Happy And Succeeding: For Those Who Have Blind Ambition To Achieve Great Things
The Negative Impact Of Toxic Positivity In The Workplace
Corporate-sponsored, toxic positivity is the belief that employees must focus on positive emotions and disavow negative feelings in the workplace. A toxic positivity agenda calls for being enthusiastic and upbeat despite the dire situation. No matter what goes wrong, you are not allowed to show or say anything resembling negativity. No matter how bad the problem is, you must grin and bear it. When management promotes a culture of toxic positivity, it can adversely affect workers. The unrelenting pressure and stress to discount their own experiences and be someone they aren’t can lead to feelings of burnout and letting the team and company down.
Commercial Real Estate Is Poised To Take A $800 Billion Hit From Remote Work
Having the option to work flexibly—whether that’s remotely, or on a hybrid schedule that mixes in-person and at-home time—has done a lot for employees. In the US, people who can work where they want say they’re more productive, more independent, and more content with their jobs. Less happy, though, are commercial office owners—and the companies currently leasing their spaces—who are sitting on empty buildings.
Twitter Owes Ex-Employees $500 Million In Severance, Lawsuit Claims
Twitter Inc on Wednesday was hit with a lawsuit accusing it of refusing to pay at least $500 million in promised severance to thousands of employees who were laid off after Elon Musk acquired the company. Courtney McMillian, who oversaw Twitter’s employee benefits programs as its “head of total rewards” before she was laid off in January, filed the proposed class action in San Francisco federal court.
The Blind Ambition Podcast
The Blind Ambition with Jack Kelly provides a candid look into the top companies in business and tech. Go behind the scenes with industry and workplace leaders and explore work culture, what it takes to land a role at these companies, and how to build, scale and thrive in your career. Hosted by Jack Kelly and Rick Chen and presented by the professional social network Blind.
Credit Suisse Inquiry Will Keep Files Secret For 50 Years
A parliamentary investigation into the collapse of Credit Suisse will keep its files closed for 50 years, according to a parliamentary committee document, a level of secrecy that has triggered concern among Swiss historians. The document means the investigating commission would hand over its files to the Swiss Federal Archives after a longer gap than the usual 30 years to ensure high levels of confidentiality apply to the investigation, which has generated huge public interest.
Shopify Fuels Meeting Purge By Shaming Employees With Cost Calculator
Time is money, and Shopify wants its workers to understand that maxim applies to pointless meetings, too. The Canadian e-commerce company has rolled out a calculator embedded in employees’ calendar app that estimates the cost of any meeting with three or more people. The tool uses average compensation data across roles and disciplines, along with meeting length and attendee count, to put a price tag on the event.
These 10 States Are America’s Best At Producing The Workers That Employers Want To Hire
Where have all the workers gone? The question is plaguing everyone from business owners to policymakers to consumers. With many more job openings in the U.S. than there are people available to fill them, companies are increasingly deciding where to set up shop based on where the workers are. “The states that have continued to win with net inward migration are the ones that companies really are dialed in on,” said Tom Stringer, a principal and manager of BDO’s site selection and incentive practice.
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As the CEO, founder and executive recruiter at one of the oldest and largest global search firms in his area of expertise, Jack Kelly has diligently worked placing top-tier professionals for the last 20 years. As a proponent of career growth, Jack is thrilled to have the opportunity to personally share career-advancing advice with you in an honest, straightforward, no-nonsense manner. As your career coach, Jack will help you with every aspect of your job search or career growth plan, offering real support and professional guidance.
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About Jack Kelly
Jack Kelly is the CEO, founder, and executive recruiter at one of the oldest and largest global search firms in his area of expertise. He has personally placed thousands of professionals with top-tier companies over the last 20-plus years. Jack is passionate about advocating for job seekers. In doing so, he founded a start-up company, WeCruitr, at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. The mission of WeCruitr is to help people in need and make the job search more humane and enjoyable. As a proponent of career growth, Jack shares his insider interviewing tips and career advancement secrets as a Senior Contributor for Forbes. He also covers timely topics related to corporations, high-profile people, Wall Street, politics and other important matters. The pieces offer insight into the news and how it may impact your career. Jack is the author of Happy and Succeeding in Your Job Search and How To Get A Job In Tough Times, as well as the host of Happy And Succeeding In The Future Of Work and cohost of the Blind Ambition podcast.