On November 23rd, Japan commemorates Labour Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday. The day is dedicated to honouring employees and celebrating high productivity. On this day, most businesses are open, while government services are closed. Interestingly, this day is integrated into Japan’s Happy Monday System, which means that if November 23rd falls on a Sunday, […]
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Work is having its moment. The transformation of the global workforce accelerated in 2021, driven by the continued impact of the pandemic and strains on businesses amid record labor shortages and shifting worker priorities. It’s a strain felt universally. ADP Research Institute found that 64 percent of the global workforce was negatively impacted by COVID-19, […]
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Some people are born extroverts and introverts. While one’s personality does not define their performance at work, their traits can affect how they act in a work setting. Shy employees tend to be afraid of taking risks, sharing their thoughts openly, and sometimes uncertain about their performance and capabilities. As a result, their lack of […]
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Promotion of tolerance at work is more than a gimmick; it is a characteristic to be valued, sought after, and cherished.
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There is a general consensus that we simply need to avoid being in the same room with people we don’t like. While it sounds easy, what if the said person happens to be a coworker and we need to work with them? Things might be challenging, but if you keep a few things in mind, […]
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This article is a guest post. Dramatically changing norms are fueling the need to transform the workplace. With more than 80% of the country’s population vaccinated, organizations are now gearing up for the gradual return of employees, who are bringing a whole set of expectations with them to the workplace. A recent report by PwC […]
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Do you know that some of your daily habits can actually impede your personal growth? When it comes to developing personal growth, the challenges can come from both internal and external factors. Being a middle-class sandwich generation, for example, is an external factor that can make it harder for some individuals to pursue their personal […]
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2022 is just a few weeks away! If you’re aiming to learn new skills as part of your New Year’s resolutions, then why not pursue new career certificates? Amidst the tight job market and continuous needs for upskilling, obtaining Google Career Certificates will help you remain competitive. With many options of training being offered, it […]
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Who would have thought that something as simple as having lunch with your co-workers can actually have a great impact on your wellbeing and career? Over casual conversations, having lunch with your coworkers allows you to get a peek of their true personalities. This can result in better communication and conflict resolution ability. Beyond that, […]
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Born in the late 1990s, Gen Z is the newest addition to the workforce. These youngsters have a clear advantage over older generations in terms of being more tech-savvy, realistic and driven by facts. With more of them finishing school or college this year, companies are ready to welcome Gen Z in their workplace. But, […]
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