Success
JULY 15, 2025
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving workplace, transparency as a leader has emerged as a key differentiator between good and great leaders. Leaders who embrace transparency create environments centered around trust , inclusivity , authenticity and collaboration. But what exactly does it mean to lead with transparency, and how can it transform teams and organizational culture?
fm:systems
JULY 15, 2025
Discover how OpenBlue workplace management technology boosts ROI, cuts energy costs, and reduces real estate expenses—while debunking common smart building myths.
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Office Snapshots
JULY 15, 2025
McCarthy Building Companies’ new San Francisco office is a dynamic hub combining functionality and flexibility with a welcoming atmosphere. The new workspace celebrates the company’s dedication to construction excellence and collaboration. Located on the 19th floor of a high-rise in the city’s bustling financial district, the workspace mirrors McCarthy’s core values in an approachable, versatile, and forward-thinking environment with nods to the local region.
Work Life
JULY 15, 2025
When I entered the workforce, we sent documents by fax. Everyone had a landline. If you needed to do research, you went to the library—with actual books. Today, many of my younger colleagues would be unfamiliar with these relics of office life. Gen Z, the newest generation in the workforce, grew up with smartphones in their hands. They’re accustomed to instant information, digital communication, and a world shaped by remote work , flexibility, and purpose-driven careers.
Speaker: Chester Santos
Forgetfulness is costing you time, money, and a ton of missed opportunities. In the age of automation, it’s easy to underestimate the power of a well-trained human mind. But memory isn’t just a parlor trick, it's a strategic edge. Human memory is one of the most underrated business skills. Whether you’re managing people, leading sessions, or having high-stakes conversations, remembering names, details, and concepts can be transformative in building trust, absorbing knowledge, and driving perform
Quantum Workplace
JULY 15, 2025
Learn how HR can lead organizational change management strategies through feedback, manager support, and belief—featuring advice from our expert Q&A.
Workplace Insight
JULY 15, 2025
A new report from the Institute for the Future of Work (IFOW) shows that while employment levels across the UK remain high, the quality of work available to people varies sharply depending on where they live. The 2025 edition of the Good Work Time Series suggests that regional inequalities in job quality are widening. Although people are in work, they are not necessarily in good work, with the study highlighting issues such as low autonomy, poor pay, unsocial hours and limited opportunities for
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Launch Work Places
JULY 15, 2025
Buzzard Point is quickly becoming one of Washington, DC’s most exciting new destinations, and soon, it will be home to the newest Launch Workplaces location. Opening in September 2025, Launch Workplaces at The Stacks will bring flexible, modern office space to the heart of this vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood. Located on the second floor of the Colette building, our newest workspace is designed to integrate seamlessly with the creative community taking shape at Buzzard Point.
Wellness 360
JULY 15, 2025
Worksite wellness plays a vital role in enhancing employee well-being, minimizing stress, and increasing workplace efficiency. These programs promote healthy behaviors and help prevent long-term health issues, offering clear advantages for both staff and organizations. This overview explores essential elements, proven benefits, and real-world examples to guide successful implementation of effective worksite wellness strategies.
WellSteps
JULY 15, 2025
When leadership actively participates in wellness programs, it has a profound impact on employee engagement and morale. But, how can leaders improve workplace wellness? Keep reading… If employees don’t see leaders prioritizing their own health, they may question leadership’s commitment to their well-being. To inspire participation, here are eight actionable strategies leadership can use to actively support wellness programs and foster a healthier company culture.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
In reply to Zombeyonce. Agreed – implementing a standardized interview scoring rubric that evaluates all candidates on a set of criteria specific to each role would go a long way to preventing unintended biases, as well as to ensure that candidates hired are understood to be fully qualified (regardless of appearance). This is something that can be implemented across the organization (and should be – companies need to have objective and fair hiring practices, and using standardized te
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
Work Life
JULY 15, 2025
If you ask a calculator to multiply two numbers, it multiplies two numbers: end of story. It doesn’t matter if you’re doing the multiplication to work out unit costs, to perpetuate fraud, or to design a bomb—the calculator simply carries out the task it has been assigned. Things aren’t always so simple with AI. Imagine your AI assistant decides that it doesn’t approve of your company’s actions or attitude in some area.
Office Dynamics Blog
JULY 15, 2025
Thinking of becoming an administrative or executive assistant—or want to grow in your current role? This guide covers essential responsibilities, key differences between job titles, and how to build a thriving career in the administrative field.
McKensey
JULY 15, 2025
A robust contracting and capital procurement strategy is critical to overcoming challenges in constructing key infrastructure such as data centers and semiconductor manufacturing plants.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
I’ve seen peer reviews work well when they’re intentional and situational. One success was a one-time process for a leadership team tied to a specific initiative. It helped us reflect on collaboration and break down silos. Another time, peer input was valuable because my manager was too hands-off to provide meaningful feedback. In both cases, the reviews filled a gap, but I think the key is using them sparingly, with a clear purpose, and not just as an annual checkbox.
Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street
In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.
Success
JULY 15, 2025
If you’ve ever seen the HBO original series Succession or have heard of the Murdoch family’s succession drama , you might already know that succession planning can get messy. A succession plan needs a lot to succeed, and gaining the support of key stakeholders, such as the board of directors or investors, is essential. When developing a leadership pipeline, be it the CEO position or other major role, securing the support of these integral members of your company will ensure your plan runs smooth
Wellable
JULY 15, 2025
Discover best practices for employee recognition programs and learn how to foster a culture of appreciation that drives engagement and performance. The post 12 Best Practices for Employee Recognition Programs appeared first on Wellable.
