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Boss mysteriously deletes WhatsApp messages after approving employee's leave and Internet is furious
- A woman's boss approved her 10-day leave request within just two minutes, causing a stir on the internet.
- The curiosity of social media users was sparked by the two deleted messages that accompanied the boss's quick approval.
- Speculation and humor ensued online, with some jokingly guessing the deleted messages contained a firing notice, while others praised the understanding boss.
- Many users appreciated the boss as an example of a healthy work culture, expressing their desire for such understanding managers.
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No more 'yours truly': Gen Z is speaking a whole new language in the office
- A new study reveals that Gen Z is changing the language in the workplace, with 70% of workers noticing a shift in the last five years.
- Phrases like "yours truly" and "to whom it may concern" are becoming obsolete, as 73% of workers adopt a more casual communication style at work.
- Gen Z's desire to use slang in professional settings may stem from feeling left out due to traditional workplace jargon.
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As hiring slows and cos tighten belts, inhouse recruiters face heat
- Recruiters and headhunters face job insecurity as companies, particularly in the tech sector, slow down hiring to cut costs.
- Thousands of recruitment professionals who joined corporate talent acquisition roles are struggling as the overall hiring market has slowed down.
- The trend of companies building their own recruitment teams is backfiring during a hiring freeze, leaving recruiters with no job opportunities.
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A majority of job listings now include salary information, Indeed says
- Over half of job listings on Indeed.com now include salary information, thanks to increased state pay-transparency laws.
- Salary transparency benefits job seekers but poses challenges for employers; New York's law doubles job postings with salary info.
- Colorado is the most transparent state with 81% of listings featuring salary information, followed by California and Washington.
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Not just tech expertise, employers want these soft skills from Job seekers
- The white-collar job market in India showed mixed trends in Q2, 2023, with a 8% increase in hiring despite layoffs and economic uncertainties.
- The IT sector remains the most in-demand, followed by production/manufacturing, sales, and marketing.
- Both employers and employees are seeking specific skill sets, including soft skills like communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
- Despite challenges, 28% of employers hired fresh graduates, indicating a potential positive trend, but job opportunities for new graduates remain limited, especially in metro cities like Kolkata, Chennai, and Delhi/NCR.
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New job trend 'boreout' is harming America's workplaces
- "Boreout" is a new workplace trend characterized by chronic employee boredom, leading to stress, lower productivity, and health issues.
- It's related to "quiet quitting," where employees disengage from their jobs, and both trends impact companies negatively.
- The most affected demographic is males aged 18 to 35, driven by fewer family responsibilities and job market opportunities.
- Solutions include open communication, additional responsibilities, networking, and considering a career change if "boreout" seriously affects one's well-being.
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Why return-to-office mandates are layoffs in disguise, according to workplace experts
- Workplace experts suggest that return-to-office mandates can function as disguised layoffs, with companies using the opportunity to restructure their workforce.
- Companies implementing strict mandates risk pushing employees to seek other opportunities, as flexibility remains a top priority.
- AT&T's return-to-office mandate has been likened to a "covert layoff" tactic, leading to concerns about layoffs being disguised as office requirements.
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Consumed by anger at work? 4 healthy ways to manage your emotions
- Identify Triggers: Recognize what situations or actions at work trigger your anger, helping you understand your emotional reactions.
- Adopt Coping Methods: Develop techniques like mindfulness, deep breathing, or muscle relaxation to manage workplace stress and anger.
- Plan Ahead: Before your workday begins, prepare for potential triggers, allowing you to use coping strategies proactively.'
- Effective Communication: Communicate Calmly: Discuss your feelings with colleagues without immediate decisions or outbursts.
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90% of companies say they’ll return to the office by the end of 2024
- 90% of companies plan to enforce return-to-office policies by 2024, with some threatening to fire non-compliant employees.
- CEOs argue for the office to maintain corporate culture and productivity, despite inconclusive research on remote work's impact.
- Most organizations are likely to continue with a hybrid work model, allowing employees in the office for 2-3 days per week.
- Transparency and flexibility are key in hybrid work arrangements, which serve as a valuable recruiting tactic in a competitive job market.
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Avoid These Phrases That Make You Sound Inexperienced at Work
- Avoid introducing yourself with just your first name; include your full name and briefly mention your role or involvement in the meeting or project to establish credibility.
- Instead of emphasizing a junior-level job title, use a more general description of your role to avoid drawing attention to your lack of experience.
- Refrain from stating, "I have to ask my boss," when facing decisions that require collaboration; instead, present yourself as a thoughtful collaborator and suggest discussing the matter with your team.
- Strive to sound mature and established in the workplace by using clear and professional language, avoiding filler words, and refraining from using informal terms when addressing colleagues.
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The 5 components of a successful job search strategy
- Competencies: Focus on your core skills and specialize in them; ensure at least a 70% match with job requirements.
- Companies: Target specific companies, don't rely solely on posted jobs, align with their needs, and expand your list.
- Connections: Network actively, leveraging personal and professional contacts for referrals and visibility.
- Competition: Know your strengths and assess competitors' qualifications; create a unique selling proposition (USP).
- Communication: Deliver your professional pitch effectively, emphasizing what matters most to your audience for a lasting impact.
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Google Cloud, ChatGPT dominate emerging skills demand in India: Udemy report
- Google Cloud and ChatGPT saw a massive 515 percent and 504 percent increase (respectively) quarter-on-quarter, vis-à-vis emerging skills demand in India, Udemy revealed in its Q2 2023 Workplace Learning Index.
- Google Cloud's popularity reflects the need for mastering cloud tech in data management, scalability, and business innovation during digital transformation.
- ChatGPT is on the rise, with 1.6 million global learners and 272,000+ Indian enrollments in related courses by June 30, 2023.
- Design Thinking also gained traction, with a 145% increase in course consumption among Indian learners, showing demand for innovation and problem-solving skills.
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Major tech companies push for in-office return, challenging remote work trend
- • Employers like Meta, Amazon, and Zoom are pushing for employees to return to the office, but experts warn of a conflict between employees' desire for remote work and companies' insistence on in-person work.
- Employment expert Jason Greer emphasizes the need to critically analyze the future of work, as Goldman Sachs and Amazon's controversial approaches may not be sustainable in the long term.
- Balance between remote and in-office work is crucial, with intentional office days focused on innovation and collaboration, according to experts like Jason Greer and Greg Hill.
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5 emerging tech job titles for 2023, and beyond
- Emerging job titles: prompt engineer, automation officer, visual systems designer, human-machine matchmaker, cyber security analyst.
- Prompt engineers have become essential in the AI ecosystem, with high salaries and increasing job posts.
- Job opportunities in automation, extended reality, cyber security, and digital reputation defense are on the rise.
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Woman who worked on 16 jobs simultaneously arrested for fraud
- Chinese woman Guan Yue arrested for managing 16 simultaneous jobs in an elaborate fraud scheme aimed at buying a villa.
- Guan Yue faked client meetings, maintained detailed job records, and even sold jobs when overwhelmed to sustain the deception.
- Over three years, Guan Yue and her husband amassed significant wealth, purchasing a villa in Shanghai's Baoshan District with the exact amount undisclosed.
- The case involved 53 individuals and over 50 million yuan ($7 million USD) in ill-gotten gains, shedding light on the widespread issue of wage cheating in China.
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