Work-life balance stories - Page 1
Australians express mixed feelings on AI in workplaces
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data privacy
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ai
A recent EY report reveals mixed feelings among Australians about AI in the workplace, with 52% supporting automation but concerns over job security widespread.
Aussie small business owners face mental health crisis
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cybersecurity
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mental health
A new report reveals that 69% of Australian small business owners face inadequate mental health support, prompting urgent calls for better resources.
Dayforce report reveals culture challenges in Australia
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mental health
Dayforce's latest report reveals Australian workers face significant culture challenges, with 75% considering company culture in job acceptance.
High unused leave adds pressure on Aussie workers, firms
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productivity
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millennials
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generation z
Recent data shows rising unused leave among Aussie workers, raising concerns for employee well-being and productivity, with over 13 million hours accrued.
Threat actors increasingly strike out of hours, forcing a rethink on cybersecurity
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New research reveals that 45% of cyber threats occur outside business hours, prompting a critical rethink in cybersecurity strategies, particularly in Australia.
CEOs prioritise tech investments to boost hybrid working
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genai
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ai
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cloud services
A recent survey reveals that 95% of CEOs have invested in technology to improve hybrid working, with ongoing plans to enhance employee experiences.
Burnout rises to 61% in NZ as financial stress impacts workers
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mental health
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gen z
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work-life balance
A new report reveals that 61% of New Zealand employees experience burnout, with financial stress and the rising cost of living cited as key contributors.
Chaos, trust issues and AI gaps impact employee wellbeing in AU
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hcm
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productivity
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leadership
A new Qualtrics report reveals that workplace chaos and trust issues are diminishing employee wellbeing in Australia, with only 39% of young workers planning to stay long-term.
New Zealand workplaces face challenges in employee trust
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cleantech
Qualtrics' latest Employee Experience Trends report reveals that New Zealand workers are struggling with chaotic work environments and low leadership trust.
Baseline flexibility won’t futureproof tech businesses from fierce competition for talent
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flexible work
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workforce management
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talent attraction
Amidst a surge in demand for flexible work, 58% of Australian tech companies are losing talent to rivals offering better options, raising competitiveness concerns.
AI use rises among Australian workers, enhances work-life balance
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it training
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hp
HP's Work Relationship Index finds only 27% of Australian workers have a healthy work relationship. AI usage has more than doubled, yet training gaps and job security fears persist.
Australian execs brace for impact from right to disconnect law
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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data privacy
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ai
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skills gap
Most Australian executives foresee the new 'right to disconnect' legislation, impacting their operations significantly, while few believe it will improve work-life balance.
Over a third of UK workers engage in 'pretend productivity'
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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productivity
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slack
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work-life balance
A Workhuman survey reveals 36% of UK employees are faking productivity due to an always-on culture, highlighting the need for better work-life balance.
Women in Cyber: Jill Macmurchy talks resilience and diversity
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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data analytics
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ai
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cybersecurity
Jill Macmurchy, APAC Chief Customer Officer at Commvault, champions resilience, diversity, and leadership in IT, emphasising mentorship and work-life balance ahead of International Women in Cyber Day.
International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field
Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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spark
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work-life balance
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gender equality
Despite progress, women in cybersecurity still face significant challenges. This International Women in Cyber Day, we explore why the industry needs them more than ever.
Splend named one of Australia's Best Places to Work for 2024
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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cartech
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supply chain & logistics
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evs
Splend, Australia’s largest electric vehicle fleet operator, is named among the Best Places to Work for 2024, emphasising employee satisfaction and sustainability.
The Right to Disconnect: balancing work-life in Australia
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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work-life balance
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burnout
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siteminder
Australia's Right to Disconnect bill comes into effect, aiming to protect work-life balance by allowing employees to disengage from work communications outside official hours.
Report reveals childcare costs & work pressures for Aussie parents
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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productivity
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report
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work-life balance
A new report by Remote reveals that high childcare costs and limited workplace flexibility are forcing many parents to consider quitting their jobs.
Australian businesses face new 'Right to Disconnect' laws
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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productivity
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workforce management
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work-life balance
New Federal Right to Disconnect laws launch on 26 August, curbing after-hours contact. nimbus reveals how businesses can leverage the law for productivity gains.
GoDaddy launches GoDaddy Airo AI tool for Australian SMBs
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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genai
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ai
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software development
GoDaddy launches GoDaddy Airo, a generative AI tool for Australian entrepreneurs, aiming to save them 27 hours a month and AUD $7,800 yearly by streamlining online business tasks.