As the ACT government considers the pros and cons of a four-day working week trial, a new report has shed light on the growing sentiment in government workplaces towards flexible working arrangements.
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In 2024, some experts predict there will be an even greater push for people to be physically present with their colleagues.
Angela Ferguson, founder of workplace strategy and design company Futurespace, told NCA NewsWire more leaders were expecting a full-time return to the office in 2024. But she said it would be important to motivate, not mandate it with creative in-office incentives and renovations.
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A substantial gap has opened up between employer and staff expectations around office attendance but bosses needed to motivate rather than mandate a return to work, according to one workplace strategy company.
Founder of Futurespace Angela Ferguson said businesses needed to think carefully about how to lure staff back and it was critical to be realistic about the change in attitude post-pandemic.
As we approach the end of the year, it’s only natural for minds to wander off work and onto the excitement of the holidays. To assist employees who may be struggling with burnout, here are some tips to stay fresh. Burnout can be prevalent around this time of year as it’s crunch time for many to get things done before 2024 kicks off. According to Futurespace founder Angela Ferguson, prioritising wellbeing is a great first step towards mitigating burnout.
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Feeling unhappy and disengaged is not a new phenomenon in the workplace, but there’s a new word for it in 2023: resenteeism.
Resenteeism is the natural successor from 2022’s employment trend ‘quiet quitting’. The term refers to employees who become disengaged and reduce their productivity due to feelings of resentment towards their employer or workplace.
Resenteeism can be particularly harmful to small businesses, where every employee’s contribution is critical to the success of the company. If even one employee becomes disengaged, the impact on productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction can be significant. Furthermore, small businesses often have limited resources to address workplace issues, making it even more challenging to prevent or address resenteeism effectively.
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My industry is dominated by men. A phrase that I know is often said a lot, but my career in interior and architectural design is really lacking in female representation at a senior level.
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