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This is how to stop being afraid to ask questions at work

  By Featured January 22, 2024 Fear often silences our questions at work, leaving us adrift in uncertainty, and often reduces productivity. But what if you could unlock a healthier, vibrant work atmosphere by becoming more proficient with inquiry? Forget the whispers of “incompetent” or “uninformed.” Asking questions isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a … Continue reading This is how to stop being afraid to ask questions at work

How to give critique—without being critical

  By Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram January 12, 2024 Critique and criticism may seem deceptively similar, but they diverge significantly in tone, intent, focus, level of detail, and delivery. Critique is a constructive endeavor, offering guidance and opportunities for improvement, while criticism often feels negative and judgmental. Critique centers on the work at hand, … Continue reading How to give critique—without being critical

Employers, this is why you’re being ghosted by job seekers. There are ways to make it stop

  By Michael Grothaus December 07, 2023 Unfortunately, ghosting just doesn’t happen in the dating world. The practice is quite common in the professional world when it comes to job hunting. Talk to any recruiter and you’re likely to hear stories about how they had a promising candidate for a position, but that candidate just … Continue reading Employers, this is why you’re being ghosted by job seekers. There are ways to make it stop

Sam Altman is reinstated as OpenAI CEO five days after being fired

Sam Altman reinstated as OpenAI CEO five days after being fired An initial three-man board with one original member has been appointed to create a permanent board. Steve Dent Reporter Updated Wed, Nov 22, 2023 Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Sam Altman is returning to OpenAI as CEO after his firing five days ago launched the company … Continue reading Sam Altman is reinstated as OpenAI CEO five days after being fired

Minority groups in countries around the world are worried about AI being a threat to jobs

  By Shalene Gupta October 31, 2023 Today, AI is evolving at a lightning pace, leaving everyone else scrambling to catch up as they wonder what the future will bring and, more specifically, how AI will impact jobs. Job search website Indeed surveyed over 7,000 employees and human resource professionals in seven countries (U.S., U.K., … Continue reading Minority groups in countries around the world are worried about AI being a threat to jobs

Bandcamp loses half its staff after being bought by Songtradr

Bandcamp loses half its staff after being bought by Songtradr Only 58 of Bandcamp’s employees received a contract offer to stay on. Mariella Moon   Updated Tue, Oct 17, 2023 Flashpop via Getty Images Half of Bandcamp’s employees have lost their jobs following the company’s acquisition by Songtradr, according to SFGate and Variety. Songtradr spokesperson … Continue reading Bandcamp loses half its staff after being bought by Songtradr

Former tech CEO being sued for defrauding JPMorgan has hit back with dramatic allegations

  By Clint Rainey October 16, 2023 Charlie Javice, the 31-year-old charged with defrauding JPMorgan of $175 million with her student-aid startup Frank, is now arguing that the bank and Department of Justice have been working in tandem to kneecap her legal team’s criminal defense. Back in April, the U.S. Attorney for New York’s Southern … Continue reading Former tech CEO being sued for defrauding JPMorgan has hit back with dramatic allegations

Create your market by being recognizable but different

  By Thomas Jonas October 09, 2023 One of the biggest challenges when you’re introducing a breakthrough product is standing out from the crowd. Deciding how to differentiate your brand just the right amount to make it distinctive—but not so much that consumers outright reject it (remember Google Glass?)—is likely the most crucial decision your … Continue reading Create your market by being recognizable but different

YouTuber Logan Paul’s Prime energy drink isn’t safe for kids. Why is it being marketed to them?

  By Sarah Bregel July 12, 2023 If you have tweens or teens living in your home, you’ve likely heard of Prime energy drink, owned by Congo Brands, and created by YouTubers Logan Paul and KSI (aka Olajide Olayinka Williams Olatunji). That’s because the drink, which contains 200 milligrams of caffeine—6 times more than a … Continue reading YouTuber Logan Paul’s Prime energy drink isn’t safe for kids. Why is it being marketed to them?