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’s largest building society, has recently made headlines with an update to their flexible work environment. This decision by Nationwide’s new chief executive, Debbie Crosbie, reflects the widespread adoption of hybrid work environments as the standard moving into 2024. Nationwide, the U.K.’s

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OCTOBER 18, 2022

As an employee, it’s important to feel safe and secure in all workplace environments. . Workplace harassment can take many shapes and forms, and when left unaddressed, it can negatively impact wellbeing, productivity, and company culture. . As an employee, it’s important to feel safe and secure in all workplace environments.

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JULY 28, 2023

This article was written by Jodi Williams and Susan Soehnlen of Arcadis for Work Design Magazine. Changing company policies, advancements in technology, and the evolving built environment has led to shifts in the way individuals approach their work.

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MAY 19, 2023

If they are at home and not going through that process, we don’t think they’re as successful.” In response to this belief, Salesforce overhauled its previously flexible policy. A similar shift in policy is being observed in leading tech, finance, and other sectors. Instead, it calls for task-specific office attendance.

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AUGUST 29, 2022

Unless concrete policy and design alterations have been made, the answer is likely no. . For software company Corel, this has come in the form of what it calls a “Work3” initiative. . On the other hand, culture may be the trickiest part of transitioning to a flexible work environment.

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JUNE 14, 2022

Organizations that fail to provide adequate support for all work environments risk damaging employee morale and retention, according to Jan Bruce, CEO and co-founder of meQuilibrium. . It’s important to make sure that employees understand why in-office work policies exist. . Bruce advises employers to: .

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Specialized spaces within coworking environments are trending, providing tailored amenities and designs for niche industries to foster creativity and collaboration. It can be challenging to search for specialized resources in a generic landscape or attempt to forge connections when the environment feels out of sync.

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JANUARY 28, 2024

In the built environment, these tools are helpful only to the extent the building, systems and corporate policies allow them to be. AI in M Moser’s living labs Our living lab program offers real-world environments to test these tools independently and together as part of a system.

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MARCH 1, 2023

What this means is that all policies, resources, physical spaces, and the company’s ethos and values enable every employee to feel that their wellbeing has been prioritized. These groups are often formed to promote diversity and inclusion at work and provide support and resources for employees who share these characteristics.

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OCTOBER 29, 2023

The built environment shapes behaviors. Unfortunately, getting back to “normal” isn’t as simple as reinstating pre-COVID work policies. The built environment is a stage for human activity, but it also shapes behaviors. Collaboration takes many forms Different kinds of collaboration call for different tools and settings.

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OCTOBER 1, 2023

There are a few policies companies can put into place in the near-term, and other accommodations that may take longer but are worth it in the long run. An organizational culture that welcomes neurodiversity in the workplace needs to stem from policies and core values.

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JANUARY 31, 2024

The location of the office, accessibility, surrounding amenities, and purpose-driven in-person experiences are vital in making the commute worthwhile for employees, enhancing company culture, and fostering a connected work environment. Another critical aspect of promoting flexibility involves rethinking in-office attendance policies.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Even more worryingly, employers seem to prefer some form of in-person work, but have done little to improve these environments. Listening to employees is crucial as companies iterate on their policies, practices, and product solutions to align with team members’ needs.” . .

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DECEMBER 14, 2023

It demonstrates the potential for individuals in the workplace to develop strong virtual connections that rival those formed in person. Another key finding from the study is the positive impact of taking short breaks between meetings.

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AUGUST 19, 2021

If you’re someone who works in a fear-based environment , you know the symptoms. Research alternatives to the current discipline policy your senior leaders are using, and then engage HR to find ways to implement the change. The trouble with a fear-based environment is that it becomes a vicious cycle.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2023

After all, work forms a significant part of our daily routines and any change can have far-reaching implications on our work-life balance, productivity, and overall well-being. This empathy gap can lead to policies that favor the preferences of those at the top, reinforcing the “Boss Privilege.”

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OCTOBER 4, 2022

Outright racism, sexism, homophobia, ageism and other forms of prejudice in the workplace are typically easy to target and address accordingly. . However, microaggressions can also come in even less-obvious forms.  . Discrimination in the workplace has always been abhorrent, but it remains a common obstacle that minorities face. .

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JULY 26, 2023

This heightened stress level, primarily, comes from the task of implementing company policies on hybrid work and the return to office. The typical scenario, based on my experience of assisting 21 companies transition to hybrid work, is that executives set the policies and leave it to middle managers to enforce them.