Success
JULY 15, 2025
I thought I was conducting a simple test. As CEO of eXp World Holdings, I regularly evaluate new technologies to see how they might serve our business. When advanced AI systems started offering sophisticated legal analysis, I decided to put one through its paces with a hypothetical scenario based on common industry disputes. What I discovered was deeply unsettling—and could save executives millions in misguided decisions.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
I feel like feedback from peers is more valuable if you regularly work together but that doesn’t sound like the case here? Do these VPs work with each other enough to give valuable feedback? Also, for anyone who is a manager, getting honest feedback from the direct reports is so critical. It took 6 years for my old org to finally ask me for feedback about my boss, and then they were shocked to find out that her entire team had major problems with her.
Work Life
JULY 15, 2025
When I was laid off from my position at Forbes, I felt completely blindsided. I had spent years associating myself with my title of marketing director at such a well-known brand, and then it was gone just like that. Like many people, I found myself staring at my laptop and outdated résumé, wondering: “What now?” The job market was (and still is) challenging.
AdminDroid
JULY 15, 2025
Access Packages in Microsoft Entra are curated bundles of permissions, apps, and groups that users can request access to. If you are managing access packages, there’s a big change around the corner which needs your attention.  Starting October 10, 2025 , all access packages scoped to “Specific users and groups†will become visible to all members (excluding guests) in the My Access portal.  Microsoft is also introducing a new te
Zevo Health
JULY 15, 2025
Zevo Appoints Dr. Seán O’Meara as New Clinical Director Dublin, Ireland – 15 July 2025 – Zevo Health, a leading provider of psychological support and wellbeing strategy for high-risk and high-demand teams, announced the appointment of Dr. Seán O’Meara as Clinical Director. This appointment marks a new chapter in Zevo’s continued mission to redefine best-in-class mental health support in BPOs and Trust & Safety operations.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
2) I’m not really sure what’s cheeky about bringing personal soap… as you said it’s low stakes so I can’t imagine anyone really caring one way or the other except Rose. 4) I’ve worked at a couple of startups that had a Nap room. While we all chuckled at first because it sounds so typically startup, it was actually great to be able to just go and close your eyes for a few min after lunch or whatever.
Work Life
JULY 15, 2025
When Ricardo Dollero graduated from UCLA last May with great grades and a robust resume of extracurriculars, he wasn’t expecting a particularly difficult job search. After majoring in anthropology, he looked for jobs at museums or nonprofits, but after months of scouring online job boards and applying for everything he felt qualified for, Dollero still hadn’t found a job.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
In reply to Anonym. Yeah, aren’t 360 reviews by definition supposed to provide feedback from all directions? So the VP’s peers, sure, but also their direct reports and their managers, so that there’s a full picture of how the perform in the organization as a whole. Having a slog of reviews from only their peers, some of whom they don’t work a lot with, is likely not going to be very useful.
Mad in America
JULY 15, 2025
F or years, I searched for the one who would save me. As a combat veteran with PTSD, I’ve lived through decades of anxiety, panic attacks, and nightmares. I’ve cycled through therapists, psychiatrists, psychologists, EMDR specialists, CBT experts, trauma consultants. I’ve sat on dozens of couches—leather, fabric, minimalist Scandinavian design.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
In reply to KJ. p.s. Another thing you may want to think about – if this were to happen again in a workplace, how would you want to handle it? What is a mature way to assess whether and how much someone else’s behavior affects your ability you successfully do your work. And then when it does, how would you ask for what you need in a way that they are amenable to and that resolves the issue?
Success
JULY 15, 2025
Racquel Oden knows about retirement. This U.S. head of wealth, premier and global private banking at HSBC has been in the industry for over 25 years and has always worked with individual investors, supporting their wealth management and asset management needs. Gen X is up next to retire —and for people in their 40s and 50s, that means understanding that retirement is now just around the corner during times of extreme market volatility.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
In reply to TQB. I disagree, I think a discrete conversation is the best way to go, but it would be better if OP had someone else to raise it with her, so it’s harder for him to dismiss. My mum once worked at a place where their female manager somehow managed to exclusively hire only young, attractive men in their 20s for their call centre team, when they knew the applicant pool skewed heavily female.
Success
JULY 15, 2025
Bitcoin shattered records this week , rising above $120,000 as lawmakers kicked off what’s being dubbed “Crypto Week”—a pivotal point that could see the U.S. formally recognize and integrate cryptocurrency into its national financial system. This legislation, if passed, would place the U.S. alongside countries like Switzerland, Singapore and El Salvador in granting Bitcoin and other digital currencies greater legal status.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
LW1, thinks may be obviously very different in your own jurisdiction, and in any case I would strongly recommend seeking qualified legal counsel before making any sort of blanket statements. With that being said, employees who do not follow that religion apparently had just been told that they were morally inferior to others. Furthermore they had been told that at a work-provided training, in other words a context they could not readily extract themselves without potential for work-related reper
McKensey
JULY 15, 2025
Only a few insurers have extracted outsize value from AI to gain a competitive edge. Joining their ranks requires a strategic, comprehensive approach that rewires the enterprise.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
The question was, “I’m applying to office work and am wondering how I should frame my experiences with a particular person.” And the answer is, “You shouldn’t.” Unless you’re asked very specifically about an example of how you managed working with a difficult person, you don’t bring up difficult people to future employers.
McKensey
JULY 15, 2025
Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.
Ask a Manager
JULY 15, 2025
Being from the medical business, I see the coworker’s screaming and hitting herself as a cry for help. I know a library is a difficult workplace, and understand coworker may believe she can’t get out of the job -> more stress for her. OP, you are not equipped to help here. Tell to your supervisor as a group you will walk away from any future situation.
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