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At 66 I Went Back To Work As An Apprentice
Just before the Covid pandemic hit, Chris Bore retired at 63. Then in September 2020, he changed his mind and unretired. For Chris, his retirement at 65 was highly desirable after decades in corporate life, working as a consultant and trainer in DSP (digital...
Do You Have Leadership Charisma?
We have all met someone we love working for or with. That person seems to have that extra gear for rallying the troops and getting everyone to bring their A-game to the office or wherever. It's as if they have a magnetic personality that everyone is attracted to....
Cyber Security Risks Of Working In Public Places
In recent years, the rise of remote and hybrid working has transformed the traditional landscape of work. Cafes now double as remote work hubs, and the flexible nature of remote work continues to redefine where and how we work. A study...
Coffee Badging: Swiping Into Work To Show Your Face
First popularized as a term by video conferencing company Owl Labs in 2023, coffee badging refers to workers who badge in at the office before going back home to do the bulk of their work. They're swiping their badges to satisfy their return-to-office mandates,...
Etiquette Expert: Avoid Wearing Shorts To Work
At my high school there was a phenomenon commonly referred to as "getting Schenked." Despite the sound, it wasn't an act of violence. It meant you got called out or even punished for being out of dress code by one of the school's administrative assistants,...
Why Lifelong Learning Is Essential For Career Success
By continuously updating your skills and knowledge, you can stay relevant and adaptable to industry changes. Continuing education not only enhances your professional abilities but also contributes to personal growth. Whether you are aiming to secure your current job,...
5 Work Perks That Everyone Should Look Out For
It’s a great time to be on the hunt for a new job, because most organizations are offering large numbers of perks to attract and retain employees—and you can be the beneficiary of this trend. It’s all because of the talent shortage. Employers are struggling to find...
India: Unions Demand Tweaks In Gig Workers’ Bill
Suggesting changes to the proposed Gig Workers Bill, likely to be introduced in the ensuing legislature session, trade unions in Karnataka have sought equal representation on the Gig Workers Welfare Board “in the true spirit and letter of tripartism”. While the mode...
FTC: Arise Misled Gig Workers About How Much Money They Could Make
The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against a gig work company, saying it misled people about the money they could make on its platform. Arise Virtual Solutions reached a settlement with the FTC, agreeing to pay $7 million to workers the FTC says were harmed...
My Boss Won’t Stop Bringing Up Age
I am a 50-year-old technology worker. My boss is in her early 40s. She has made comments that are not my business about co-workers in their 60s who she says “should retire.” Needless to say I’m not too far behind those folks in age. I get Botox, filler, color my hair,...
