In the U.S. alone, workers now spend 60 million fewer hours traveling to work daily, compared to before the pandemic. Its findings show that, depending on age, people do different things with the time gained.

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Many workers are ready to scrap Secret Santa, research shows

November 18, 2022  ■  3 min read

A recent study found that 58% of Americans are planning to forego spending money on gifts for their colleagues this year.

As mass layoffs come down, remote workers become a scapegoat

November 17, 2022  ■  4 min read

There are numerous reasons why companies let people go: slumping sales, mounting competition, a tumbling stock price, overstaffing, mismanagement. But as mass layoffs continue, remote work has emerged as something of a fall guy. 

How classism impacts the workplace and what employers can do to tackle it

November 17, 2022  ■  7 min read

Classism is a systemic issue with no quick fixes, but there are steps companies can take to break the barriers that many people from working-class backgrounds face.

WTF Explainers

As layoffs multiply, HR leaders are feeling the heat

November 14, 2022  ■  8 min read

Staff reductions are particularly challenging when those who are getting cut happen to be outstanding employees.

How this company is encouraging employees to create in-office FOMO to entice their colleagues back

November 07, 2022  ■  8 min read

Employers’ attempts to lure people back to the office are getting more desperate. Food delivery company Bolt has resorted to whipping up FOMO among its remote workers to make them feel jealous about office life. But psychologists frown on the tactic.

Under pressure: Why bosses are struggling more than ever

October 31, 2022  ■  7 min read

From climate change to austerity, the pandemic and war in Ukraine – the confluence of threats is causing major stress for executives. However, workers require robust and inspirational leadership more than ever during these acute and uncertain times.

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Many workers are ready to scrap Secret Santa, research shows

November 18, 2022  ■  3 min read

A recent study found that 58% of Americans are planning to forego spending money on gifts for their colleagues this year.

As mass layoffs come down, remote workers become a scapegoat

November 17, 2022  ■  4 min read

There are numerous reasons why companies let people go: slumping sales, mounting competition, a tumbling stock price, overstaffing, mismanagement. But as mass layoffs continue, remote work has emerged as something of a fall guy. 

How classism impacts the workplace and what employers can do to tackle it

November 17, 2022  ■  7 min read

Classism is a systemic issue with no quick fixes, but there are steps companies can take to break the barriers that many people from working-class backgrounds face.

Remote-first not remote-forced: figuring out flexible-working kinks

November 17, 2022  ■  5 min read

A recent survey found that 76% of workers said that flexible working policies need improvement, despite nearly three years of remote work.

In-office or remote work: which do Gen Zers really prefer for career progression?

November 16, 2022  ■  7 min read

For employers, one of the biggest hybrid working headaches is understanding whether Gen Zers want to work in-office or remotely. And how much should employers cater for their preferences?

How organizations can spot future workforce skills gaps

November 16, 2022  ■  6 min read

Job skillsets for jobs in 2015 will have changed by 50% in 2027 – are organizations keeping pace?

How LinkedIn users are banding together to help those laid off

November 15, 2022  ■  4 min read

Professionals in different industries are creating extensive lists of companies actively hiring in response to the number of recent layoffs.

How to navigate survivor’s guilt, in wake of layoffs

November 15, 2022  ■  4 min read

Even if a company makes layoffs as smooth as possible, those who remain might be wondering why they are still there and not their colleague.

Air analyst, meme master, gag gift developer: the list of bizarre remote jobs continues to grow

November 15, 2022  ■  4 min read

From ‘Meme Master’ to ‘Gag Gift Developer,’ the pandemic has Produced some truly bizarre remote jobs.

Why Twitter is a cautionary tale for companies eyeing layoffs

November 11, 2022  ■  5 min read

Twitter is hardly alone when it comes to companies botching layoffs. But in a post-Covid-19 environment, where employees have revolted against harsh management practices and corporations are particularly keen on being seen as good places to work, the issue of downsizing is an especially sensitive one.

With anxiety high, can business leaders maintain a respectful workplace?

November 11, 2022  ■  4 min read

With lay-offs continuing to snowball, how should management foster a workplace of respect with so much anxiety in the air?

Financial, mental well-being go hand in hand – here’s why employers should care

November 11, 2022  ■  3 min read

A recent survey found nearly half of of workers admit having experienced physical and mental health issues due to money-related stress.

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