https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220921-how-going-above-and-beyond-at-work-became-required
How very true! “Meets expectations” performance would net you a 3% raise (a net-pay cut vs inflation). Going “above and beyond” might get you 4-5%. Still a net pay cut.
Sad that this was from an employer that was always talking about and promoting employee health, well-being, and work-life balance.
https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220915-how-adaptability-helps-you-bounce-forwards-at-work
Adaptability rules. Try it – you’ll like it!
https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220914-gender-fluidity-the-ever-shifting-shape-of-identity
Just in case you’re wondering, real writing pays attention to reality. And no one’s 100% man or 100% woman.
Gender balance in science is key to innovation: Northwestern
https://www.fastcompany.com/90783279/northwestern-study-gender-diversity-science-innovation
While this is primarily for former co-workers…has the publishing industry updated its myths about the mental health of writers and other creative people?
Fascinating!
The untold history of black bourbon – BBC Travel
https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20220824-the-untold-history-of-black-bourbon
Reminds me of how women were the beer brewers for thousands of years, until greedy men figured out how to make money from it – and took brewing away from women.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90782288/these-are-the-most-in-demand-jobs-right-now
Something to think about, whether you’re looking to hire, or looking for a better job.
Content creator’s on the list, too.
How to tell a great story to motivate others
https://www.fastcompany.com/90780223/how-to-tell-a-compelling-story-to-motivate-others
Dancing Treefrog 