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Four simple ways to embrace neurodiversity in the workplace

Workplace Insight

It is thought that up to 20 percent of the UK population is neurodivergent and while many companies now are more educated on the need for diversity, many still have some way to go to adapt their workplaces both culturally and physically to ensure these individuals feel they are truly supported, valued, respected and able to the excel in their role.

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Should Flexible Working Be A Right, And Not Just A Privilege?

Allwork

The evolving conflict over workplace location and models encompasses potential collective bargaining for remote work, potential corporate migration, and governments possibly legislating flexibility as a right. Flexibility in the workplace can also lead to increased employee satisfaction, retention, and potentially, productivity.

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Employee Perk or Productivity Secret? Corporate Wellness Programs Deliver on Both

Success

They are in abundance as developers jump on the corporate wellness train: there are mental health apps with therapists in your pocket. They also might be a key factor, the report shows, in retaining female employees, the demographic more likely to leave the workplace with caregiving obligations. And so much more.

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Tax Planning for Freelancers: 5 Strategic Moves To Make Now To Avoid Tax Pain Next Year

Allwork

.” In this form of business, the freelancer is personally responsible for all aspects of the business, including its debts and legal obligations. There is no legal distinction between the owner and the business. Firstly, it is the simplest and least expensive form of business to set up and maintain.

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The Perils Of Ignoring Sexual Harassment Training

Allwork

Workplace sexual harassment continues to be a widespread problem, yet 36% of organizations do not offer anti-harassment training. It has proven to diminish job satisfaction, reduce levels of commitment and can result in employees withdrawing (psychologically and physically) from the workplace. As of 2021 , only 17 U.S.

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Flexible working rights stand to benefit millions of people

Workplace Insight

From today (April 6th 2024), UK employees will have the legal right to request flexible working from their first day in a new job. Organisations should see it as positive encouragement for how jobs and workplaces can be shaped to support different forms of flexible working.

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Employee Files: What to include, what to leave out, and what’s confidential

BMT Office Administration

They help maintain a safe workplace Does your organization require mandatory OSHA training? They can minimize workplace disputes Is an employee disputing a disciplinary action for being consistently tardy? Also, you’re legally obligated to retain these records for at least one year by the EEOC.

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