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fromInc
6 hours ago

Fidelity Just Ended Hybrid Work. Is This the Start of a New RTO Wave?

Fidelity Investments mandates employees to return to the office five days a week starting September, moving away from a hybrid work policy.
fromBoston.com
8 hours ago

Fidelity to bring employees back to the office 5 days a week

Fidelity's belief is that being physically together creates more opportunities for a meaningful associate experience filled with connection, mentorship, and learning - elements that are central to our long-term success.
Boston food
Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Why So Many Companies Struggle to Retain Good Hourly Workers

The modern hourly workforce relies on multiple jobs and unpredictable schedules, necessitating better forecasting and scheduling for operational stability.
Careers
fromFast Company
19 hours ago

Is fun at work overrated?

Work has evolved from a necessary burden to a potentially fulfilling experience, especially in the last two decades.
Graphic design
fromForbes
14 hours ago

The Hidden Messages Your Workplace Design Is Sending Employees

Physical environments influence behavior and emotions, making workplace design crucial for engagement and productivity.
#leadership
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fromFortune
2 days ago

HR leaders are going quiet on the topics that matter most. This author has a fix | Fortune

Silence in leadership can lead to deeper organizational issues, including confusion and mistrust, making open communication essential.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

9 leaders on what they'd change about managing staff

Learning from management mistakes and evolving approaches can enhance leadership effectiveness and team culture.
Careers
fromFortune
2 days ago

HR leaders are going quiet on the topics that matter most. This author has a fix | Fortune

Silence in leadership can lead to deeper organizational issues, including confusion and mistrust, making open communication essential.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

9 leaders on what they'd change about managing staff

Learning from management mistakes and evolving approaches can enhance leadership effectiveness and team culture.
fromFast Company
22 hours ago

A CEO asked employees to move across the country. Then he quit

In January 2025, Fortune Brands Innovations announced it was moving its company's portfolio from individual offices across the country to one central headquarters outside Chicago, which meant hundreds of employees would need to relocate, or else lose their jobs.
NYC startup
#law-firms
World news
fromCity AM
1 day ago

Law firm demands staff back to Middle East desks

A major US law firm is urging staff to return to its Abu Dhabi office by May 4, covering relocation costs.
London startup
fromCity AM
1 day ago

Law firm 'hopeful' staff are back in Middle East office in May

A major US law firm is encouraging staff to return to its Abu Dhabi office, covering relocation costs for those returning.
World news
fromCity AM
1 day ago

Law firm demands staff back to Middle East desks

A major US law firm is urging staff to return to its Abu Dhabi office by May 4, covering relocation costs.
London startup
fromCity AM
1 day ago

Law firm 'hopeful' staff are back in Middle East office in May

A major US law firm is encouraging staff to return to its Abu Dhabi office, covering relocation costs for those returning.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

The Organizational Habit That Turns Small Issues Into Major Setbacks

Organizations often fail to surface risks early due to learned behaviors that prioritize avoidance over transparency, leading to costly delays and issues.
Agile
fromTalentLMS Blog
1 day ago

The Mid-Year Review Process Is Broken. Here's the Fix.

Mid-year reviews focus on past performance, failing to assess future capabilities and skill development of team members.
Higher education
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Somehow, new college grads are optimistic amid a brutal job market, report shows

Recent college graduates face a challenging job market influenced by AI, with inadequate preparation from universities and a significant gender gap in training.
Mental health
fromFortune
1 day ago

Your job can actually kill you: More than 840,000 people die annually from health conditions linked to work stress, ILO report says | Fortune

Work-related psychosocial risks contribute to over 840,000 deaths annually, primarily from cardiovascular disease and mental disorders, impacting global health and economy.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

How Microlearning Supports Training For Large, Distributed Enterprise Workforces

Microlearning enhances training delivery speed and scalability in large enterprises, addressing the complexity of diverse learning needs across various business units.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Thought Everyone Had the Same Instinct When Someone They Love Is Laid Off. Our Friends Proved Me Very Wrong.

Friendship dynamics can be complicated, especially when it involves support during unemployment.
Typography
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

It's the Most Mundane Part of Any Job. Workers Are Getting Increasingly, Um, Expressive With It.

