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Katherine Dines: Inspiring and Entertaining Children Through Music Education
- Katherine Ann Dines, founder of Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta Music, has dedicated over 30 years to creating music for children and families.
- Initially focusing on country and pop music, Dines shifted to writing lullabies that led to a Grammy-nominated album and a new career path.
- Although she missed out on opportunities in mainstream music, Dines found her passion in children's music.
- Dines chose independence and collaborated with educators to integrate her music into classrooms and educational programs.
- She conducted workshops and performances at various venues, including schools, bookstores, and early childhood education conferences.
- Dines' work spans 14 albums, numerous songs, live performances, books, and videos that combine music with movement and storytelling.
- Her albums have received 41 national awards, and she has been involved in various music advocacy initiatives and organizations.
- Dines is a member of several education and music associations and continues to adapt to the digital age with upcoming projects like books and animated videos.
- She aims to create meaningful change through her music and education initiatives.
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HRM Asia
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Drop in CFO turnover puts spotlight on succession planning for APAC HR leaders
- In 2024, CFO turnover in Asia-Pacific dropped by 24%, outpacing the global decline of 7%, according to Russell Reynolds Associates’ 2024 Global CFO Turnover Report.
- Asia-Pacific's emphasis on stability, especially in family-controlled businesses, reflects the region's culture.
- Unlike other regions, Asian markets prioritize trust and continuity over rapid changes in leadership.
- HR leaders need to foster loyalty and minimize turnover to align talent strategies with the region's business dynamics.
- With an average CFO tenure of 4.7 years in Asia-Pacific, robust succession planning is crucial.
- Asia-Pacific's talent development culture shows a high percentage of first-time and internal CFO appointments in 2024.
- Balance between innovation and continuity offers insights for HR teams in preparing finance leaders for C-suite roles.
- Structured development programs focusing on strategic thinking and leadership readiness are essential for high-potential finance leaders.
- Cross-functional collaboration and a growth mindset are key for CFOs to navigate evolving challenges.
- HR must integrate skills like data analytics and sustainability strategy in leadership programs for CFOs.
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Leadgrowdevelop
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The Process of Designing a Custom Breast Plate
- Custom breastplates are designed to meet individual needs after surgeries like mastectomy or gender-affirming care, offering a personalized solution for better comfort and aesthetics.
- The design process involves consultation, measurements, material selection, customization, fitting, care instructions, and available resources for wearers.
- Consultations with certified fitters or medical professionals address expectations, lifestyle, and preferences to ensure a tailored fit.
- Precise measurements and material choices like silicone or foam contribute to comfort and realism of the custom breastplate.
- Design features such as skin tone matching, realistic nipples, and 3D printing technology enhance the natural appearance and user satisfaction.
- Fitting appointments ensure proper alignment, comfort, and adjustments for optimal user experience.
- Regular care, maintenance, and storage in ideal conditions are crucial for the longevity of custom breastplates.
- Resources like community support networks, online guides, and expert consultations provide valuable information and emotional support for wearers.
- Overall, custom breastplates are a personal and practical tool supporting emotional healing, confidence, and self-expression.
- The design process for custom breastplates involves a thorough consultation, precise measurements, material selection, artful customization, fitting, care guidelines, and available support resources for wearers.
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Leadgrowdevelop
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Using Content Modeling to Reduce Technical Debt in Headless Projects
- Technical debt is a major concern for projects, particularly in headless CMS environments, but can be mitigated through effective content modeling.
- Content modeling in headless CMS projects helps in creating maintainable and extensible digital experiences by planning content hierarchy in advance.
- Modular and reusable content types are crucial in reducing technical debt by simplifying updates and avoiding redundancies.
- Flexibility in content models anticipates changes and prevents additional technical debt as business needs evolve.
- Standardization of taxonomies and metadata minimizes technical debt complexity and aids in governance and reusability.
- Quality documentation of content models decreases technical debt by clarifying content usage and governance policies.
- Anticipating scalability and integration needs from the start helps prevent technical debt in future content models.
- Collaboration in content modeling reduces silos and ensures alignment among stakeholders, preventing rework and maintenance-related technical debt.
- Regular auditing of content models ensures relevancy, efficiency, and value, helping in avoiding technical debt accumulation over time.
- Implementing analytic insights and version control alongside governance practices aids in reducing technical debt and maintaining content quality.
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Hrdive
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Amazon’s Andy Jassy warns of job cuts due to generative AI
- Amazon CEO Andy Jassy warns of potential job cuts as generative AI usage increases.
- Jassy stated that the company will need fewer people as efficiency gains from AI are realized.
- He mentioned that AI rollouts will require employees to transition to other types of work.
- Amazon has over 1,000 AI services and applications in progress, with plans to expand further.
- Jassy believes generative AI is the most transformative technology since the Internet.
- He encouraged employees to embrace AI to remain competitive.
- AI is already being used at Amazon to enhance customer and seller experiences.
- Other companies in the retail industry, like Walmart and Toys R Us, are also exploring AI's potential.
- Shoptalk's conference highlighted discussions on AI with industry players.
