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Remote teams
fromOur Weekly
22 hours ago

The Future of work

The future of work is defined by automation, AI, and remote work, presenting both challenges and opportunities for workforce transformation.
#remote-work
Women in technology
fromForbes
6 days ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
Remote teams
fromThe Queen Zone
2 days ago

Employers owe you reimbursement for remote work expenses. Here are 11 costs you should be expensing this month

Remote workers should claim expenses for home office necessities like internet and ergonomic furniture to avoid subsidizing their companies financially.
Careers
fromFinanceBuzz
1 day ago

10 Work-From-Home Jobs That Pay at Least $52 an Hour

Remote and hybrid job opportunities are increasing, offering flexibility and high pay for those who know where to look.
Remote teams
fromBellingham Herald
3 hours ago

These are the 10 best states to work from home. Where is Washington on the list?

Washington state ranks among the top 10 states for remote work due to favorable conditions and benefits.
Women in technology
fromForbes
6 days ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
Remote teams
fromTri-City Herald
3 hours ago

These are the 10 best states to work from home. Where is Washington on the list?

Washington state ranks among the top 10 states for remote work due to favorable conditions and benefits.
Remote teams
fromThe Queen Zone
2 days ago

Employers owe you reimbursement for remote work expenses. Here are 11 costs you should be expensing this month

Remote workers should claim expenses for home office necessities like internet and ergonomic furniture to avoid subsidizing their companies financially.
Careers
fromFinanceBuzz
1 day ago

10 Work-From-Home Jobs That Pay at Least $52 an Hour

Remote and hybrid job opportunities are increasing, offering flexibility and high pay for those who know where to look.
#microsoft
Tech industry
fromTheregister
2 hours ago

Microsoft encourages chunk of experienced US staff to leave

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to US employees to improve Windows quality and reliability.
Retirement
fromTechRepublic
20 hours ago

Microsoft Offers First-Ever Retirement Buyouts to Thousands of Employees

Microsoft introduces a voluntary retirement program for select employees amid the AI boom, targeting those with 70 combined years of age and service.
Video games
fromKotaku
23 hours ago

Microsoft Offers Veteran Employees One-Time Retirement Buyouts

Microsoft offers early retirement buyouts to employees with 70 years of combined age and service.
Retirement
fromTNW | Future-Of-Work
20 hours ago

Microsoft's first voluntary retirement offer is a buyout dressed as a benefit

Microsoft is offering voluntary retirement to 7% of its US workforce, targeting senior directors and below, amid significant layoffs and a hiring freeze.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
2 hours ago

Microsoft to offer voluntary retirement buyouts to about 7% of the US workforce

Microsoft is offering voluntary retirement buyouts to 8,750 employees as part of its first program of this kind in response to AI investment pressures.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

Microsoft is making this first-ever move to cut workforce size amid the AI shift

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to select employees as part of a restructuring amid shifts in the tech industry due to AI advancements.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
2 hours ago

Microsoft encourages chunk of experienced US staff to leave

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to US employees to improve Windows quality and reliability.
Retirement
fromTechRepublic
20 hours ago

Microsoft Offers First-Ever Retirement Buyouts to Thousands of Employees

Microsoft introduces a voluntary retirement program for select employees amid the AI boom, targeting those with 70 combined years of age and service.
Video games
fromKotaku
23 hours ago

Microsoft Offers Veteran Employees One-Time Retirement Buyouts

Microsoft offers early retirement buyouts to employees with 70 years of combined age and service.
Retirement
fromTNW | Future-Of-Work
20 hours ago

Microsoft's first voluntary retirement offer is a buyout dressed as a benefit

Microsoft is offering voluntary retirement to 7% of its US workforce, targeting senior directors and below, amid significant layoffs and a hiring freeze.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
2 hours ago

Microsoft to offer voluntary retirement buyouts to about 7% of the US workforce

Microsoft is offering voluntary retirement buyouts to 8,750 employees as part of its first program of this kind in response to AI investment pressures.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

Microsoft is making this first-ever move to cut workforce size amid the AI shift

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to select employees as part of a restructuring amid shifts in the tech industry due to AI advancements.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

We're Going to Have to Let Our Receptionist Go for What Feels Like a Cruel Reason. I Wish It Didn't Have to Be This Way.

