#workplace-culture

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#kindness
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

How to Show Up With Kindness, Even on Your Toughest Days

Offering help and showing kindness can significantly improve relationships and workplace culture.
Careers
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How Remembering Our Best Moments Makes Us Better People

Kindness at work can be cultivated through training and reflection, transforming workplace culture.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

How to Show Up With Kindness, Even on Your Toughest Days

Offering help and showing kindness can significantly improve relationships and workplace culture.
#leadership
Productivity
fromFortune
1 day ago

CEO writes hundreds of thank you notes to staff and still eats in the break room-which 'always, for whatever reason, blows new employees away' | Fortune

Handwritten notes of appreciation by First Watch CEO Chris Tomasso significantly impact employee morale and loyalty.
Careers
fromFortune
6 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.
Productivity
fromFortune
1 day ago

CEO writes hundreds of thank you notes to staff and still eats in the break room-which 'always, for whatever reason, blows new employees away' | Fortune

Handwritten notes of appreciation by First Watch CEO Chris Tomasso significantly impact employee morale and loyalty.
Careers
fromFortune
6 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.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

In 'The Devil Wears Prada 2,' it's no longer chic to have a terrifying boss

Miranda's struggles to adjust to the culture shift in the workplace make for some of the film's funniest moments, like when a Freudian slip leads her to describe size diversity on the runway as 'body-negative,' to her assistant's chagrin.
Fashion & style
Social justice
fromFast Company
3 days ago

'The biggest game Nike is ever going to play': The anti-white discrimination case that could change DEI forever

Nike has a long-standing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, despite facing challenges and controversies over the years.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

We Planned Some Fun, Harmless Social Events for Our Office. Then We Got a Call From HR.

Workplace activities must be inclusive and considerate of all employees' needs to avoid potential HR issues.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The 'manosphere' has already infiltrated the workplace. We're only just noticing

Looksmaxxing, a term from incel culture, is gaining traction in mainstream discussions, particularly in workplace environments.
#meta
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
4 days ago

'Dead and depressing': Meta staff vent about AI and layoffs on Blind

Meta employees express growing negativity towards AI and workplace culture, with 83% of posts reflecting negative sentiment following recent layoffs.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
4 days ago

'Dead and depressing': Meta staff vent about AI and layoffs on Blind

Meta employees express growing negativity towards AI and workplace culture, with 83% of posts reflecting negative sentiment following recent layoffs.
Relationships
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Biglaw Harassment Account Includes Maybe The Most Insane Email A Biglaw Partner Has Ever Sent An Associate - Above the Law

The merger of Perkins Coie and Ashurst presents an opportunity to address and improve workplace culture and handling of harassment issues.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Black & trans employees accuse women's sports bar of "hostile" racism & misogyny - LGBTQ Nation

Rhodes asserted in an Instagram post, 'Marsha's may claim to be a queer safe space, but it is nothing like that.' She described the bar's environment as quickly developing a bad reputation among marginalized staffers.
NYC LGBT
Careers
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Barbara Corcoran shares the number one reason she fires people

Barbara Corcoran prioritizes attitude over skills in hiring and fires employees with bad attitudes immediately to protect workplace culture.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 week ago

A former employee is suing MrBeast's company for harassment, discrimination

Beast Industries faces a lawsuit from a former employee alleging sexual harassment and discrimination, which the company denies, claiming evidence to refute the claims.
#gen-z
Careers
fromFortune
1 week ago

The Gen Z Pout and the Gen Z Stare are both a warning to Fortune 500 CEOs | Fortune

The 'Gen Z stare' reflects a cultural shift in workplace communication and expectations among younger employees.
Startup companies
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

$12 billion crypto company boss says Gen Z 'create an absurd amount of chaos' and make him want to pull his hair out-but he's betting on them anyway | Fortune

Gen Z workers are often seen as difficult but possess exceptional skills that can drive innovation and success in companies.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

'Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat' Almost Makes Corporate Culture Seem Fun

High unemployment and AI disruptions challenge Gen Z workers like Anthony Norman, who unknowingly participates in a staged sitcom at a company retreat.
Careers
fromFortune
1 week ago

The Gen Z Pout and the Gen Z Stare are both a warning to Fortune 500 CEOs | Fortune

The 'Gen Z stare' reflects a cultural shift in workplace communication and expectations among younger employees.
Startup companies
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

