The Now Of Work Newsletter

How are your DEI efforts measuring up?

23.10.24 08:34 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
How are your DEI efforts measuring up?

We've been closely watching how companies are tackling key DEI challenges—whether it’s improving leadership diversity, addressing unconscious bias, or boosting retention of diverse talent. These issues go far beyond compliance; they directly impact the company’s ability to innovate and succeed.


We a...

The Jarring Shift Back: Dell’s RTO Mandate and Hybrid Work’s Fast Track

17.10.24 12:56 PM By Faryal - Comment(s)
The Jarring Shift Back: Dell’s RTO Mandate and Hybrid Work’s Fast Track

You walk into the office, and suddenly, everything feels different.


The desks, the people, even the air seems to hum with a sense of urgency. Something has shifted. That’s what it’s like for many workers returning to the office after years of remote work—jarring, uncertain, and a race to adapt.


In a w...

Ordinary vs Legendary – What Good Culture Looks Like

17.10.24 10:09 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
Ordinary vs Legendary – What Good Culture Looks Like

To better help everyone understand what we mean, let’s get into the three things we see most often that constitute “trash” or ordinary workplaces.

  1. Processes that don’t meet business needs
  2. Leaders don’t use data to help make processes better (more efficient)
  3. Equity and Inclusion efforts are a side pro...

10 Ways to Implement Legendary Culture

17.10.24 10:02 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
10 Ways to Implement Legendary Culture

10 Ways to Implement Legendary Workplace Culture


Creating legendary workplaces doesn’t just happen overnight; it’s a deliberate effort that starts with nurturing the right culture. In our last post, we talked about the difference between ordinary and legendary workplaces. We mentioned that moving int...

Mentorship & Sponsorship—What’s the Big Deal?

17.10.24 09:58 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
Mentorship & Sponsorship—What’s the Big Deal?

Mentorship and sponsorship play a HUGE role in creating equitable workplaces.

Mentorship:

Mentors provide guidance and support, share their insights and experiences, and help to empower their mentees to reach their full potential. Mentorship also fosters inclusivity, bridges gaps, and helps diverse vo...

Embrace Authenticity, Drive Workplace Equity

17.10.24 09:50 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
Embrace Authenticity, Drive Workplace Equity

More and more, companies are realizing that diversity and inclusion are the driving forces behind productivity in the workplace. Diversity and inclusion highlight something super important: authenticity

Authenticity is the key to unlocking our true potential and fostering a workplace that cham...

Building an Inclusive AI Workforce

17.10.24 09:43 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
Building an Inclusive AI Workforce

The future of work is upon us, driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and digital transformation. However, this transformation needs to be inclusive and equitable to ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

The skills required for success in the AI age are evolving. Here are some c...

The Now of Work

17.10.24 09:36 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
The Now of Work

Hailey C.

For years, we’ve been talking about the “future” of work and its potential implications, but the future quickly became the present! AI isn’t the future- it’s our reality, and while there are still some unknowns, there are some things we do know!

  1. AI is becoming increasingly integrated into ou...

Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI: A Guide for Stakeholders

17.10.24 09:31 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI: A Guide for Stakeholders

Generative AI is not just another buzzword. It’s a transformative technology that’s reshaping industries and redefining possibilities. A recent article from McKinsey highlights the prompts to guide our companies through this era of change. Here are some key areas to focus on:


1. Understanding the Imp...

Workforce Transformation Alert

17.10.24 09:22 AM By Faryal - Comment(s)
Workforce Transformation Alert

Investments in AI will be massive. Goldman Sachs estimates that by 2025, nearly $200 billion will be invested into AI-related technology globally. With so much investment and focus, we expect several major economic shifts