A law firm faces staffing issues due to a receptionist's childcare problems, impacting office operations and client interactions.
Relationships
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

The older you get, the harder it is to make friends at work. Here's why

Aging brings new challenges to making friends at work due to family obligations and changing social dynamics.
#home-office
Remodel
fromAol
21 hours ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office with personality and fun enhances focus and productivity.
UX design
fromRolling Out
1 day ago

Home office design mistakes killing your productivity

Home office design significantly impacts productivity, requiring intentional choices about layout, lighting, and sensory elements to enhance focus.
Remodel
fromAol
21 hours ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and creating an inspiring workspace.
Remodel
fromYahoo Shopping
21 hours ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and adding personality to create an inspiring workspace.
Remodel
fromAol
21 hours ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office with personality and fun enhances focus and productivity.
UX design
fromRolling Out
1 day ago

Home office design mistakes killing your productivity

Home office design significantly impacts productivity, requiring intentional choices about layout, lighting, and sensory elements to enhance focus.
Remodel
fromAol
21 hours ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and creating an inspiring workspace.
Remodel
fromYahoo Shopping
21 hours ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and adding personality to create an inspiring workspace.
Exercise
fromCNET
3 hours ago

Do Walking Pads Improve Your Fitness? I Tested 2 While I Worked

Walking pads are effective for maintaining step count while working from home, offering speeds up to 6 mph.
World news
fromYahoo News
3 days ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while various countries adopt measures to confront resource scarcity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Get back to work': Amazon faces fresh scrutiny over workplace safety record

When Billy Foister, a 48-year-old worker, died after a heart attack inside one of the tech giant's warehouses in September 2019, managers were accused of telling staff to get back to work.
Healthcare
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Workplace Details That Can Make or Break Your Day

Day-to-day workplace conditions significantly influence employee engagement, productivity, and retention.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Meta tracking employee keystrokes to train AI is probably legal. Experts say that doesn't make it ethical

Meta Platforms is implementing software to track employee computer usage to train AI models, raising privacy concerns amid potential layoffs.
Marketing
fromRetail Brew
1 day ago

Coworking with Ryan Deutsch

Empathy is crucial in retail, helping brands create meaningful customer relationships through personalized experiences and data utilization.
Psychology
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Want to improve your work relationships? Try this

Building relationships with diverse values can enhance professional connections and personal growth.
Careers
fromFortune
1 day ago

Fewer than 1 in 4 workers feel their job is safe. Here's why worker 'FOBO'-fear of becoming obsolete-is hurting companies | Fortune

Job insecurity is pervasive across sectors, with many workers fearing layoffs and feeling their positions are not safe.
fromwww.dw.com
21 hours ago

Samsung workers rally, call for larger share of AI profits

Samsung unions are demanding a larger share of the company's booming profits, citing that the current bonus cap of 50% of annual salary is inadequate compared to competitors.
Tech industry
#work-life-balance
fromSilicon Canals
21 hours ago
Productivity

People who answer emails at 11 PM aren't more committed than people who don't - they've lost the boundary between availability and identity, and the late-night reply isn't proof that they care more about the work, it's proof that the work has colonized every hour of their day, and they stopped noticing because the invasion happened so gradually it felt like dedication instead of surrender - Silicon Canals

Remote teams
fromThe Queen Zone
1 week ago

More U.S. workers are completely abandoning the traditional 9-to-5: Here are 12 reasons why

The traditional 9-to-5 work model is being replaced by flexible schedules that prioritize work-life balance and mental health.
Productivity
fromSilicon Canals
21 hours ago

People who answer emails at 11 PM aren't more committed than people who don't - they've lost the boundary between availability and identity, and the late-night reply isn't proof that they care more about the work, it's proof that the work has colonized every hour of their day, and they stopped noticing because the invasion happened so gradually it felt like dedication instead of surrender - Silicon Canals

Being constantly available for work can lead to losing personal identity and boundaries.
Remote teams
fromThe Queen Zone
1 week ago

More U.S. workers are completely abandoning the traditional 9-to-5: Here are 12 reasons why

The traditional 9-to-5 work model is being replaced by flexible schedules that prioritize work-life balance and mental health.
#workers-compensation
Healthcare
fromTNW | Health-Tech
20 hours ago

