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Leadership is the ability to influence others to achieve a common goal. Leaders are typically characterized by their ability to motivate, inspire, and empower others. They are also generally good at problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution.
2022 was a challenging year for managers, with rapid changes in work trends and economic pressures. The Great Resignation led workers to seek work-life balance through quiet quitting, four-day workweeks, distributed teams, and employee analytics. Managers had to adapt to fluctuating team priorities and company policies while striving to make […]
The workplace is changing, and to succeed in the new world of work, individuals need to develop their technical, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Creativity, agility, empathy, communication, and continuous learning are among the top skills to build for success in the workplace. Building creativity involves making time for it, seeking […]
In a fragile economy and uncertain world, some companies are growing faster than others, and employee happiness is critical to their success. In 2023, as the world adjusts to the changes from the pandemic and ongoing economic concerns, organizations must build a solid culture and support employees’ happiness. Here are […]
The new buzzword will do little to make employees feel more valued. The concept of “mattering” is touted as a crucial element for modern management in a hybrid-working economy. “Mattering” is the belief that an employee is important to others in their workplace and is promoted to boost individual well-being, […]
According to Hays’ surveys, the top soft skills that tech professionals need in 2023 are a learning mindset, flexibility, adaptability, the ability to adapt to change, problem-solving skills, and effective communication. These skills are crucial because of tech professionals’ increasing responsibilities and the need to work with various stakeholders. To […]
People are working longer. With advances in healthcare and medicine, people are living longer than ever. According to the World Health Organization, by 2030, 1 in 6 people will be 60 years or over. By 2050, that number is expected to double. As a result, the traditional 40-year career is […]
Brad Klune, who has worked at companies such as Uber, Instawork, and Intro, shares the lessons learned about leadership and growth tactics from their experiences in high-growth tech startups. The article is “12 Things I Learned Working at Uber, Instawork and Intro.“
While Elon Musk is right to question the effectiveness of fully remote teams, his solution to return to the office full-time is misguided. Here’s one remote CEO’s take on why his concerns are correct, but his answer is wrong — and how to make remote work functional. The article discusses […]
This article discusses how outdated corporate practices can hinder a company’s ability to adapt to modern times and technological advances. These practices include hiring only for cultural fit, measuring the in-office presence, annual performance evaluations, hierarchical leadership, consensus-based decision-making, and formal dress codes. Instead, companies should focus on agile performance […]
Higher-ups must realize their workers may not thrive from a 40-hour, in-person workweek. In the post-COVID world, remote and hybrid work arrangements are becoming increasingly popular among employees. The traditional 40-hour workweek in the office is unlikely to endure as an organizational norm. Employers across the country are requesting or, […]