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Compulsive overwork causes profound and long-term damage. Plus, Office Therapy returns
As a flexible model becomes more normal, managers and employees are judging how to make the most of it
Despite increased government incentives, female employees are reluctant to have babies due to a lack of support at work and at home
Deploying kindness at work gets a bad rap but it can be an effective tactic (and it’s not the same as being nice)
Some workplaces are encouraging staff to write personal user guides to help them get along with colleagues
How better understanding of why we feel ‘down’ can help us flourish, plus the Office Therapy advice column
Employers report positive effects of shorter hours but say productivity must be maintained
Corporate morality, the magic of dishabituating and tackling the tyranny of being constantly on the clock
Events such as Hyrox are gaining popularity with young CEOs keen to craft a cleaner image
Some major companies are tightening rules about where employees work
Bosses who insist on a return to the office are demonised — but turning up is better for your career
Employers lose almost 50 days of work per employee, according to latest Britain’s Healthiest Workplace survey
Rise in proportion of women working full-time fails to fully offset decline
Also in this week’s newsletter, productivity tips from the Working It podcast and a round-up of the top stories from the world of work
Timing messages can aid flexible work but mask long hours
Author of ‘Four Thousand Weeks’ says the first step is to realise you can’t do everything
Channelling your mental resources can improve wellbeing and productivity
Cheap, remote and beautiful city attracts thousands of young people and Gen X-ers escaping economic treadmill
Commonsense managerial concern for overburdened staff is the best remedy
Bosses of M&S, BA, Pioneer and others reveal their festive plans and traditions
Faithful workers are inclined to invest more time and effort in their jobs. But it’s not all rosy
Some high-achieving female workers still drink to prove themselves, but those going sober have found benefits
This week: possessive bosses, overpaid colleagues and working from abroad
Experts say step one is to manage your sense of fear. Here’s how.
Part-time work option and hybrid model assist in supporting female participation in labour market
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