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#product-design
fromMedium
1 week ago
UX design

10 Harsh Truths Every Product Designer Learns the Hard Way

Designing is more than aesthetics; it involves communication, adaptability, and navigating workplace realities.
Product designers often spend more time explaining and justifying designs than creating them.
fromMedium
1 week ago
UX design

10 Harsh Truths Every Product Designer Learns the Hard Way

Design work involves more chaos and compromise than expected.
fromMedium
1 week ago
UX design

10 Harsh Truths Every Product Designer Learns the Hard Way

Designing is more than aesthetics; it involves communication, adaptability, and navigating workplace realities.
Product designers often spend more time explaining and justifying designs than creating them.
fromMedium
1 week ago
UX design

10 Harsh Truths Every Product Designer Learns the Hard Way

Design work involves more chaos and compromise than expected.
more#product-design
#mental-health
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I didn't eat or sleep': a Meta moderator on his breakdown after seeing beheadings and child abuse

Exposure to extreme graphic content significantly affected Solomon's mental health as a Meta content moderator.
Desensitization to horrific imagery became a disturbing part of Solomon's work experience.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 months ago

Half of LGBTQ+ professionals have experienced depression & few feel they can be "authentic" at work - LGBTQ Nation

Nearly half of LGBTQ+ professionals have experienced depression, with higher rates among trans, nonbinary, and bi individuals.
fromNew York Amsterdam News
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Five takeaways from our report on gun violence survivors struggling to work

Nonfatal gun violence impacts survivors' reintegration and workforce participation, especially in marginalized communities, highlighting inadequacies in support systems.
fromHarvard Business Review
5 months ago
Business

3 Ways to Temper Your Hypervigilance at Work

Hypervigilance, while protective, can reduce workplace effectiveness by instigating counterproductive scanning behaviors.
fromSocial Media Explorer
4 months ago
Mental health

Social Media Jobs in Orange County: Navigating Mental Health in the Digital Workforce - Social Media Explorer

Social media jobs in Orange County offer dynamic career opportunities but come with unique psychological challenges that require tailored healthcare solutions.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I didn't eat or sleep': a Meta moderator on his breakdown after seeing beheadings and child abuse

Exposure to extreme graphic content significantly affected Solomon's mental health as a Meta content moderator.
Desensitization to horrific imagery became a disturbing part of Solomon's work experience.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 months ago

Half of LGBTQ+ professionals have experienced depression & few feel they can be "authentic" at work - LGBTQ Nation

Nearly half of LGBTQ+ professionals have experienced depression, with higher rates among trans, nonbinary, and bi individuals.
fromNew York Amsterdam News
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Five takeaways from our report on gun violence survivors struggling to work

Nonfatal gun violence impacts survivors' reintegration and workforce participation, especially in marginalized communities, highlighting inadequacies in support systems.
fromHarvard Business Review
5 months ago
Business

3 Ways to Temper Your Hypervigilance at Work

Hypervigilance, while protective, can reduce workplace effectiveness by instigating counterproductive scanning behaviors.
fromSocial Media Explorer
4 months ago
Mental health

Social Media Jobs in Orange County: Navigating Mental Health in the Digital Workforce - Social Media Explorer

Social media jobs in Orange County offer dynamic career opportunities but come with unique psychological challenges that require tailored healthcare solutions.
more#mental-health
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why delegating tasks is so hard-and how to get better at it

Delegation is a crucial skill for success but is often hindered by perfectionism and lack of trust.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

How Adult ADHD Impacts Life: From Struggles to Strengths

ADHD in adulthood significantly affects personal and professional lives.
Adults with ADHD face unique challenges that require strategic support and understanding.
Strengths associated with ADHD can be harnessed as advantages in work and life.
#leadership
Women in technology
fromITPro
1 month ago

Women in tech think the industry has changed for the better, but there's still more work to be done

Women in tech see positive changes, but disparities in representation and leadership remain significant.
fromFast Company
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How to be a great leader-even when you haven't received any training

Leadership training is essential, yet 85% of new managers lack formal training, increasing the challenge of effective leadership today.
fromHarvard Business Review
4 weeks ago
Mental health

Coming Soon: Season 9 of Coaching Real Leaders

Leadership challenges are a constant throughout one's career, regardless of changes in titles or responsibilities.
Women in technology
fromITPro
1 month ago

Women in tech think the industry has changed for the better, but there's still more work to be done

Women in tech see positive changes, but disparities in representation and leadership remain significant.
fromFast Company
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How to be a great leader-even when you haven't received any training

Leadership training is essential, yet 85% of new managers lack formal training, increasing the challenge of effective leadership today.
fromHarvard Business Review
4 weeks ago
Mental health