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Hrdive
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This week in 5 numbers: Nearly 2 in 3 workers plan to seek a second job
- A former employee of Dave Ramsey's company was allowed to proceed with religious discrimination claims after four years.
- Overall workers' job satisfaction increased by 5.7 percentage points in 2025, the largest gain in a single year.
- 46% of employees feel their boss only somewhat or rarely understands their contributions.
- 64% of workers plan to seek a second job or start a side hustle in the next year to boost their income.
- 90% of U.S. employers highlighted rising benefit costs as the main factor influencing their benefit strategies for 2025.
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Askamanager
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updates: boss won’t give me a raise, dog barks during work calls, and more
- 1. A letter-writer who didn't get a raise from their boss found a potential new opportunity within the organization after reaching out to a manager in a different department.
- 2. Another person resolved their issue with a barking dog during work calls by using noise-canceling headphones, training the dog, and achieving a promotion.
- 3. An individual who considered suing the government for various issues did not disclose this during job interviews but ended up landing a new job where their activism was appreciated.
- 4. A letter-writer dealt with gossip about their pregnancy, eventually giving birth and facing challenges with the receptionist sharing personal information without permission.
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Hrdive
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Are employers still sponsoring Pride this year?
- LGBTQ+ workers in the U.S. continue to face obstacles in the workplace, with limited resources and varying levels of comfort discussing gender or sexuality.
- Employers are contemplating their involvement in Pride Month activities, with some maintaining DEI commitments and others scaling back.
- WorldPride 2025 in D.C. saw a mix of corporate sponsors, including companies like JPMorgan, United, Hilton, and Amazon, which announced a shift in focus earlier this year.
- Ahead of the parade, some stakeholders expressed objections to participating in WorldPride due to U.S. political directives targeting LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Recent actions by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission have raised concerns, including pausing discrimination claim processing for LGBTQ+ individuals and changing anti-harassment guidance.
- Companies are reevaluating their DEI strategies amid shifts in public commitments and potential compliance issues, particularly under the current administration.
- Some employers are closely watching how companies navigate Pride events, like New York City's upcoming parade, as they assess corporate sponsorship and potential fallout.
- Atlanta's Pride festival organizers are actively engaging with sponsors for the October event, recognizing the importance of corporate support for LGBTQ+ initiatives.
- Employers' participation in Pride can impact LGBTQ+ workers' well-being, on-the-clock engagement, and overall community support for LGBTQIA+ causes.
- Calls for corporations to stand firm in supporting LGBTQ+ communities amidst uncertainties and pressures, highlighting the importance of maintaining a commitment to equality.
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Askamanager
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update: church member at my job wants help raising money for a bad idea
- An update was provided on a situation where a church member at a job wanted help raising money for a questionable tree-planting mission.
- The individual who tried to assist was reprimanded by their manager for getting involved in a matter outside their job description.
- It was revealed that the church member made significant financial errors, including a $7,000 mistake on the church's taxes and hiring a costly bookkeeper.
- Concerns were raised about the church member not properly handling finances related to their mission work, leading to potential tax issues for the church.
- Despite the financial discrepancies, the church member continued their mission unquestioned, while the church faced a $22,000 deficit for the first time.
- The individual contemplating leaving the job due to ongoing frustrations but acknowledged the job's flexibility in accommodating their disability.
- Lessons were learned about organizational challenges even in well-meaning settings, with plans to depart from the current job within a year.
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Medium
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Copilots, Not Autopilots: Inside Microsoft’s Human-in-the-Loop AI Strategy
- Microsoft adopts a 'human-in-the-loop' approach to AI development and use, emphasizing people as central to the process.
- The company focuses on 'AI-enabled' tools rather than 'AI-powered' systems, framing AI as assisting rather than replacing humans.
- This philosophy permeates Microsoft's strategy from the boardroom to product branding and policy discussions.
- Microsoft's Vice Chair and President, Brad Smith, highlighted the empowering potential of AI in a recent U.S. Congress testimony.
- The company considers AI a tool to enhance human capabilities rather than a standalone force.
- The human-in-the-loop ethos guides Microsoft's approach to AI development and implementation.
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Hrexecutive
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Fixing payroll to boost engagement. Plus, news from ADP, Gartner and more
- Payroll systems are becoming more digital and automated, leading to increased employee disconnect from understanding paychecks.
- Financial stress affects workplace wellbeing and engagement, with HR needing to ensure employees are paid correctly and understand compensation details.
- Deel's payroll research highlights employee confusion and concerns about paycheck transparency, with many workers unclear about paycheck deductions.
- Gen Z and Millennial workers struggle more with paycheck components than Boomers and Gen X, as per Deel research.
- Around one-third of employees find errors in their paychecks, while 17% experience stress related to payroll accuracy.
- Deel recommends improving payroll transparency through clear pay stubs, providing educational materials, and hosting payroll Q&A sessions.
- Gallup reports only 23% of global employees feel engaged at work, with financial stress and lack of compensation understanding being significant factors.
