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Why gaining power makes us out of touch with the people we lead

Work Life

It seems like no matter where you look, workplace misconduct is everywhere. With a growing number of sexual harassment and bullying allegations against high-profile figures, we are forced to confront the chilling extent of the abuse of power in the workplace. But often, we don’t see the day-to-day dangers of power. Research in psychology over the past two decades reveals that power —defined as having control over resources and decisions—doesn’t necessarily make us anti-social.

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Working life in 2024 is defined by stress, poor management and loneliness

Workplace Insight

The 2024 State of the Global Workplace report by Gallup sets out to provide a comprehensive analysis of employee experiences worldwide, revealing a large number of people who feel they are under increasing strain. Despite living in an era of remarkable technological and economic advancements, workers face significant challenges, with stress, disengagement, and declining mental health prominent in people’s daily working life.

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Arcadis Offices – Los Angeles

Office Snapshots

Designed to meet the evolving needs of a modern workforce, the office provides a flexible and adaptable workspace that supports a cohesive office culture while allowing for future growth. The office design marks a significant departure from the pre-COVID model, which was centered around rows of individual desks and a mandatory five-day in-office schedule.

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Top Benefits of Using an Organization Chart in Microsoft 365 

AdminDroid

Navigating your organization’s structure can be a challenge , especially when you need to quickly identify reporting lines or collaborate across teams. Luckily, organization charts in Microsoft 365 make it easy to view your company’s structure and improve collaboration. Whether you’re a new hire or a team lead, knowing who to turn to for what can save you a lot of time.  In this blog, we’ll explore organizational chartsâ€&#

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The Memory Edge: Outlearn, Outperform, Outlast

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

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How to decide when to let an underperformer go

Work Life

For months, my client Antonio wrestled with how to handle his direct report Zoe. Zoe was a senior manager who executed tasks without fail, ensuring accuracy and on-time monthly delivery of client invoices for their professional services firm. But her communication style and unpredictable energy caused frustration, drama, and last-minute scrambles for others in the organization, pulling them away from client work and reducing productivity.

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Commercial Property Management: The Office Landlord’s Guide

Launch Work Places

If you’re a commercial landlord or office building owner, you’re already familiar with traditional commercial property management. It’s the tried-and-true traditional formula for running office buildings. But as a landlord or building owner, you also know the traditional way of doing things is changing. So, your approach to commercial property management should be, too.

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Platinum Group Offices – Bournemouth

Office Snapshots

Now based in their brand-new commercial office in Bournemouth, Platinum Group comprises Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd – one of the UKs leading employment agencies, and Platinum Components – a worldwide Supply Chain Management company. Having already worked on another of their new landlord’s offices in our Glenigan project, we first engaged with Platinum after a recommendation.

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Forget DEI. This is why we need to focus on fairness

Work Life

DEI initiatives have made invaluable strides, particularly in addressing racial and cultural inequities, although arguably there’s plenty more to be done. But as a hot topic of the boardroom and corporate strategies across sectors, I can’t help but recognize two truisms about DEI in America. One, it has become politically charged and the target of “anti-woke” conservative activists.

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Office Step Challenge: How to Create One at Work?

Wellness 360

Looking to turn your office into a hub of energy and excitement? An office step challenge is all you need to inspire your team to move more, connect better, and improve overall well-being. Whether it’s setting daily step goals, competing in friendly team battles, or enjoying fun rewards, this initiative transforms the workday into an […] The post Office Step Challenge: How to Create One at Work?

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Emotion tracking tech in the workplace puts people’s wellbeing at risk

Workplace Insight

A new report from the Institute for the Future of Work (IFOW) explores the increasing use of affective computing in the workplace. Affective computing is a branch of artificial intelligence which focuses on recognising and responding to human emotions through technologies like biometric sensors, emotion-tracking software, and wearable devices. Once primarily used in consumer products, these systems are now finding applications in the workplace, often marketed as tools to enhance safety, producti

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook for Smarter Knowledge Work

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.

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Holborn Corporation Offices – Bloomington

Office Snapshots

The new office for Holborn’s Minneapolis team was a long time coming. Having made due with very simple office resources for years the team in Minneapolis was growing and wanted a new home. The new office was designed to support how they work and how they want to engage clients around social spaces and private spaces. The meeting areas and entertainment space for clients are off the reception area.