$12 billion crypto company boss says Gen Z 'create an absurd amount of chaos' and make him want to pull his hair out-but he's betting on them anyway | Fortune

Gen Z workers are often seen as difficult but possess exceptional skills that can drive innovation and success in companies.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

'Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat' Almost Makes Corporate Culture Seem Fun

High unemployment and AI disruptions challenge Gen Z workers like Anthony Norman, who unknowingly participates in a staged sitcom at a company retreat.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Stop using AI as a scapegoat, and do this instead

Leaders use AI to justify layoffs, eroding trust and damaging workplace culture despite employees recognizing the disconnect between rhetoric and reality.
Remote teams
fromFortune
1 month ago

As AI reshapes the office, Fortune's Best Companies to Work For are doubling down on the most human perks | Fortune

Companies must adapt to the AI era by prioritizing employee support and engagement while investing in AI-ready careers.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 month ago

The rise of 'social offloading' - when AI replaces your boss's empathy` | Fortune

Relying on AI for interpersonal communication can hinder the development of essential human skills like emotional intelligence and relationship building.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Stop using AI as a scapegoat, and do this instead

Leaders use AI to justify layoffs, eroding trust and damaging workplace culture despite employees recognizing the disconnect between rhetoric and reality.
Remote teams
fromFortune
1 month ago

As AI reshapes the office, Fortune's Best Companies to Work For are doubling down on the most human perks | Fortune

Companies must adapt to the AI era by prioritizing employee support and engagement while investing in AI-ready careers.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 month ago

The rise of 'social offloading' - when AI replaces your boss's empathy` | Fortune

Relying on AI for interpersonal communication can hinder the development of essential human skills like emotional intelligence and relationship building.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

National HIV advocacy group's CEO rejects claims of crisis

NMAC as an organization...we continue to deliver. Nothing that I have done has been unethical or illegal, and [I am] really working to strengthen our organization.
Non-profit organizations
Remote teams
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

The new Amazon: How employees are navigating AI, RTO, and a shifting culture

Amazon's cultural transformation emphasizes efficiency and accountability, impacting employee dynamics and the broader labor market.
Women
fromFast Company
1 week ago

How to respond to 'benevolent sexism' at work

Benevolent sexism, while appearing positive, undermines women's careers by reducing self-esteem and increasing emotional exhaustion.
Careers
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Dear Vicki: What should I do with staff who say 'that's not my job' when asked to do side-work?

Enforcing standards in a gastropub requires balancing expectations with staff engagement to prevent turnover.
Women in technology
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
Artificial intelligence
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Unintentional AI Adoption Is Already Inside Your Company. The Only Question Is Whether You Know It. - Above the Law

AI is already integrated into companies through employee usage, often without intentional governance or awareness.
Media industry
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

You Can Never Let Them Think They Have A Chance | Defector

Women in journalism often face unwanted advances from sources, leading to a culture of silence and complicity in the industry.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How to spot the red flags of a toxic culture

Workplace culture significantly influences job satisfaction and career success, with toxic environments leading to disengagement and unhappiness.
Remote teams
fromMoneywise
3 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.
Careers
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

United Airlines CEO judges candidates by whether pilots would want to go on a four-day trip with them-if not, they don't get hired | Fortune

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby uses a unique hiring test to ensure candidates are likable and have the right mentality for teamwork.
#artificial-intelligence
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How Your Competitors Are Using AI to Outperform You

AI enhances business performance and culture when used intentionally, fostering collaboration and addressing employee concerns about job security.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How Your Competitors Are Using AI to Outperform You

AI enhances business performance and culture when used intentionally, fostering collaboration and addressing employee concerns about job security.
Remote teams
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

The Rise of Hybrid Work Models: How UK Businesses Are Adapting in 2026

Hybrid work models are becoming a permanent fixture in UK businesses, balancing remote flexibility with office benefits.
fromNew Relic
1 month ago

New Relic Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2026 Corporate Equality Index

I am proud of the work that New Relic has done to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. This accomplishment underscores our commitment both in the U.S. and globally.
Social justice
Online Community Development
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

Why Public Speaking Is The Most Powerful Way To Build Your Personal Brand

Public speaking fosters genuine human connection, essential in a tech-heavy, AI-driven world where emotional detachment is prevalent.
Django
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Dear Vicki: 'Annual performance reviews are disrupting my business. What could I do instead?'

