. However, an amazing physical space alone can’t achieve that. Melissa Pesci and Amin Mojtahedi of HGA surveyed their clients to understand what makes a productive and happy workplace and came up with six scalable ideas.

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Some Companies Are Asking Employees to Pay for Training to Increase Buy-in. But Does It Work?

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You make it through hurdle after hurdle, from multiple interviews to onboarding, and you are ready to start training. And then, you are asked to sign a Training Repayment Agreement Provisions (TRAPs) agreement. And as sketchy as the name sounds, you do it because, well, you need a job!

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The sector responds to the Spring Budget

Workplace Insight

Yesterday’s Spring Budget included a number of announcements that affect the various people, place and technology professions in the UK. The Autumn Budget in November 2023 teased us with the “Back to Work” plan to support sick or disabled adults back into work along with a launch of the occupational health consultation.

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A third of people say they have experienced a toxic manager

Workplace Insight

The findings are from Corndel’s Workplace Training Report 2024 , based on research conducted with 250 HR decision makers at large organisations and 1,000 UK employees. Over six in ten (62 percent) organisations will increase their training budgets in 2024, up from 48 percent in 2023.

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Unlocking the HR Secrets of Hybrid Work

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Leaders are grappling with how to adapt their workplaces and cultures to new remote and hybrid work models. As organizations look to the future, leaders are grappling with how to adapt their workplaces and cultures to this new reality. Allen also utilized existing tools like MS Teams and staff meetings to improve communication.

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5 Inclusive Design Strategies To Embrace Rapidly Aging Workforce

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The opinions of older demographics are often missing from the discussion on workplace preferences. Last year, Savills released a report on generational workplace preferences that covered four different generations. It states: “Workplaces thrive on the skills, wisdom, and talent of people across a range of ages.

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Why Company Retreats are Worth Every Penny

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Learning Opportunities: Retreats often include training sessions or professional development opportunities. This can lead to improved understanding and cooperation back in the workplace. It’s also important to note that these retreats can be scaled according to the size and budget of the company.

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