Open-Plan Offices Literally Make You Stupid, According to Harvard
Because they discourage face-to-face interaction, open-plan offices reduce collective intelligence. As I've pointed out previously, open-plan offices are the dumbest management fad of all time. However, while I knew OPOs were stupid, I didn't realize that they were actually making organizations …
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More and more Americans are becoming 'ALICEs.' They can't afford rent and groceries but are falling through the cracks in the country's safety net.
Imagine making just enough money at your job that you don't qualify for food stamps or disability payments, but not enough to afford rent and healthcare. That would make you an ALICE. ALICEs — or Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — is a term coined by United Way's United For ALICE program …
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The latest Supreme Court decision means HR departments must play by a whole new set of rules. Here’s what every CHRO needs to know
Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling making it easier for workers to sue employers for discrimination if they’re forced to …
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Got Ants in Your Home? This Common Household Item Can Help Get Rid of Them Fast
Ants are a major—and common—household pest. They can suddenly appear in kitchens, dining rooms, and other areas of the home, growing in number each …
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17 Unbelievable Walmart Deals for Your Home This April
Redo your home decor with these 17 Walmart finds for your home this April.
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HOME HORRORS I’m an interior designer – 7 mistakes that make your house look cheap, my tips to fix them will look more elegant
AN interior designer has revealed the simple ways to fix style mistakes that could make your house look cheap. She said a luxurious look can be …