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What working parents need from employers, according to working parents

Ahead of Mother’s Day, we asked parents who work remotely and in the office how their organization can better support them. Here’s what they shared.

By Rachael Roth 5 mins read
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Distributed work: 5 ways to help distributed teams

The rise in ongoing distributed work is one of the biggest impacts the pandemic has had on working. Distributed teams are proving to be just as productive (and a whole lot happier) as their traditional counterparts—which is why more and more companies are committing to a hybrid workplace and distributed working. In this article, we explore why distributed work is the future of work, including five strategies to better manage distributed teams.

By CJ Frey 11 mins read
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10 types of facility management and when to use them

Different types of facilities present different types of challenges to the people that manage them. For example, a facility manager (FM) for a nursing home will have very different duties than one in charge of industrial facilities. In this article, we explore different types of facilities and facility management.

By Darin Herle 5 mins read
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Hot desking productivity: How to improve your desk sharing strategy

Hot desking productivity is important to consider when deciding whether or not to implement this (or any other) workplace strategy. In this article, we explore hot desking productivity, along with how shared workspaces are evolving with the return to the office. We’ll also delve into the best ways to create a hot desking solution that is not only more productive, but also creates a better workplace experience for everyone.

By Karina Wright 10 mins read
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Talent retention: 13 strategies for the hybrid workplace

Talent retention has always been important. Now, as employers struggle with high attrition rates thanks to the lasting impact of the Great Resignation, boosting retention is quickly becoming a main focus and a main concern. In this article, we explore talent retention in our ‘new normal,’ along with 13 strategies employers can and should enact to reduce their turnover rate.

By Allison Colburn 17 mins read

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