Email signatures can reflect personal expression, sometimes leading to unprofessional or bizarre outcomes in workplace communication.
#microsoft
Retirement
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

For the First Time, Microsoft Is Offering Voluntary Retirement to 7% of Its Workforce - Here's Why

Microsoft is offering early retirement to 7% of its US workforce as it invests heavily in AI infrastructure.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Microsoft encourages chunk of experienced US staff to leave

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to US employees to improve Windows quality and reliability.
Retirement
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

For the First Time, Microsoft Is Offering Voluntary Retirement to 7% of Its Workforce - Here's Why

Microsoft is offering early retirement to 7% of its US workforce as it invests heavily in AI infrastructure.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Microsoft encourages chunk of experienced US staff to leave

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to US employees to improve Windows quality and reliability.
Information security
fromZDNET
3 days ago

Nearly half of cybersecurity pros want to quit - here's why

There's a significant mismatch between demand and rewards in cybersecurity, leading to dissatisfaction among professionals.
Remote teams
fromBlackpressusa
1 day ago

Why employers are investing in building a culture of collaboration

A culture of collaboration enhances efficiency, problem-solving, employee engagement, and innovation in modern businesses.
Agile
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Your company isn't slow. It's stuck

Friction, not speed, is the primary issue hindering organizational transformation and agility.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Do less, ask for more: How to make life easier as a working parent

Transitioning back to work after parental leave is challenging, but proactive planning and communication with employers can ease the process.
#remote-work
fromAol
3 days ago
Remote teams

This Is The Best Work-From-Home State In The US, Per A 2026 Study

Remote teams
fromThe Olympian
5 days ago

These are the 10 best states to work from home. Where is Washington on the list?

Washington state ranks among the top 10 states for remote work due to favorable conditions for telecommuting.
Remote teams
fromTri-City Herald
5 days ago

These are the 10 best states to work from home. Where is Washington on the list?

Washington state ranks among the top 10 states for remote work due to favorable conditions and benefits.
Remote teams
fromTechSpot
1 day ago

Which tech company invented work-from-home, then killed it?

IBM pioneered remote work but later mandated employees return to the office, reversing decades of telecommuting practices.
Remote teams
fromAol
3 days ago

This Is The Best Work-From-Home State In The US, Per A 2026 Study

Utah is ranked as the best state for remote work due to low costs and favorable living conditions.
Remote teams
fromThe Olympian
5 days ago

These are the 10 best states to work from home. Where is Washington on the list?

Washington state ranks among the top 10 states for remote work due to favorable conditions for telecommuting.
Remote teams
fromTri-City Herald
5 days ago

These are the 10 best states to work from home. Where is Washington on the list?

Washington state ranks among the top 10 states for remote work due to favorable conditions and benefits.
Careers
fromFast Company
22 hours ago

Over 80% of workers are more likely to consider leaving the U.S., survey suggests

Workers are increasingly considering relocating abroad due to economic pressures and a desire for better quality of life.
World news
fromYahoo News
1 week ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while various countries adopt measures to confront resource scarcity.
#middle-management
Careers
fromBig Think
19 hours ago

What we should be teaching managers right now

Middle managers significantly influence employee engagement and satisfaction, impacting organizational culture and performance.
Careers
fromBig Think
19 hours ago

What we should be teaching managers right now

Middle managers significantly influence employee engagement and satisfaction, impacting organizational culture and performance.
#hybrid-work
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Why simplicity is the silent driver of hybrid workplace success

Hybrid work requires seamless technology in meeting rooms to enhance collaboration and productivity.
Remote teams
fromFinanceBuzz
16 hours ago

10 Hybrid Jobs That Pay at Least $50 an Hour (And Are Desperate for Workers)

Hybrid work offers benefits of remote and office environments, with high-paying jobs in demand and strong growth potential.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Why the meeting room has become the true test of hybrid work

Inconsistent meeting room setups create friction for employees and complexity for IT, undermining the effectiveness of hybrid work.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

How collaboration technology defines the next phase of hybrid work

Hybrid work technology is evolving towards integrated collaboration environments that enhance meeting spaces, utilize AI, and prioritize sustainability.
Remote teams
fromHR Brew
1 month ago

Hybrid work isn't working. Here's how HR can help.

