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Productivity measures how much work is done in a given amount of time. Productivity can be improved by using efficient work methods, tools, and resources.
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, […]
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 […]
PT Goto Gojek Tokopedia, Indonesia’s most prominent tech firm, has announced another round of layoffs to boost the company’s profitability. The company said around 600 roles would be affected following the 1,300 jobs cut last year. The releases are part of the company’s efforts to streamline its organization and make […]
The “disagree and commit” methodology is a management and decision-making strategy employed in organizations, particularly in the tech industry. It encourages open discussion and debate and requires individuals to commit to a final decision even if they initially disagree. The story behind “disagree and commit” dates back to Amazon’s early […]
According to a report from Business Insider, Google’s chief people officer, Fiona Cicconi, has also revealed some of the factors considered for layoff. According to recent reports, Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai clarified that the layoffs were not random and were structured and prioritized based on each employee’s performance, productivity, and […]
The article highlights the trend of fewer office workers showing up on Fridays and its impact on employers. Kastle Systems, a provider of building security services, reported that just 30% of office workers swiped into work on Fridays in June, which is the lowest of any weekday. The trend of […]
The news of Zomato hiring across 800 job roles met with mixed reactions. Some netizens criticized the company’s work culture after reading job descriptions emphasizing 24/7 availability and lack of work-life balance. Some users took to social media to express their views, calling it a “toxic” and “slavery” promoting culture. […]
Bolt, a one-click checkout startup, recently laid off more employees, cutting its headcount by over half since last May. The company stated that it is focusing on the long-term success of its business and its customers and is restructuring its teams to strengthen its core products. According to The Information, […]
Shopify, a Canadian e-commerce firm, is conducting a “calendar purge” by removing all recurring meetings with more than two people “in perpetuity.” The company is also re-instituting a rule that no meetings can be held on Wednesdays and limiting extensive sessions to one per week, to be contained within a […]