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Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
On the Microsoft Research Podcast, Chief Scientist Jaime Teevan & researchers Jenna Butler, Jake Hofman, & Rebecca Janssen unpack the New Future of Work Report 2025 & explore what an [...]
Founded in 2011, Fooda features a variety of restaurants that workplaces can employ to provide lunches through pop-up kitchens, delivery, catering, pantry and cafe programs. [...]
Acer Gadget backs Plugable with minority stake to speed up docks, Thunderbolt 5 gear and AI-ready peripherals for hybrid work markets. [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
Nelly Furtado, Joni Mitchell, Begonia and Tate McRae — the most visible honorees and notable winners at this year’s Juno Awards seemed to be mostly women. But look into the [...]
Thor Olof Philogène discusses curiosity, entrepreneurship and the importance of human interaction. [...]
For a fulfilling career in ophthalmology, find the right cultural fit during every step of the journey, from training to residency and beyond. [...]
Newsweek has partnered with Plant-A Insights Group for America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces in Health Care 2026. [...]
We explore why Joburgers are swapping the 9-to-5 grind for "work-life integration" in the city’s growing 15-minute hubs. [...]
AI at the Workplace
Confront Bias in AI Hiring Tools #Shorts #BetterAllies
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Mental Health at Work
Nelly Furtado, Joni Mitchell, Begonia and Tate McRae — the most visible honorees and notable winners at this year’s Juno Awards seemed to be mostly women. But look into the [...]
Thor Olof Philogène discusses curiosity, entrepreneurship and the importance of human interaction. [...]
For a fulfilling career in ophthalmology, find the right cultural fit during every step of the journey, from training to residency and beyond. [...]
Newsweek has partnered with Plant-A Insights Group for America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces in Health Care 2026. [...]
We explore why Joburgers are swapping the 9-to-5 grind for "work-life integration" in the city’s growing 15-minute hubs. [...]
Future of Work
Erik Qualman - AI, Innovation, Future of Work - AI Keynote Speaker
Architectural Journalist, Apurva Bose Dutta
“One of the key facets of my professional career has been engaging with the architectural fraternity as well as the student community. One of the common queries of these budding architects is how to tread on a career path of…
How to get a quick creativity boost – Parthajeet Sarma
This article has been written by Parthajeet Sarma. He is a Chevening scholar (Oxford University), writer, award-winning innovator and entrepreneur. 18 years out of his over two decades of work experience, has been as an entrepreneur. Set up in 2003,…
The Impact of AI on the Future of Work
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of work, ushering in a new era of automation, innovation, and adaptation. With advancements in machine learning, robotics, and natural language processing, AI is poised to have a profound impact on the future…
Small Steps, Big Impact: Promoting Workplace Sustainability with Simple Changes
Amid growing environmental concerns, many organizations have fallen into the trap of greenwashing, utilizing deceptive tactics to present an illusion of sustainability while failing to enact substantial changes. Superficial sloganeering and token gestures have become commonplace among corporate entities, with…
Why work when you can play?
This article has been written by Parthajeet Sarma. He is a Chevening scholar (Oxford University), writer, award-winning innovator and entrepreneur. 15 years out of his over two decades of work experience, has been as an entrepreneur. Set up in 2003, iD…
Technology, a double edged sword
A pre-pandemic interview between co-working pioneer Alex Hillman and workplace transformation expert Parthajeet Sarma, discusses various aspects of the modern workplace and the impact of technology on work habits and productivity. Hillman emphasizes the need for employees to have control…
Women lead, in Indian construction. Forget the “Despite being a woman” talk!
Santosh Parulekar, dispels myth and fires a salvo at the “despite being a woman” debate by demonstrating how women working on construction sites in India are adding much needed muscle to the industry. Absenteeism is very low compared to male…
How Hybrid Work Allows Professionals To Pursue A Post-Graduate Degree
In the evolving workspace landscape, the hybrid work model, which combines both remote and in-person work, is rapidly gaining traction. While it was born out of necessity due to global events, it’s now becoming a preference for many. This model…
Monitoring and surveillance technologies shift power dynamics in the workplace
In a work context, surveillance and data collection raise issues that go …. field of actors engaging on this issue; and informs policy on future of work.