Annual performance reviews disrupt business and can create negative feelings among staff.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
4 weeks ago

Continuous Learning Cultures: What High Performing Organizations Do Differently

Organizations must adopt a continuous learning culture to keep pace with rapid changes in technology and evolving job roles.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 weeks ago

There's a specific kind of tiredness that has nothing to do with sleep. It comes from years of translating yourself into a version that other people could handle, and the exhaustion lives in the gap between who you are and who you've been performing so consistently that even you forgot there was a difference. - Silicon Canals

Workplace burnout often stems from the exhaustion of pretending to be someone you're not, rather than from overwork itself.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Can Listening Move You to Love?

High-quality listening evokes Kama Muta, a powerful emotion of feeling moved by love, fostering emotional closeness in both listeners and speakers.
#management
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fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Nobody talks about why intelligent, capable people keep accepting bad management - and it has nothing to do with being a pushover - Silicon Canals

High performers often stay under ineffective managers, believing their competence can fix dysfunction, while their identity remains tied to their work.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Former Amazon VP explains the best way to get a bad manager removed

Escalating complaints about a bad manager often backfires; a coordinated approach with documentation is more effective.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Nobody talks about why intelligent, capable people keep accepting bad management - and it has nothing to do with being a pushover - Silicon Canals

High performers often stay under ineffective managers, believing their competence can fix dysfunction, while their identity remains tied to their work.
Philosophy
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Our whole way of thinking about leadership is a century out of date

Modern management practices rooted in outdated principles treat employees as costs rather than valuable contributors, hindering motivation and performance.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
Berlin
fromStories From Hilton
1 month ago

Hilton 2025 Year in Review | 2025 Annual Report | Hilton News

Hilton aims to create a fully human work experience focused on inclusion, wellness, purpose, and growth.
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Apple's controversial Fitness VP Jay Blahnik is retiring

Approximately 10 out of the 100 employees under his leadership had reportedly sought extended leaves of absence for mental health concerns since 2022.
Apple
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Many Employees Are Complaining That Work Has Been 'Stripped of Fun' - Here's Why

Employee morale is declining as companies cut perks and increase workloads with AI.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

March Madness fatigue: Why some office workers hate 'sportsball'

March Madness can create workplace exclusion and distraction, highlighting the need for inclusive team culture.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Is calling a woman auntie' ageist harassment or a mark of respect? It's a trickier question than you think | Lola Okolosie

Respecting how individuals wish to be addressed is essential, as demonstrated by the tribunal ruling in favor of Ilda Esteves against Charles Oppong.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Lawsuit Alleges White & Case Parties Are A 'Breeding Ground For Misconduct' - Above the Law

A lawsuit against White & Case alleges severe misconduct and a toxic culture, including a disturbing violation of privacy involving a staffer.
Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Your Company Could Be Hooked On This Negative Motivation Pattern - Here's How to Fix It

Dopamine-driven workplaces erode focus and creativity, while serotonin-focused environments foster innovation and team satisfaction.
Startup companies
fromFortune
1 month ago

Duolingo CEO's taxi driver test decides who gets hired-before the interview even starts | Fortune

Candidate behavior towards drivers influences hiring decisions at Duolingo, emphasizing character over qualifications.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Co-op chief executive steps down amid culture concerns and cyberattack fallout

The Co-op revealed that it swung to an underlying pre-tax loss of £126 million in its latest financial year, compared with a £45 million profit the previous year.
Business
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why some Gen Z women are putting work over love and family

Young women prioritize careers over motherhood due to high career costs and workplace challenges associated with being a mother.
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Psychological safety is the first step. Most companies forget the second

Psychological safety is often misunderstood, focusing on permission to speak rather than protection from informal consequences after speaking up.
Healthcare
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Botox between client calls is the new coffee break

Workplace Botox parties are increasingly popular among real estate agents and other client-facing professionals, reflecting a growing acceptance of aesthetic treatments.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How to help your neurodivergent employees thrive on the job

Engaging with neurodivergent employees requires curiosity, high standards, and high support to foster an effective work environment.
Coffee
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

Gangnam q.d.c / Indiesalon

The 'q.d.c' cafe in Gangnam serves as a reflective space for busy professionals, inspired by the concept of a daily coffee ritual.
Careers
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

4 Top Workplace Challenges for 2026 and Beyond

Toxic leadership and workplace cultures persist, necessitating continuous learning and coping strategies for stress and work-life balance.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 month ago

Preboarding Checklist: 10 Essential Steps To Engage Employees From Day One

Preboarding engages new employees after job acceptance and before their start date, enhancing their readiness and engagement for their new roles.
Relationships
fromFast Company
1 month ago

In the age of Slack and layoffs, is the work bestie even a thing anymore?