Hybrid work remains popular among employees, but job listings for hybrid roles are scarce, with only 7% offering this option.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Why simplicity is the silent driver of hybrid workplace success

Hybrid work requires seamless technology in meeting rooms to enhance collaboration and productivity.
Remote teams
fromFinanceBuzz
16 hours ago

10 Hybrid Jobs That Pay at Least $50 an Hour (And Are Desperate for Workers)

Hybrid work offers benefits of remote and office environments, with high-paying jobs in demand and strong growth potential.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Why the meeting room has become the true test of hybrid work

Inconsistent meeting room setups create friction for employees and complexity for IT, undermining the effectiveness of hybrid work.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

How collaboration technology defines the next phase of hybrid work

Hybrid work technology is evolving towards integrated collaboration environments that enhance meeting spaces, utilize AI, and prioritize sustainability.
Remote teams
fromHR Brew
1 month ago

Hybrid work isn't working. Here's how HR can help.

Hybrid work remains popular among employees, but job listings for hybrid roles are scarce, with only 7% offering this option.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Have One of Those "Easy" Desk Jobs Everyone Dreams Of. It Has a One Terrible Flaw.

Boredom at work can be addressed by seeking new responsibilities or engaging in personal projects during free time.
Remote teams
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Deloitte and Zoom's trims to parental-leave benefits may hurt them in long run, experts say

US companies reducing paid parental leave may indicate a broader trend of diminishing employee benefits in corporate America.
Careers
fromFast Company
19 hours ago

AI wants to predict your next promotion

Promoting the wrong person is costly; Workhuman's AI tool Future Leaders predicts high-potential employees for promotion with 80% accuracy.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How to build a team that runs itself

Trusting expertise and effective delegation can lead to exceeding expectations in leadership.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
23 hours ago

AI Job displacement was always going to happen - what nobody predicted was that it would come first for the knowledge workers who once felt safest - Silicon Canals

Automation is displacing white-collar jobs, challenging the belief that knowledge work is safe from technological advancement.
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

10 Best HRMS in the UK for 2026: Complete Buyer's Guide

Managing human resources in the UK has become increasingly complex. With evolving HMRC regulations, PAYE updates, and the shift towards flexible working arrangements, relying on fragmented point solutions or outdated spreadsheets is no longer viable.
Remote teams
Careers
fromFinanceBuzz
1 day ago

15 Remote Entry-Level Jobs That Actually Pay Really Well

Remote jobs have become a standard part of the workforce, offering flexibility and lucrative opportunities for entry-level positions.
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
1 day ago

The hourly-salaried divide: Why flexibility is not created equal

Workplace flexibility is evolving within structured schedules, balancing operational demands and employee expectations without a complete overhaul of traditional work models.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The feedback you're not giving is costing more than you think

Avoiding feedback leads to greater issues than the discomfort of having the conversation.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Why smart meeting rooms are becoming strategic IT assets

Collaboration innovation is shifting from hardware to a mindset focused on data-driven meeting rooms and IT's evolving role.
Careers
fromTheZenParent
2 days ago

10 Perks Only the Self-Employed Experience & 10 Struggles They Face - TheZenParent

Self-employment offers freedom and flexibility but comes with significant challenges that must be understood before making the leap.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

When settling for half your salary starts to seem worth it

A job posting for a creative strategist offered a low salary of $55,000, sparking outrage and discussions about fair compensation in marketing roles.
Remote teams
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

From Crisis to Continuity: The Human Impact of Workplace Disruption

Organizations must shift from 'if' to 'when' regarding crisis preparedness, focusing on human impact and corporate culture for resilient recovery.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Got a case of the Mondays? Use this simple equation to solve your work stress

Stress is built into the structure of modern work, undermining success and well-being.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

One CEO explains why she values her union workforce

CEOs can benefit from constructive relationships with organized labor, as public support for unions is increasing significantly.
Remote teams
fromInc
4 days ago

'No One Knew I Was in a Different Time Zone': The Workers Who Travel, Play Tennis, and Do Chores on the Clock

Soft off days, where employees engage in personal activities during work hours, have become a widespread practice for improving work-life balance.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

We're Going to Have to Let Our Receptionist Go for What Feels Like a Cruel Reason. I Wish It Didn't Have to Be This Way.

