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Digital age workplace: Why soft skills matter more than ever

BMT Office Administration

Since digitization has moved rapidly for most companies, soft skills like effective communication , adaptability, and teamwork are necessary for successfully navigating the transformation. An example of a soft skill would be problem-solving. Another example is the ability to communicate effectively. The proof?

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Do You Really Have an Open Culture?

Work in Confidence

Communication flowing in all directions — not just top-down. Faster problem-solving – frontline staff are often the first to spot issues, but will only speak up if they feel safe. Hallmarks of a genuinely open culture include: People feeling safe to raise issues without fear of backlash.

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How to Position Your Disability as a Benefit at Work

Success

As a result of my speech disability, I once faced discrimination from a potential employer who said they would “never hire someone who stutters to be in a sales role.” Their experiences can foster empathy, creativity, problem-solving skills and resilience that can benefit the entire workplace.

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Beyond AI Automation: How the Best Companies Use AI to Augment Employee Capabilities

Great Place to Work

The key is transparent communication. It’s using AI to handle routine tasks, provide insights, and help employees make better decisions, so they have more time to focus on creative problem-solving and strategic thinking. AI can streamline internal communication and make it more accessible.

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The ROI of Hiring an Executive Assistant for Your Business

C-Suite Assistants

They solve problems, support decision-making, and foster a positive work environment. Provide Synergy Between Departments Your EA can act as a liaison between you and your team, alerting you to potential problems and facilitating inter-department communication. An EA can build team morale and onboard new employees.

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6 Steps to Applying Human Sustainability at Your Workplace

Success

In reality, many of the most effective strategies—such as fostering open communication, creating a culture of feedback, and balancing workloads—require little more than intentional effort and a shift in leadership mindset. Open communication creates transparency and reduces uncertainty, helping employees feel more secure and valued.

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What I Learned After Handing Marketing to a Gen Zer

Work Life

As we grew, we realized we needed someone who truly understood how younger audiences communicate and consume content—not just to market the product, but to shape how we tell our story in a changing world of work. Instagram was built to solve a specific problem: sharing life’s moments in a simple, visually appealing format.