Work besties enhance job satisfaction, engagement, and retention, providing support and psychological safety in the workplace.
Graphic design
fromForbes
1 month ago

Tracee Ellis Ross Brings Play Into Office Design. It Works

Tracee Ellis Ross designed her West Hollywood office as a creative ecosystem blending modernist furniture with warm, expressive pieces to create an inviting workplace that encourages different types of work.
Careers
fromeLearning Industry
1 month ago

10 Signs Of A Toxic Workplace (And How Employees Can Protect Themselves)

Toxic workplaces develop from unaddressed negative behaviors, poor leadership, and unhealthy practices, manifesting through poor communication, hostile behavior, and lack of transparency that damage employee well-being and productivity.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

This $15 Billion AI Company Requires Its Engineers to Clean the Office - And Leave Their Shoes at the Door

Applied Intuition, a $15 billion AI startup, requires all employees to clean their own desks weekly and remove shoes at the office entrance to cultivate disciplined, focused culture and connect workspace cleanliness to code quality.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

We all made Epstein Island possible

Organizations must examine normalized behaviors and systemic cultures that enabled misconduct, not just address individual perpetrators through leadership transitions and statements.
Silicon Valley
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Applied Intuition is worth $15 billion. The CEO still wants staff to clean their own office.

Applied Intuition's CEO implements employee desk-cleaning and shoe-removal practices, believing environmental awareness directly improves software quality and product development.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

There's a specific kind of competence that looks like confidence but is actually fear wearing a very expensive suit. And most workplaces promote it because they can't tell the difference. - Silicon Canals

Organizations often reward the performance of certainty under pressure rather than actual competence, creating a gap between appearing knowledgeable and building genuine expertise.
fromArchitectural Digest
1 month ago

Exclusive! Letters From Jeremiah Brent: An Excerpt

I knew I needed help, so I put an ad in MySpace. A woman named Beth responded and I met her for an interview at a coffee shop. As we talked I realized she had all the skills I didn't have. She had a design degree. She had business savvy and technical skills. And she was wildly smart and more importantly, kind.
Careers
#work-life-balance
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Productivity

Every burned-out person I've ever interviewed had spent years confusing being constantly available with being genuinely committed - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Productivity

Why the people who seem the most put together at work are often the ones falling apart at home - and what finally makes them stop pretending - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Productivity

Every burned-out person I've ever interviewed had spent years confusing being constantly available with being genuinely committed - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Productivity

Why the people who seem the most put together at work are often the ones falling apart at home - and what finally makes them stop pretending - Silicon Canals

fromFast Company
1 month ago

What does 'sawabona' mean? And why does it matter to your team?

Every time we see someone fully, not just their role but in their humanity, we have the experience of learning and growing together. People lean in, share what they know, and risk showing what they don't. In that mutual recognition, performance becomes a natural outcome of belonging.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jesse Watters Tells Co-Hosts That Shoes Aren't the Only Clothing Item Trump Has Gifted

President Trump frequently gifts Florsheim shoes to staffers and visitors, often guessing their shoe sizes, with recipients feeling obligated to wear them despite poor fit.
London startup
fromThedrum
1 month ago

Making Moves London partners with Winning Together, featuring The BD100

Making Moves London partners with Winning Together to discuss workplace culture and wellness strategies during office transitions and remote work uncertainty.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Workers are too afraid of layoffs to take PTO

17.5% of American workers avoid using paid time off due to layoff fears, despite expert warnings that forgoing vacation harms neither job security nor career advancement.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Why Storytelling May Be the Most Important - and Most Underrated - Leadership Skill of 2026

Storytelling transforms data into memorable meaning that drives team action, emerging as essential leadership skill in digital workplaces for building trust and human connection.
Careers
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Dear Vicki: My Gen Z staff members have become isolated from the rest, how can I help them connect?