How AI Is Reshaping Workers' Compensation Claims and Healthcare Operations

Workers' compensation is a significant yet often overlooked part of the healthcare ecosystem, facing unique challenges and requiring focused innovation.
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
17 hours ago

Injury from 'return-to-office' mandate qualifies for workers' comp, state Supreme Court rules

A Minnesota Supreme Court ruling grants workers' compensation to an employee injured while preparing to return to the office during the pandemic.
Healthcare
fromTNW | Health-Tech
20 hours ago

How AI Is Reshaping Workers' Compensation Claims and Healthcare Operations

Workers' compensation is a significant yet often overlooked part of the healthcare ecosystem, facing unique challenges and requiring focused innovation.
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
17 hours ago

Injury from 'return-to-office' mandate qualifies for workers' comp, state Supreme Court rules

A Minnesota Supreme Court ruling grants workers' compensation to an employee injured while preparing to return to the office during the pandemic.
#energy-crisis
World news
fromThe Conversation
3 days ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while various countries adopt measures to confront resource scarcity.
Remote teams
fromPhys
2 days ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while other regions adopt various measures to manage resource scarcity.
World news
fromThe Conversation
3 days ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while various countries adopt measures to confront resource scarcity.
Remote teams
fromPhys
2 days ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while other regions adopt various measures to manage resource scarcity.
Marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

Soft Skills Are Back ... And May Be Here To Stay!

Soft skills are increasingly important in the AI age, reflecting a shift similar to the post-millennial era's clash between generations.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Know My Company Doesn't Frown Upon Workplace Romance. But One Employee Is Taking It Too Far.

Addressing inappropriate workplace behavior is essential, even if it doesn't violate company policy.
Healthcare
fromFortune
21 hours ago

Gig work is coming for nursing. It might mean below-minimum wage pay and AI surveillance | Fortune

The gig economy has expanded significantly, impacting various professions, especially healthcare, while raising concerns about worker security and regulatory evasion.
Careers
fromInc
21 hours ago

All Aboard the Freelance Revolution

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased the freelance workforce, with 73 million independent workers in the U.S. by 2025.
Tech industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
13 hours ago

Tech jobs have hit an AI air pocket. Is it temporary or permanent?

Tech job cuts are influenced by both temporary adjustments and potential permanent changes, with AI playing a significant role in the evolving landscape.
#meta
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

'This Makes Me Super Uncomfortable': Meta's Plan to Track Employees' Every Click and Keystroke Sparks Backlash

Meta is installing tracking software on U.S. employees' computers to create AI training data from their work activities.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

'This Makes Me Super Uncomfortable': Meta's Plan to Track Employees' Every Click and Keystroke Sparks Backlash

Meta is installing tracking software on U.S. employees' computers to create AI training data from their work activities.
Careers
fromYourTango
1 day ago

11 Career-Ending Habits Of People Who Make Terrible Co-Workers

Navigating office politics is essential for career growth, and recognizing detrimental habits can improve workplace relationships.
Careers
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

The Job Benefits Most Men Don't Know to Negotiate

Focusing solely on base salary can lead to missing out on valuable non-cash benefits that enhance overall compensation.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Chinese Workers Horrified as Bosses Direct Them to Train Their AI Replacements

Mercor hires job-seekers to train AI models that may replace them, reflecting a trend towards automation in the workforce.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

My Boss Keeps Sending Me Cryptic and Infuriating Messages. I Ignore Them Every Time.

Workplace dynamics can be challenging, especially when a supervisor's behavior feels condescending despite a strong work ethic and experience.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
5 hours ago

Changing ideas of respect and power are transforming China's workplaces. Here's what you need to know

ByteDance's shift from formal to informal address reflects evolving business culture in China, emphasizing equality while still valuing traditional respect and hierarchy.
#paid-time-off
Remote teams
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Benefits like parental leave and PTO are on the chopping block. Here's what readers are saying.

Workers prioritize paid time off, and recent reductions by companies like Zoom and Deloitte have sparked significant concern and debate.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Workers are too afraid of layoffs to take PTO

17.5% of American workers avoid using paid time off due to layoff fears, despite expert warnings that forgoing vacation harms neither job security nor career advancement.
Remote teams
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Benefits like parental leave and PTO are on the chopping block. Here's what readers are saying.

