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How narcissists negatively impact productivity in the workplace

March 13, 2024  ■  7 min read

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by an inflated sense of importance, a need for admiration and a lack of empathy.

Relocation dilemma: should you move for a job?

March 05, 2024  ■  5 min read

RTO demands, plus the gradual reduction of fully remote jobs available over the past year, have left people questioning whether or not they should move for work. According to LinkedIn, of those who have moved away from family or friends, 35% said they moved to advance their own career.

RTO, team conflicts, layoffs, mental health: more tough conversations are falling on middle managers

March 06, 2024  ■  5 min read

Handling these discussions thoughtfully and delicately is an art many aren’t equipped for, especially in the workplace. 

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How to calculate the real cost of employee turnover

March 18, 2024  ■  7 min read

Many employers estimate the total cost to hire a new employee can be three to four times the position’s salary.

‘You get the union you deserve’: Middle managers need more help handling staff union efforts

March 18, 2024  ■  4 min read

In recent years white collar workers in some industries like tech have attempted to organize, putting their managers in a tricky situation.

With childcare an urgent need, more conventions are saying ‘bring the kids!’

March 15, 2024  ■  3 min read

More organizers of conventions, particularly in the science field, have begun offering services around childcare to encourage attendance by parents who’d benefit from such gatherings but stay away because of family obligations.

Four years after lockdown: The enduring strain of working parents’ juggle between career and family

March 14, 2024  ■  12 min read

We spoke with dozens of working parents across industries, to gauge how they’re getting on, four years after the coronavirus pandemic changed traditional workplace norms.

How narcissists negatively impact productivity in the workplace

March 13, 2024  ■  7 min read

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by an inflated sense of importance, a need for admiration and a lack of empathy.

Tackling hiring bias: The gender gap in getting people to vouch for you on Linkedin

March 13, 2024  ■  3 min read

Men are more likely to have recommendations from former bosses or coworkers on their hiring profiles than women, a new report found.

WTF Explainers

WTF are microcultures? (and why they are important in workplaces today)

February 14, 2024  ■  4 min read

Getting hybrid arrangements right requires embracing specific team cultures more than single corporate cultures, experts say.

WTF is a new collar worker?

January 30, 2024  ■  4 min read

New collar workers are signaling a new era in hiring that doesn’t care for the credential of a college degree.

WTF is a psychological contract with your employer?

January 26, 2024  ■  4 min read

At the most basic level, employers are promising workers they’ll get paid, benefits and some kind of support to help them do their jobs, while employees are promising their employers they’ll give their time and labor and follow their workplace’s norms. But of course it often goes deeper.

Special Edition
Gen Z Workforce: Reshaping Careers in the AI Era

From navigating wildly varied return-to-office policies in a post-pandemic working world in flux, to working in the shadows of AI, Gen Zers are creating a whole new workforce to suit their needs. This editorial series examines how AI will influence, reshape and evolve career development for this generation, and how exactly they’re using the tech for work.

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How to set better boundaries while working hybrid

February 21, 2024  ■  4 min read

Setting boundaries at work (and honoring coworkers’ boundaries) are key to achieving better work-life balance and combating burnout.

‘It’s a landmine’: Why does no one trust each other at work?

February 19, 2024  ■  9 min read

Repairing trust between all levels within organizations, will be critical in 2024, not just for the well-being of individuals, but the well-being of businesses. We spoke to a range of workplace experts to hear how this trust crisis can be averted.

How WFH is still putting strain on relationships

February 14, 2024  ■  5 min read

Many couples are still navigating, four years later, the best dynamic when it comes to working from home, even if they’re hybrid.

Leadership

‘Being a leader, I learned, is not easy’: The employees who left middle management

March 12, 2024  ■  5 min read

Over 40% of managers with less than two years of managerial experience are currently looking for new jobs.

Where middle managers need the most help, by the numbers

March 11, 2024  ■  6 min read

53% of middle managers admit they’re swamped with tasks, leaving 51% unable to dedicate necessary time to direct reports. While some believe generative AI will help relieve the burden.

Why AI advancement demands more women in boardrooms and C-suite roles

March 07, 2024  ■  8 min read

Today, women account for an average of just 29% of the board seats of investment-grade companies, up from last year.

Talent

How employers are extending help to staff with substance use issues

March 12, 2024  ■  5 min read

Companies including hotel chain Hilton, and General Mills are among the companies offering substance use management care to meet the needs of more working professionals.

Why are we still talking about ‘mean girls’ at work?

March 11, 2024  ■  6 min read

Even Rosalind Wiseman, the author of the book that inspired the original Mean Girls movie, has mixed feelings about the term.

Gen Z reports workplace bullying amid RTO — but are they just taking things the wrong way?

March 08, 2024  ■  4 min read

Some 40% of Gen Z workers say they’ve experienced bullying since returning to offices, and even more reported “creepy behavior,” a survey found.

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WorkLife Awards

Company culture has never been more important for organizations looking to attract and retain the best talent and the strongest cultures are built on values that run deep throughout the organization. The WorkLife Awards will recognize the top employers and the values that make them unique.