Modern workplaces foster isolation despite technological connectivity, as digital communication and hybrid work replace genuine human interaction and relationship-building.
Careers
fromAol
1 month ago

13 Quiet Signs Your Company Is Planning to Let You Go (#7 Is The Worst)

Employers increasingly use quiet firing—subtle methods to push out employees—rather than overt termination, with 54% of workers experiencing this practice.
#corporate-layoffs
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Tech industry

Block employee says the company dangled a 75% pay raise to get her to stay after layoffs - but she decided to quit

Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This Block employee survived the 'Thanos snap'-then refused a 90% pay bump and quit immediately. Why her explanation is going viral

Block's 40% workforce reduction for AI efficiency prompted a surviving employee to resign despite receiving a 90% compensation increase, citing ethical concerns over peer layoffs.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Tech industry

Block employee says the company dangled a 75% pay raise to get her to stay after layoffs - but she decided to quit

Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This Block employee survived the 'Thanos snap'-then refused a 90% pay bump and quit immediately. Why her explanation is going viral

Block's 40% workforce reduction for AI efficiency prompted a surviving employee to resign despite receiving a 90% compensation increase, citing ethical concerns over peer layoffs.
Business
fromFast Company
1 month ago

What our time-management styles say about productivity and gender

Modern workplaces favor monochronic time cultures that prioritize linear schedules and individual focus, but this bias disadvantages those with polychronic orientations and disproportionately affects women.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Work is already underway in response to corruption probe, Toronto police chief says | CBC News

Toronto Police Chief Demkiw announced two accountability projects following corruption charges against multiple officers to strengthen anti-corruption measures and workplace culture.
Women
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Hidden Emotional Labor Draining Women Leaders

Women leaders perform substantial emotional labour daily that shapes culture and safety but remains invisible in performance metrics, creating psychological costs through constant navigation of contradictory expectations.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Meta CTO shares 7 traits he likes to see in an employee

You should probably ask my org. First, they have to be relentless in pursuit of doing great work. Meta employees take pride and ownership in their work, he said. They also take it personally. Two of Bosworth's tips were based on communication. Good Meta employees are both direct and appreciate directness in return.
Tech industry
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

If you've worked the same job for more than 15 years, psychology says you likely have these 8 traits that job-hoppers never develop - Silicon Canals

Long-term employees develop irreplaceable institutional knowledge, deep organizational understanding, and character traits that job-hoppers cannot build through years of consistent presence and problem-solving.
Remote teams
fromFortune
2 months ago

Kickstarter's CEO stands by a 4-day workweek with a fully remote team, but admits it sometimes backfires | Fortune

Kickstarter implements a four-day, 32-hour remote work week while maintaining high performance standards and excellence expectations.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Laid off by Block, reunited on Slack: Inside the 3,800-person 'Square Mafia'

Block's massive layoff of 4,000 employees prompted an influx of former workers into 'Square Mafia,' an unaffiliated Slack channel created in 2016 for company alumni to network, seek support, and share job opportunities.
Relationships
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

How AI Damages Work Relationships-and Where It Can Actually Help

Workplace relationships built through authentic human interactions drive happiness, productivity, and engagement, but AI intermediation risks compromising these essential connections.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Your Gut Reveals About Work Culture

Unhealthy work cultures often operate silently beneath the surface, detectable through internal emotional responses rather than external observations, making them difficult to identify and address.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

People don't burn out from hard work. They burn out from spending energy on tasks while simultaneously spending equal energy translating themselves into someone the culture will accept. - Silicon Canals

Workplace emotional suppression through constant self-translation creates exhaustion distinct from physical fatigue, as the brain treats inauthenticity as a threat requiring sustained nervous system activation.
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.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Black History Month Feels Different This Year - And So Should Your Leadership

The people carrying the heaviest weight are often the ones least likely to speak up. They're balancing Q1 deliverables with questions that never make it to a staff meeting: Does anyone see what's happening? Will anyone acknowledge it? If I speak up, what does it cost me?
Business
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How to create connection at work that doesn't feel forced

What started as a casual indulgence became a shared ritual. And without intending to, Grease Wednesdays began to change our department culture. We all began to get to know each other as individuals, with pets and families and hobbies. The ritual also smoothed tensions between departments, built friendships between unfamiliar teammates, and helped us realize we hadn't felt all that connected before.
Miscellaneous
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

People who recharge by doing nothing aren't lazy, they're running the most demanding operating system in the room - Silicon Canals

Introverts' need for solitude reflects intensive brain processing through the default mode network, not disengagement, enabling strategic thinking and emotional intelligence.
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