- Christina Trainor appointed as head of HR for North America at Prysmian, Gartner's research shows a decrease in candidates receiving multiple job offers, highlighting a competitive job market.
- Dice and Lightcast's AI Hiring Guide 2025 reveals insights on sourcing and retaining AI talent.
- ADP introduces CPR training on its Mobile Solutions app, and Beeline acquires MBO Partners.
- Zorro raises $20 million in Series A funding, and CEOs are expecting ROI from AI by 2027.
- Women in HR Tech Summit celebrates influential women in HR technology, while nearly half of the UK's top companies have dedicated chief AI officers.
- The news article offers a comprehensive look at payroll challenges, HR tech updates, and industry trends.
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Askamanager
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update: our new boss is ruining the organization and is upset that I’m pushing back
- Ask a Manager is running an update on a previous letter where a person was concerned about their new boss ruining the organization.
- The letter writer eventually addressed their concerns to the board of trustees about the director.
- It took six months for the board members to express concerns about the director, leading to the director leaving.
- The letter writer became the interim director, along with another employee appointed as interim assistant director.
- Both interim directors received guidelines from the board and focused on improving staff communication, scheduling, and job roles.
- They implemented systems based on past challenges to ensure smooth operations and future director onboarding.
- The interim directors participated in training on staff communication and conflict resolution.
- The staff is now more relaxed, productivity has increased, and they are optimistic about the future with a new director starting soon.
- The letter writer looks forward to working with the new director, hoping for a positive and productive experience.
- Overall, the organization has made improvements since the previous boss left.
- The post reflects a positive outlook and a sense of optimism for the future.
- The situation seems to have improved significantly under the interim directors' leadership.
- The staff is more prepared for potential changes under the new director.
- The letter ends on a hopeful note regarding the organization's future.
- The staff has been focusing on communication, conflict resolution, and productivity, resulting in a more positive work environment.
- The update showcases a successful transition following the departure of the problematic boss.
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Hrexecutive
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Workplace Compliance Trends for 2025
- A webinar titled 'Workplace Compliance Trends for 2025' will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 3:00 pm ET.
- Speakers include Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio from Harvard Law School and Paycom.
- The webinar aims to discuss the 2025 regulatory environment's impact on employees, employers, and businesses.
- Around 16% of companies operate fully remote without a physical office.
- The importance of multistate compliance is highlighted in a decentralized work environment with evolving regulations on workers' rights, paid family medical leave, and cybersecurity.
- Worker entitlements and protections are on the rise, leading to increased employer responsibilities and potential updates in processes and supervisor training.
- The webinar aims to help companies prepare for workplace compliance challenges in 2025 and beyond.
- The event is sponsored by an undisclosed entity.
- Topic areas include the impact of regulations, remote work trends, and the need for multistate compliance under changing laws regarding employee rights and cybersecurity.
- The webinar encourages participants to register to address upcoming compliance challenges and be informed about workplace trends.
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Hrdive
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Facing economic anxiety, 64% of workers say they plan to get a second job or start a side hustle
- 64% of U.S. workers plan to get a second job or start a side hustle in the coming year, citing economic reasons.
- If laid off, a significant percentage of workers have less than a month of savings as a financial buffer.
- Side hustles are seen as a way to build savings, pay off debt, find new job opportunities, or make ends meet.
- 19% of workers have savings enough to cover less than a month of expenses, while a third have savings for one to five months.
- Plans for second jobs or side hustles vary across demographics; parents, millennials, and Gen Z show higher interest.
- Social media users, especially daily users, are more likely to pursue additional income sources.
- Many workers struggle to meet basic living expenses, leading some to take on debt.
- Most workers feel their wages have not kept up with the increasing cost of living.
- Gen Z workers are engaging in side hustles to develop skills and improve financial security.
- Side hustles are perceived as providing financial stability and readiness for the future.
- Numerous workers are actively seeking higher-paying jobs, second jobs, and part-time work to address economic challenges.
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Hrdive
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Nearly half of workers say their boss doesn’t understand them, survey shows
- Nearly half of workers, 46%, feel their boss only somewhat or rarely understands their contributions, according to a report from The Predictive Index.
- This disconnect can be more damaging than burnout, impacting retention, performance, and innovation.
- 44% of U.S. workers feel overlooked for raises and promotions due to misperceptions about their skills or work style, with 48% feeling undervalued by leaders.
- 43% receive feedback misaligned with self-perception, rising to 54% among Generation Z employees.
- 62% of Gen Z employees believe they are overlooked due to misperceptions, emphasizing the need for better understanding.
- Employees suggest leadership training for managers and more frequent, meaningful feedback to bridge the perception gap.
- Gen Z workers see value in behavioral assessments to understand strengths and work styles, with 80% supporting their use.
- Employers may undervalue disagreeable workers, missing out on valuable feedback these employees can provide.
- Trust and 'human sustainability' are crucial for performance, as per a Deloitte report, emphasizing the importance of putting humans at the center of work.
- Recognizing employees through various means, like Taylor Swift's approach, can enhance appreciation, retention, and organizational culture.
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