A law firm faces staffing issues due to a receptionist's childcare problems, impacting office operations and client interactions.
Remote teams
fromOur Weekly
6 days ago

The Future of work

The future of work is defined by automation, AI, and remote work, presenting both challenges and opportunities for workforce transformation.
Business
fromFast Company
2 months ago

A new employee missed work on day 4, no reason given

New hires must provide clearer, timely reasons for unexpected absences; vague messages like "something came up" are inadequate, especially early in employment.
Real estate
fromHR Brew
2 months ago

How HR can help employees 'earn the commute'

Commute satisfaction declines with longer travel times; employers must improve location access, in-office experience, and manager engagement to justify employees' commutes.
fromQuartz
2 months ago

Employees now value work-life balance more than money

Resume Builder reported last October that 30% of companies will eliminate remote work in 2026. According to a survey of business leaders by Vena Solutions , a private financial software company, 83% of CEOs globally anticipate a return to full-time office work in 2027. But what if there's a better way to frame this conversation? What if the focus shifts away from where employees are working to when employees are working?
Productivity
Business
fromFast Company
2 months ago

We're all 'time thieves' at work. Is that really such a bad thing?

Remote work enabled employees to reclaim time during the workday through 'time theft' as a survival strategy against corporate burnout.
#return-to-office
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 week ago

Thinking About Issuing An RTO Mandate? Weigh Several Factors First

Return to office mandates challenge employees' work-life balance and require leaders to consider the implications of such decisions.
Remote teams
fromMoneywise
2 weeks ago

One company pays workers up to $8,000 a year to come in instead of forcing RTO. Is this the future of work or a bandaid?

Return-to-office mandates have led to talent loss, prompting companies to adopt financial incentives to encourage in-office work.
fromAol
2 months ago
Remote teams

The five-day office comeback: Why stricter return-to-office mandates may push top performers out (and leave US companies weaker in the long run)

Remote teams
fromForbes
1 week ago

Thinking About Issuing An RTO Mandate? Weigh Several Factors First

Return to office mandates challenge employees' work-life balance and require leaders to consider the implications of such decisions.
Remote teams
fromMoneywise
2 weeks ago

One company pays workers up to $8,000 a year to come in instead of forcing RTO. Is this the future of work or a bandaid?

Return-to-office mandates have led to talent loss, prompting companies to adopt financial incentives to encourage in-office work.
fromAol
2 months ago
Remote teams

The five-day office comeback: Why stricter return-to-office mandates may push top performers out (and leave US companies weaker in the long run)

#four-day-workweek
Remote teams
fromAbc
1 month ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.
Remote teams
fromThe Queen Zone
1 month ago

12 Reasons Employees Are Putting Work-Life Balance First

Work-life balance is a priority for U.S. employees, with 85% experiencing burnout and a demand for change in workplace dynamics.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

How To Ask For Flexible Work, Even If Your Company Enforces An RTO

Employees should reframe flexible work requests as strategic business discussions rather than personal favors, emphasizing productivity gains and cost savings for employers.
Remote teams
fromHR Brew
2 months ago

HR continues to grapple with RTO mandates as more companies push for fully in-person workweeks

87% of job listings require full onsite work, with office occupancy rising to 55.1 million square feet in 2025, though aggressive RTO mandates create workforce tension and may reflect underlying cultural issues rather than genuine business needs.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

What flexible working means for your business

Flexible working is a hot topic that's rapidly making its way into the SME (small-medium-sized enterprise) market, especially after covid and all its repercussions on businesses Due to covid-19, many small to medium businesses have had to disband their in-house team, and those that were left working found themselves at home. This was especially prevalent in industries like social media advertising agencies, customer services relations, online-focused eCommerce brands and B2B businesses.
Remote teams
Remote teams
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago

The Future Of Employee Engagement In A Dynamic Work Environment

Future employee engagement requires strong culture, continuous learning, meaningful work, well-being, inclusion, remote flexibility, and tech-enabled recognition.
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 months ago

What Makes A Liquid Workforce So Attractive Today

Organizations should assign work based on workers' skills and capabilities, adopting a liquid workforce that prioritizes fluid roles over fixed job titles.
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