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Unmasking the Corporate Return-to-Work Fallacy: A Genuine Approach to Junior Staff Development

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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. This was the case at a large professional services firm.

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Women Will be Disproportionally Affected by the Rise of AI and Automation

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It highlights the need for re-skilling and up-skilling , particularly among the most vulnerable groups and in the most heavily impacted industries. Women’s participation in the workforce has reached record highs this year. However, it will more than likely not prevent automation from happening.

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Neurodiversity In The Workplace Is Redefining How Companies Operate

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For example, research shows that autism and dyslexia can give people skills in pattern recognition, memory and mathematics. 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.

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

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This could potentially exacerbate inequalities, as those in higher-skilled or in-demand roles may be more likely to negotiate for flexibility, while others in more precarious employment situations may not have that bargaining power.

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6 Ways To Prove That Your Company Isn’t Flex-Washing

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Your remote work policies. To demonstrate your company’s skill level at asynchronous work, describe a typical day for your remote workers. Companies that are skilled at remote work have mechanisms for ensuring their remote workers feel truly part of the larger team and company mission — they’re not just out of sight, out of mind.

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A Manager’s Guide to Dismantling a Fear-Based Company Culture from the Inside Out

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Research alternatives to the current discipline policy your senior leaders are using, and then engage HR to find ways to implement the change. This is usually easier said than done because HR tends to own the policy and has been conditioned to believe it mitigates risk.) Help leaders build trust with employees.

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What Freelancers Want From Their Clients

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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.  The quick answer as to what these skilled independent professionals want from their clients is: Being Treated as Part of the Team. The Opportunity to Learn and Build Skills.

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