#office-culture
#office-culture

1 week ago

Remote teams

That free lunch your boss is offering might just be a way to get you back into the office

fromAP News

Remote teams

Starbucks takes aim at remote work, says some employees may need to relocate to headquarters

fromYahoo Finance

Remote teams

Warning for WFH Aussies over common practice: 'Employer has the legal right'

I hate remote work as a UX designer, here's why

Working from home has its advantages, but it can lead to isolation, lack of spontaneous collaboration, and blurred work-life boundaries.

I hate remote work as a UX designer, here's why

Working from home has significant drawbacks, including isolation, lack of communication, and difficulty unplugging from work.

fromcleveland

5 days ago

Remote teams

7 brutally honest reasons employees say bosses force them back to offices: The Readers Write

1 week ago

Remote teams

That free lunch your boss is offering might just be a way to get you back into the office

fromAP News

Remote teams

Starbucks takes aim at remote work, says some employees may need to relocate to headquarters

fromYahoo Finance

Remote teams

Warning for WFH Aussies over common practice: 'Employer has the legal right'

Remote teams

I hate remote work as a UX designer, here's why

I hate remote work as a UX designer, here's why

Working from home has significant drawbacks, including isolation, lack of communication, and difficulty unplugging from work.

Starbucks' formerly remote CEO has bought a home in Seattle and he's ordering all staff back to the office 4 days a week

Starbucks is increasing the in-office work requirement for corporate employees to four days a week, mandating relocation for certain leadership roles.

fromFortune

Trump tax law quietly takes aim at popular perk: office snacks

The Trump tax law will eliminate deductions for office snacks provided to employees, impacting workplace culture.

fromPsychology Today

When Your Boss Is a Show-Off

Bosses who show off have the track record to support their obnoxious behavior.

Employees can learn both what to do and what not to do from their bosses.

fromIT Pro

How immersive does a video meeting really need to be?

Technological advancements in video conferencing continue despite calls for office returns.

My Colleagues and I Are Teaming Up to Finally Do Something About the Office "Weirdo"

Embrace direct communication to address discomfort with a colleague rather than seeking to transfer the person.

fromBustle

fromwww.independent.co.uk

"Office Chair Butt" Is A Thing, But Trainers Say It's Not Irreversible

Creator @haliijama said, "Doing glutes at the gym just to find out about office chair butt. Soooo, sitting eight hours a day is reversing it?"

Exercise

#workplace-dynamics

UK news

Currys worker's fury over missing office mug out of proportion', judge rules

Women in technology

One of Our Colleagues Ruins the Mood of Every Office Party With His Approach to "Fun"

Productivity

fromwww.independent.co.uk

So, what did YOU accomplish last week?

The article discusses how to navigate unreasonable workplace requests and the importance of recognizing one's value at work.

UK news

Currys worker's fury over missing office mug out of proportion', judge rules

Women in technology

One of Our Colleagues Ruins the Mood of Every Office Party With His Approach to "Fun"

Productivity

So, what did YOU accomplish last week?

The article discusses how to navigate unreasonable workplace requests and the importance of recognizing one's value at work.

more#workplace-dynamics

#work-emails

Humor

"Moving Forward = Don't Try Me Again": 28 Hilarious Tweets About Work Emails That Have Me Cackling Like A Hyena

Humor

"Moving Forward = Don't Try Me Again": 32 Hilarious Tweets About Work Emails That Have Me Cackling Like A Hyena

Humor

"Moving Forward = Don't Try Me Again": 28 Hilarious Tweets About Work Emails That Have Me Cackling Like A Hyena

Humor

"Moving Forward = Don't Try Me Again": 32 Hilarious Tweets About Work Emails That Have Me Cackling Like A Hyena

more#work-emails

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miss Manners: Some of my co-workers refuse to pay the potluck queen

Miss Manners believes co-workers should not be asked to contribute financially towards personal food items at office parties; it's the employer's responsibility to cover costs.

Dining

fromwww.cnbc.com

Remote teams

Ambitious Gen Z lead the return to office here's how they are using it to get ahead

Gen Z professionals are leading the office return trend, working more in-person than older generations.

fromThe Washington Post

The neurodivergent worker's guide to return-to-office

Neurodivergent individuals face unique challenges in office environments, influencing their ability to succeed.

Disclosure of neurodivergent status can be complex, weighing safety against potential misunderstanding.

fromwww.npr.org

Trump thinks Hegseth will 'get it together' amid Pentagon staff chaos

Trump supports Hegseth amid chaos at the Pentagon, though concerns about management and culture persist.

fromGovernment Executive

Some DHS employees told to send selfies to prove they are in-office as department suddenly ends remote work

DHS mandated employees to send selfies to verify office presence, canceling remote work options.

Businesses, get back to work! WFH is harming young people

Work from home (WFH) arrangements hinder the development of young people and negatively impact their preparedness for the workforce.

Miscellaneous

My Co-Worker Wears Very Tight Pants. I Suspect That It's for a Nefarious Reason.

London startup

fromCity AM

Businesses, get back to work! WFH is harming young people

Work from home (WFH) arrangements hinder the development of young people and negatively impact their preparedness for the workforce.

Miscellaneous

My Co-Worker Wears Very Tight Pants. I Suspect That It's for a Nefarious Reason.

Wework hopeful of revival amid growth in demand for flexible workspaces

WeWork reports a significant rise in demand for flexible workspaces in London, signaling a potential revival post-bankruptcy.

Fashion & style

fromwww.nytimes.com

How to Nail Spring Business Casual for Your Next Work Outing

Office outings challenge employees to balance their professional identity with a more casual environment, complicating choices around appropriate attire.

Startup companies

fromMiami Herald

Trendy business service files Chapter 7 bankruptcy

The pandemic shifted attitudes towards office spaces, leading to a rise in coworking spaces despite previous trends favoring traditional office environments.

17 Alternatives To Cursing Somebody Out That Actually Might Make Them Even Angrier

Corporate communication often relies on phrases that obscure meaning and create confusion.

Mental health

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Harriette Cole: I'm thinking of quitting over this new rule at work

The push for full-time in-office work is reviving tensions over work-life balance despite strong company performance during hybrid setups.

fromwww.theguardian.com

The office siren' is over: why gen Z are succumbing to dull workwear

The romanticization of corporate life is fading as economic concerns reshape workplace fashion.

Workers are shifting to conservative clothing styles in response to job market fears.

fromInc

Bare Feet and Bearded Dragons: Members Share Their Co-Working Horror Stories

Members in co-working spaces often feel entitled to behave casually, treating the environment more like a personal space than a professional setting.

Remote teams

Video games

fromKotaku

4 months ago

Elon Musk Installed A Gaming PC At His DOGE Office

Elon Musk's unconventional government office includes a gaming setup, blurring lines between productivity and personal interests.

Tech industry

fromForbes

Council Post: Taking The Office Back To The People

Hybrid work should mean meaningful flexibility, not just working from home or the office.

The future office will shift from a fixed location to a flexible service model.

Companies must focus on adapting office needs to employees rather than getting them back to a singular location.

fromIrish Independent

Dublin's Revolut staff told they can continue to work remotely as Big Tech companies ask for full return

Revolut maintains a hybrid work policy allowing employees to choose between remote work and office attendance.

fromThe Globe and Mail

Globe editorial: Balancing the home office, and the office

Finding motivation to return to the office after a long weekend can be challenging for workers, despite Tuesday being a popular workday.