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How to fight stress this holiday season

Work Life

‘Tis the season for feeling overwhelmed. If, amid the holiday magic and year-end traditions, you’re realizing how stressed you feel, you’re certainly not alone. On top of end-of-year work deadlines, many of us are juggling social engagements, holiday traditions, and family obligations. It can feel like a lot of pressure. But there are things you can do now to help ensure that these final weeks of 2024 are filled with joy and whatever matters most to you.

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Corporate Social Responsibility: Our Commitment to Sustainable Packaging

The Receptionist

The concept of corporate social responsibility has become more prominent in recent years as corporations have begun to dedicate more resources to social initiatives. These initiatives fall into one of four buckets : Environmental: Producing sustainable goods, partnering with environmentally friendly vendors, and more Ethical: Encouraging ethical behavior from everyone in the organization, including leadership Philanthropic: Pursuing ways to make their communities a better place, whether through

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How 360-Degree Feedback Drives Performance and Development

Attendance Bot

Imagine a performance review that goes beyond manager feedback, offering a full-circle view of an employee’s impact from every angle. That’s the power of a 360-degree evaluation—a process that captures insights from peers, direct reports, managers, and even clients to deliver a well-rounded assessment. Unlike traditional reviews, a 360-degree appraisal dives deep, uncovering strengths and development areas that typical reviews might miss.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

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.

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Sony Music Publishing Offices – Amsterdam

Office Snapshots

Sony Music Publishing sought to create a modern, collaborative, and inspiring workspace for its Amsterdam office, so they reached out to Woodalls to bring this vision to life. The goal was to create an environment that would reflect the creative energy of the music industry while providing a functional, comfortable setting for employees. Woodalls designed the space to emphasize openness and flexibility, enhancing natural light and views of Amsterdam.

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How exceptional leaders set the pace for success

Work Life

Psychology plays a critical role in execution, shaping how people set goals, perceive progress, and define success. One of the most pervasive human tendencies is to use others as mile markers—measuring our progress or decisions by comparing them to the actions or achievements of those around us. This behavior is deeply ingrained in how we navigate everyday life and major decisions.

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How to make valuable values

People Business Psychology

“Our customers are our priority” This value statement I picked just now from a large for-profit company with a presence across Europe. It seems to be a self-evident statement; after all, are there entities that rely on customers where those customers are not their priority? You would be forgiven to feel that the value statements that are thrown at us by companies, organisations and even politicians sound a bit hollow nowadays.

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How to Enhance Your Professionalism (While Staying True to You)

Eat Your Career

We all know that “professionalism” is a key component of career success. But what does it actually mean in real terms? And, more importantly, how can you enhance your professionalism without losing yourself in the process? These are important questions and ones I hope to answer in this article. What is Professionalism? The workplace is a unique environment with its own set of rules, etiquette, and standards—both spoken and unspoken.

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United Stage Norway Offices – Oslo

Office Snapshots

United Stage Norway, Scandinavia’s largest music agency, is known for managing some of the country’s biggest artists and delivering memorable performances across Norway. The company’s main office, situated near Alexander Kiellandsplass in Oslo, is housed in an industrial building with rough architecture reminiscent of New York lofts. The project aimed to create a flexible and dynamic workspace that caters to various activities while fostering team collaboration and creativity.

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Why there’s no shame in feeling ashamed at work, according to science

Work Life

Human emotions come in many shapes and forms. Some, like sadness and happiness, are rather easy to explain. Others, like guilt, pride, and shame, are a great deal more complex. They have in common that they are self-conscious , in that they emerge after we evaluate our own actions and make a moral assessment of our own behaviors. Among self-conscious emotions, shame is arguably the most interesting one, as there is a big gap between its mainstream negative connotation, and its positive role in r

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Leading With Clarity: How Defining Your Values Shapes Your Team’s Experience

Tanveer Naseer

Have you ever thought about your leadership values? Understanding what your values are – of what matters to you and how you want your employees to view your leadership is critical to not only helping your employees understand your motivations, but to creating clarity during times of uncertainty and change.

