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people redefining work

April 15, 2025

Mentorship As A Strategic Advantage: A Low-Cost, High-Impact Approache
Who did you admire as a young professional? Did someone ever take an interest in you and invest in your professional growth? Who taught you the ropes? Mentors help younger people find their ...
Party Sami from the Unsplash Team working away, with a side helping of ‘le Phantom’ Tim Bones
With Diversity Programs Under Attack, MLB Celebrates Jackie Robinson
A shot-riddled historical marker from Jackie Robinson’s hometown of Cairo, Georgia, and the severed cleats from a bronze Robinson statue in Wichita are both on display at the Negro Leagues ...
Would You Work Here? 5 Signs Of A Healthy Workplace
If you’re like most Americans, you’ll spend one-third of your life working. And that doesn’t account for commuting time, which averages 26 minutes each way, or nearly an hour a day.  When you spend ...
Gaining a deep understanding the problems that customers face is how you build products that provide value and grow. It all starts with a conversation. You have to let go of your assumptions so you can listen with an open mind and understand what’s actually important to them. That way you can build something that makes their life better. Something they actually want to buy.
US Judge Says Labor Department Can’t Ban DEI By Contractors, For Now
A federal judge has extended an earlier ruling barring the U.S. Department of Labor from requiring contractors and grant recipients to cease diversity, equity and inclusion programs at the direction of ...
9 Workplace Trends That Will Define 2025
The hybrid work model, which gained prominence during the pandemic, has solidified its place as a permanent fixture in modern workplaces. Employees increasingly demand flexibility in where and how ...
Il est souvent tentant de trouver une solution sans trop prendre la peine de bien comprendre ce qu'on tente de résoudre. Au fil des années, nous avons acquis la conviction que la connaissance profonde des besoins est primordiale et préalable à la conception de solution. Nos méthodes de travail ont été organisées en conséquence, afin de maximiser la satisfaction de nos clients... Plutôt que celle de nos égos!
IT Services: Critical to Hotel Industry Success
Information Technology management plays a crucial role in the hotel industry because it impacts operational efficiency and guest satisfaction. The hospitality sector is very competitive, so effective ...
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Why Saving For Retirement Is Harder For Women Than You Might Think
Statistics about people falling short of saving enough for retirement are commonplace. Many people struggle to put away a suitable amount to live on once they stop working. However, it's typically ...
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Canada: Understanding Tax Implications Of Failing To Report Gig Income
Last month, H&R Block released the results of a survey it commissioned on the topic of the gig economy. The survey revealed that 7.4 million Canadians carry on some type of gig work or ...
The Future Of Work Is Skill-Based
The way we work is changing. Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the workplace, automating tasks, creating new efficiencies, and helping us accomplish more across virtually all industries ...
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Why Most Entrepreneurs Ignore Management
In my experience mentoring entrepreneurs and building Coworking Smart, I've noticed something consistent: Many founders love starting things, but very few enjoy managing them. It's easy to get ...
Female software engineer in meeting by whiteboard