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6 Reasons Men Are Not Working as Much as They Used To

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Manufacturing and traditionally male-dominated industries have seen a decline, leading to fewer stable, well-paying jobs that require long hours. Younger generations in particular prioritize flexible work schedules and the ability to spend time with family and pursue personal interests,” Morgan says.

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Workplace and property firms must wake up to the new era of networked businesses

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In terms of the office workplace, banks were permitted to become JSCs in the 1830s; the first being the London and Westminster Bank, in 1834. JSCs came into fashion in the 1600s as the costs and risks associated with overseas trading voyages grew. Once held together by risk and liability management, what binds firms together now?

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Is College Still Worth It?

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It’s an increasingly flexible, adaptable and creative proposition. CareerWise, a modern youth apprenticeship company that connects students and employers, draws inspiration from Switzerland’s model of placing 70% of high school students in one of 230 vocational fields, from catering and agriculture to banking and insurance.

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How to navigate the seismic shifts in workplace rules and roles in 2024

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A physical, digital, and human workplace that enables the organization to enhance their customer experience usually revolves around deploying technology that gives front-line employees options, flexibility, and the power to choose where and how they want to work.  The expansion of learning will not be limited by geography.

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Digital tools help companies retain hourly workers, WorkJam CEO says

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Some experts think employers should expect to field demands for flexible hours and other workplace incentives even as the labor market weakens. But certainly in retail, manufacturing, distribution, we are seeing a pullback. Much of it has to do with flexible scheduling. It’s not so difficult to hire hourly workers anymore.

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The four day week and a case of less is more

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In the past the employers who had an edge were those who offered flexible working, but post pandemic, employers are looking for the next big thing which could give them the edge. The time off can be taken flexibly. But we also have a lot of interest from political, hospitality and manufacturing.”. Not for all.

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The case for (and against) mandatory retirement 

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In 2021, plane manufacturer Boeing was dealing with myriad challenges. Mandatory retirement ages range from roughly 50 to 70 worldwide, according to the World Bank , with China setting the cap at 50 for women (and 60 for men) and France setting the age at 70 for both genders. Meanwhile, in the U.S.