Workers prioritize paid time off, and recent reductions by companies like Zoom and Deloitte have sparked significant concern and debate.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Workers are too afraid of layoffs to take PTO

17.5% of American workers avoid using paid time off due to layoff fears, despite expert warnings that forgoing vacation harms neither job security nor career advancement.
fromLexington Herald Leader
2 days ago

Remote work options could change for some KY state employees

Under House Bill 501, 'employees of the Transportation Cabinet shall not be permitted to telecommute unless specifically exempted by the Secretary of the Transportation Cabinet.' This provision was vetoed by Governor Andy Beshear but was overridden by the legislature.
Remote teams
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Deloitte and Zoom cut parental leave and other benefits

Deloitte and Zoom are reducing employee benefits, including parental leave and PTO, potentially influencing other companies to follow suit.
Remote teams
fromInc
3 days ago

Why So Many Workers Say the Office is Making Them Look Worse

Employees are increasingly blaming poor office air quality for negative health effects and appearance changes, leading to resistance against in-person work mandates.
Remote teams
fromInc
4 days ago

Why Constant Communication Is Backfiring on Your Team

Hyper-responsiveness in communication undermines team performance by sacrificing depth for speed, leading to stress and reduced creativity.
Remote teams
fromFortune
6 days ago

The power has swung back to employers-and workers are paying for it in benefits, flexibility, and leverage | Fortune

Employers have regained power over employees, leading to reduced job optimism and increased workplace mandates.
#return-to-office
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 week ago

Thinking About Issuing An RTO Mandate? Weigh Several Factors First

Return to office mandates challenge employees' work-life balance and require leaders to consider the implications of such decisions.
Remote teams
fromMoneywise
1 week ago

One company pays workers up to $8,000 a year to come in instead of forcing RTO. Is this the future of work or a bandaid?

Return-to-office mandates have led to talent loss, prompting companies to adopt financial incentives to encourage in-office work.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 week ago

Thinking About Issuing An RTO Mandate? Weigh Several Factors First

Return to office mandates challenge employees' work-life balance and require leaders to consider the implications of such decisions.
Remote teams
fromMoneywise
1 week ago

One company pays workers up to $8,000 a year to come in instead of forcing RTO. Is this the future of work or a bandaid?

Return-to-office mandates have led to talent loss, prompting companies to adopt financial incentives to encourage in-office work.
#four-day-workweek
Careers
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The hidden problem with feeling 'overworked and underpaid'

Market value depends on measurable business results and risk reduction, not effort or exhaustion; underpaid workers must audit their actual contribution to revenue, costs, and organizational capability.
fromBlack Enterprise
2 weeks ago

Remote Work Wins! Office for National Statistics Won't Force Staff To Come To Office

"For the first time, a rigid office attendance mandate has been broken and replaced with a more sensible, flexible approach based on what actually works," General Secretary Fran Heathcote said. "This has been a long campaign and reaching a deal members could accept reflects the determination of PCS members at ONS, the hard work of their reps and the value of trade unionism."
Remote teams
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Should the government encourage people to work from home to save fuel?

Countries are responding to the fuel crisis with measures like remote work to reduce dependency on cars.
Tech industry
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Companies May Be Lying About Why They're Laying You Off

Employers claim over 50,000 jobs were lost to AI in 2025, but experts warn many layoffs are 'AI-washing' to mask other business problems.
#flexible-work
Remote teams
fromAbc
3 weeks ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 months ago

Negotiating For Flexible Work Is Key As Return To Office Mandates Rise

Flexible work is often granted unevenly through individual negotiations, producing power- and bias-driven disparities in access and outcomes.
Remote teams
fromAbc
3 weeks ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 months ago

Negotiating For Flexible Work Is Key As Return To Office Mandates Rise

Flexible work is often granted unevenly through individual negotiations, producing power- and bias-driven disparities in access and outcomes.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

How To Ask For Flexible Work, Even If Your Company Enforces An RTO

Employees should reframe flexible work requests as strategic business discussions rather than personal favors, emphasizing productivity gains and cost savings for employers.
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