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MAY 24, 2023

Businesses should strive for consistency in their work policies, rather than capricious decision-making following leadership shifts. By establishing formal, written norms, companies can offer their employees the necessary support and structure to thrive in a hybrid work environment.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2023

While forming workplace bonds presents its own set of unique challenges, the rewards make it a worthwhile journey. How to make friends at work Utilize workplace community The environment in which we work can play a pivotal role in the growth of workplace friendships. It also doesn’t hurt to be generous with your encouragement.

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MAY 13, 2022

Returning to the office and working in-person means employees lose control over their environment and must adapt to new situations. Workplace leaders should support this transition by creating environments that promote wellbeing, concentration, and creativity.

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MAY 5, 2022

million disabled people actually use a wheelchair, meaning that the needs of the remaining 92% are potentially not being met by the built environment. Historically, the spaces which make up the built environment have been primarily designed by and for neurotypical people. Acoustic environment.

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MARCH 14, 2019

As we pointed out earlier this week , firms of all sizes and types are increasing their use of freelancers and other forms of non-employee labor.  A Positive Work Environment.   The study chart below is from the MBO Partners 2019 Client of Choice study. Having Their Work Valued. The Opportunity to Learn and Build Skills.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

Workplaces can enhance the commuting experience by creating attractive office environments with advanced technology, collaborative culture, and design for future flexibility to meet the evolving needs of employees. Promote inclusivity by ensuring everyone feels welcome and wants to be part of the office dynamic.

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MARCH 28, 2023

Magenta Associates, the communications specialist for the built environment, has signed The Anti-Greenwash Charter , an agreement to promote responsible marketing within the industry. Greenwashing in the built environment remains a growing concern, from the misrepresentation of information or lack of true transparency.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Fully remote workers can have a 54 percent lower carbon footprint compared with fully in-office workers, and all forms of remote and hybrid working have the potential to cut emissions, according to a new study from researcher at Cornell University and sponsored by Microsoft.

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DECEMBER 28, 2022

Currently, 36% of organizations do not provide any form of anti-harassment training, despite all the evidence that sexual harassment can seriously harm a company’s reputation (let alone the harm it causes to the victims). . Sexual harassment at work can include bullying, coercion and unwanted physical contact.

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MAY 4, 2023

This can take many forms, including being passed over for advancement or raises, not offered projects or job opportunities, sometimes even demotions and often lost income due to lack of paid leave following the arrival of a new baby. Companies that create a work environment where mothers thrive will see their investment return tenfold.

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APRIL 17, 2024

The damage can be healed, but it requires a return to psychological safety and a commitment by leaders to a zero-tolerance policy on workplace bullying. Decades of scientific research document the physical harm to brains from all forms of bullying and abuse. But why is damaging someone’s brain at work normalized?

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NOVEMBER 8, 2023

suggests that just a quarter of employers have a menopause policy in place, however today’s research shows less than one in 10 (9 percent) of women going through menopause work for a business that offers leave for this. This could include a specific menopause policy. The CIPD report found 32 percent of employers said they did this.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Building in flexibility within workplace strategy and office design is a way to ensure working environments remain a magnetic destination that support people all year round…but what does this type of flexibility look like? Updating office working policies can make a big difference to the employee experience.

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MAY 16, 2022

Employers may need to redesign workspaces, overhaul their recruitment practices and redefine DE&I policies to attract and retain neurodivergent job seekers. . Organizational policies need to be re-written to specify what they will offer neurodivergent employees. Last year a record 47.4 According to David O’Coimin ,?

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MAY 18, 2023

Yet, over half (52 percent) of decision makers would like to mandate a full-time return to the office, despite the majority of employees (76 percent) saying they would prefer some form of hybrid working set-up to a fully remote or office-based alternative.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Companies must have clear policies and procedures in place to ensure that this process is as smooth and efficient as possible. That way, IRS doesn’t get involved, since the furniture doesn’t end up on an employee’s W-2 form.

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MAY 10, 2022

Read our full website policy here. . Like other forms of physical activity, seated exercise offers similar wellness benefits while reducing the risk of injury as well as discomfort. . Allwork.Space is supported by its readers, and this page contains sponsored links. Ergonomics .

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JUNE 26, 2023

What’s your parental leave policy? How are you making sure you have an inclusive environment that doesn’t retaliate against women for being women, no matter what life stage they are in? Are you including your employees when forming related policies and programs?

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The Employment Rights Act 1996 has continuously evolved – the Employment Relations (Flexible Work) Bill alters and extends this act in its current form. Clearer asynchronous communication, not only saves multiple work hours but is also beneficial for roles like job-sharers, which are prevalent in flexible work environments.

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