More adults are being diagnosed as neurodivergent—here"s how employers can help in the workplace
There has been a rise in the number of people diagnosed with "neurodivergence" in adulthood over the past decade. This trend has been noted both internationally and in New Zealand. But exact rates of diagnoses in this country are difficult to quantif.....»»
Workplace wellness policies could soften the effects of workaholism, study suggests
Employers should consider more ways to facilitate time off for the employees who are least likely to take it—workaholics. That's the conclusion of counseling experts who conducted a workaholism study published in The Career Development Quarterly......»»
Decades after “breakup,” Doom’s Carmack and Romero are rehashing their legacy
Despite reports of workplace tension, the two Johns insist they're still friendly. Enlarge / John Carmack (left) and John Romero (second from right) pose with their id Software colleagues in the early '90s. (credit: John Romero).....»»
WeWork forced to file for bankruptcy in the US
The shared office giant, once seen as the future of the workplace, has been plagued by problems......»»
Co-working giant WeWork files for bankruptcy in the US
The co-working giant, once seen as the future of the workplace, has been plagued by financial problems......»»
Mental health in the workplace is an ongoing challenge
In Quebec workplaces, psychological distress and psychotropic drug use have fallen back to prepandemic levels, but symptoms of depression, anxiety and burnout have become more widespread......»»
How organizations can address toxic workplace cultures to tackle sexual harassment
Sexual harassment continues to be a problem in Canadian workplaces, and organizations are not doing enough to address it. A 2022 report by the Canadian Labour Congress indicates nearly one in two workers have experienced sexual harassment in the prev.....»»
Workplace tensions: How and when bystanders can make a difference
In today's climate of global political tensions and polarization, workplaces are filled with conflicting viewpoints. When employees hold political identities and perspectives that do not align with their co-workers, they perceive greater incivility f.....»»
Greta Thunberg is far from the only neurodivergent climate activist
Amid her calls for governments to act on climate change, Swedish activist Greta Thunberg has spoken openly about her Asperger's syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder. She is not the only environmental campaigner to speak about being neurodiverge.....»»
Accidental managers: Why people who are great at their job can fail when they get promoted
There's a saying that people don't quit their job, they quit their boss. And poor management certainly has a lot to answer for in the UK workplace. A staggering 82% of new managers in the UK are what the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) calls "ac.....»»
These are the best ultrawide monitors you buy in 2023
Here's a look at some of the best ultrawide monitors you can buy right now for gaming, the workplace, video editing, and more......»»
Young Australians increasingly get news from social media, but many don"t understand algorithms
Adults might assume young people are not engaged in current affairs......»»
Analysis reveals that harsh workplace climate is pushing women out of academia
Women faculty are more likely to leave academia than men faculty throughout all career stages in U.S. universities, University of Colorado Boulder researchers revealed in the most comprehensive analysis of retention in academia to date......»»
Q&A: The rise of younger, less experienced bosses in the workplace
If you're older than your boss, you're not alone......»»
What do a Black scientist, nonprofit executive and filmmaker have in common? They all face racism in workplace culture
American workplaces talk a lot about diversity these days. In fact, you'd have a hard time finding a company that says it doesn't value the principle. But despite this—and despite the multibillion-dollar diversity industry—Black workers continue.....»»
Stellantis faces Oct. 29 strike deadline with Unifor in Canada
The union said it is “looking forward” to locking in a deal that matches the pattern set by collective agreements with the other two members of the Detroit 3 while making “additional gains” on workplace issues specific to Stellantis. .....»»
Increasing minimum wage has positive effects on employment, says study
In labor markets where employers have more control over wages, increasing the minimum wage often results in a rise in employment, according to a new study coauthored by Ioana Marinescu, an associate professor at Penn's School of Social Policy & Pract.....»»
Seismic survey not expected to impact oyster yield in Australian waters
New research suggests that exposure to a single seismic survey is unlikely to increase mortality or affect pearl production in adults of an oyster species farmed in Australian waters......»»
Why Women Earn Less Than Men: Economic Historian Wins Nobel for Work on Gender Pay Gap
Claudia Goldin mined 200 years of data to show that greater economic growth did not lead to wage parity or more women in the workplace.....»»
Could an AI-created profile picture help you job?
Young adults are using artificial intelligence to make professional-looking headshot photos......»»
Nine policies companies should implement to reduce burnout, according to employees
On World Mental Health Day, October 10th, the American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all, shares new survey findings that may help employers reduce burnout and improve workforce well-being by up to 40%......»»