Eighty-six percent of American workers want to be able to work remotely at least some of the time when workplaces reopen, and 17% would quit if required to return to the office full time, according to a Glassdoor survey. In addition, 70% want vaccinations to be mandatory for those returning to offices, and 76% plan to be vaccinated as soon as availability allows. Full Story: TechRepublic (3/10)
The promise of multidisciplinary teams is real It's time to move beyond the traditional pillars of project management—scope, schedule, and budget--and think holistically about the business problem that needs to be solved. Multidisciplinary teams are the answer. Read more
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Recruiting & Retention
10 companies driving workplace innovation in 2021 Fast Company has named its 10 most innovative workplace companies of 2021, and work-management platform Asana tops the list for its cross-functional collaborative features for teams. Among the others, Chief is recognized for facilitating connections among female leaders, and Zoom, Slack and GitLab are highlighted for their remote-working tools. Full Story: Fast Company (tiered subscription model) (3/9)
Women may be feeling more workplace stress than men do Paola Peralta writes that women are being disproportionately affected by stress introduced into the work environment by the COVID-19 pandemic, and many are leaving the job market, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. "Organizations need to boost support for their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to create spaces for women to succeed," Peralta writes. Full Story: Employee Benefit News (free registration) (3/8)
Black software developers are creating mobile apps to teach about many topics, including social issues and Black culture. This article highlights 12 Black app developers, including James Chapman of Plain Sight, a networking app that aims to eliminate unconscious bias for entrepreneurs looking to attract investors and human capital. Full Story: BET (3/10)
The HR Leader
Develop trust to create a safe feedback space People handle feedback better when they feel emotionally and otherwise safe, so keep that in mind by employing a coaching mindset and avoiding surprises, writes Brittney Maxfield. "Safety is best established and grown over time and, when built carefully, becomes the foundation of trust where vulnerable conversation can thrive," Maxfield writes. Full Story: Crucial Skills by VitalSmarts (3/10)
About the Editor
Kanoe Namahoe
I love games that focus on different cultures. They’re a fun way to understand the nuances of different people -- like why I never have kalua pig in my car when I drive over Pali Highway. Check out Teddy “Stat” Philip’s charades-based app For the Culture in today’s Technology story highlighting 12 Black software developers. Focused on Black culture, the game includes categories on music, movies, and “Girl Talk” and “Guy Talk.” Don’t miss the other cool apps featured in that story, like Goalsetter by Tanya Van Court that teaches kids about finance. What are your favorite mobile diversions? Let me know. Know someone who needs to receive this newsletter? Send them this link to subscribe.
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