Coming Soon: Season 9 of Coaching Real Leaders

Leadership challenges are a constant throughout one's career, regardless of changes in titles or responsibilities.
more#leadership
fromTheregister
1 month ago
Tech industry

Engineer with little tech experience asked to fix mainframe

An inexperienced engineer faced a challenging tech support situation while pressured to fix a mainframe system with minimal knowledge.
#gig-economy
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Nurses say gig work apps can put them in tough situations and stressful hospitals

Gig work apps offer nurses flexible opportunities but often expose them to stressful and challenging work environments.
fromFuturism
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Uber Drivers Say They're Getting Locked Out of the App and Trapped in a Kafkaesque Limbo When They Try to Dispute It

Gig workers face significant challenges due to account deactivations without clear support from companies like Uber.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Nurses say gig work apps can put them in tough situations and stressful hospitals

Gig work apps offer nurses flexible opportunities but often expose them to stressful and challenging work environments.
fromFuturism
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Uber Drivers Say They're Getting Locked Out of the App and Trapped in a Kafkaesque Limbo When They Try to Dispute It

Gig workers face significant challenges due to account deactivations without clear support from companies like Uber.
more#gig-economy
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Locked out of their white-collar careers, older Americans turn to blue-collar jobs and side hustles

Older professionals are taking blue-collar jobs due to white-collar hiring slowdowns.
#women-in-construction
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Women in technology

Women in trades push for change in Ontario, saying isolation, discrimination still a problem | CBC News

Women in construction face ongoing barriers such as discrimination, lack of support, and inadequate facilities despite efforts to improve their experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

You're a girl?' The duo taking on the male-dominated plastering world

Kamp Studios, co-founded by Kim Collins and Amy Morgenstern, transformed from struggling financially in 2010 to a renowned leader in plasterwork within 14 years.
Women in technology
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Women in trades push for change in Ontario, saying isolation, discrimination still a problem | CBC News

Women in construction face ongoing barriers such as discrimination, lack of support, and inadequate facilities despite efforts to improve their experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

You're a girl?' The duo taking on the male-dominated plastering world

Kamp Studios, co-founded by Kim Collins and Amy Morgenstern, transformed from struggling financially in 2010 to a renowned leader in plasterwork within 14 years.
more#women-in-construction
#cultural-diversity
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago
Remote teams

Inside the Global Professional's Mind

Becoming a global professional demands a dynamic mindset and continuous reevaluation of one's identity in diverse cultural contexts.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago
Remote teams

Inside the Global Professional's Mind

Becoming a global professional demands a dynamic mindset and continuous reevaluation of one's identity in diverse cultural contexts.
more#cultural-diversity
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 months ago

It's time to check on your middle managers

Middle managers are under significant stress, risking turnover rates as Gen Z shows reluctance to enter management roles.
California
fromKqed
2 months ago

Trump's 'Shock and Awe' Immigration Orders Are Creating Fear. Experts Say That's the Point | KQED

Many immigrants live in fear due to recent immigration policies, yet financial obligations compel them to continue working.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Managers are not okay. Why we're headed to a 'manager crash' in 2025

Managers are at significant risk of burnout and turnover due to elevated emotional demands and lack of support.
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago
Remote teams

How to Spot and Deal with Resistance to Change | Entrepreneur

Businesses are poised for growth in 2025, but change management is challenging due to employee anxiety and low engagement.
fromDaily Kos
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

To Federal employees, keep your eye on the prize - you are the prize!

Federal employees are encouraged to remain resilient despite recent demoralizing actions by management.
Finding workarounds is crucial for the long-term success of Federal agencies.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Skipping college, switching jobs, and navigating office politics: What older Americans regret about their careers

Many older Americans regret career decisions impacting their retirement, including education and workplace dynamics.
fromFast Company
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Kamala Harris's public job interview teaches us

Women of color face significant challenges and biases in the workplace, exacerbated during political campaigns.
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago
Writing

Hotel Workers Are Sharing The Wildest And Worst Behavior By Guests They've Ever Witnessed, And Let Me Tell You, They Have Seen Some Stuff

Hotel staff face disturbing and shocking behaviors from guests, revealing a side of hospitality rarely seen by patrons.
UX design
fromClickUp
8 months ago

How to Identify and Address Skill Issue in the Workplace | ClickUp

A quarter of jobs will change in the next five years, creating potential skill issues in the workforce.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
11 months ago
Women in technology

Beyond Karen: White Woman Archetypes in the Third Sector - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Black women face challenges in the workplace with low retention and promotion rates, especially when compared to their White counterparts.
Remote teams
fromReadWrite
10 months ago

Great Resignation 2.0 could be coming as more workers want to switch jobs in next year

Workers are considering switching jobs at a higher rate than during the previous Great Resignation in 2022.
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