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How DHL, Salesforce, Mastercard, and Others Get More Employees to Volunteer

Great Place to Work

Research shows that volunteer participation is highly effective in improving employee well-being. For companies worried about falling levels of well-being in the workplace , one important place to focus is on employee volunteering programs. Research on the impact of popular workplace wellness offerings and programs found that the only kind of program with a tangible positive impact on well-being was volunteering.

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Artifex Property Offices – Sydney

Office Snapshots

Embark on a journey of transformative design with our latest office fit-out project, where innovation meets serenity in a harmonious symphony of elements. Immersed in the soft glow of feature lighting, the space exudes an ambiance of modern elegance and natural allure. Light timber accents seamlessly meld with the cool sophistication of concrete flooring, creating a canvas of understated luxury.

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4 ways to plan ahead for a less stressful holiday season

Work Life

The holiday season is a perfect storm for stress. Often, there are a lot of things that need to happen in a short period of time. There are family obligations. You have to address year-end issues at work. Plus, you probably have to buy a few gifts, and—if you’re like me—you’re never sure how well those gifts will go over. So, what can you do to minimize the stress that often comes with the holidays?

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5 ways insurance brokers benefit from working with a PEO

Insperity

Insurance brokers and professional employer organizations (PEOs) are supposed to be competitors, right? Wrong! Actually, brokers and PEOs can form mutually advantageous partnerships that result in better service for their clients. Furthermore, brokers themselves can benefit significantly from working with a PEO. Let’s explore how. The broker-PEO relationship Employee benefits brokers and property & casualty insurance brokers help their clients find and purchase comprehensive, high-quality co

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6 Ways Companies Can Combat Loneliness in the Workplace

Great Place to Work

New research shows that culture plays a crucial role in whether employees feel lonely at work, and how those feelings impact bottom line business results. One in five employees worldwide is lonely at work, per Gallup. And you might not know who those employees are in your organization. “One of the things that people are getting wrong is they think it’s rare to be lonely at work,” says Constance Noonan Hadley, associate professor at Boston University Questrom School of Business and the founder of

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Nikon Offices – Amstelveen

Office Snapshots

After a previous successful collaboration, Solved part of Parella Group played an important role in helping Nikon find a new location for its headquarters in Amstelveen. Our workplace consultancy department assessed Nikon’s needs, focusing on efficient use of space, shared workspaces and opportunities for interaction. Based on this list of requirements, our real estate agents then found a suitable site in Amstelveen that met these objectives.

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How to Manage Stress at Work While Staying Calm and Productive

Success

Work-related stress is an all-too-common struggle in today’s fast-paced world, affecting employees across every industry. According to the American Psychological Association , stress at work is linked to numerous health issues. Left unchecked, it can lead to anxiety, depression and serious conditions like heart disease and chronic illness. With constant deadlines, increasing workloads and intense pressure to perform, job burnout feels inevitable.

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Author Talks: Tony Blair on leadership essentials

McKensey

What does it really take to lead a nation effectively? The former Prime Minister of the UK shares a lot of practical tips for successful leadership.

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The Best Corporate Wellness Apps To Support Mental Health In The Workplace

Wellable

Explore the best corporate wellness apps to support employee mental health and well-being, including features that maximize engagement and effectiveness. The post The Best Corporate Wellness Apps To Support Mental Health In The Workplace appeared first on Wellable.

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Gen Digital Offices – Mountain View

Office Snapshots

The Challenge Gen is a global leader in cyber safety. Having recently united a family of brands under the new Gen brand, they wanted their new Silicon Valley hub site to embody the spirit, values and mission of their teams, who dedicate their careers to protecting millions of people worldwide. Gen challenged HKS to transform a dormant, unoccupied building in Mountain View, California, into a fresh, new site that would bring Gen’s people together both physically and virtually.

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The Scope of Data Analytics in Energy Management

fm:systems

Learn how you can use data analytics to empower energy management by transforming raw energy usage data into actionable insights.

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AI for IT modernization: Faster, cheaper, better

McKensey

Gen AI agents are starting to deliver breakthrough value, but only when companies figure out how to build and orchestrate hundreds of them.

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People Respond Differently When Witnessing Mistreatment At Work

I/O at Work

New research finds third-party reactions to mistreatment are more complicated than expected.

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