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Slick Science
Oily floors are slippery, costly, and one of the leading causes of workplace injury. Predicting just how slippery they'll be is now a good deal more reliable, thanks to a team of Swanson School of Engineering researchers whose work earned the 2025 Best Paper Award from the ASME Journal of Tribology. The winning paper, “Validation of a Multisca...
Increased UK Harassment Liability from October 2026: Is Your Business Ready?
October 2026 will mark a fundamental shift in UK workplace harassment law, significantly raising the stakes for employers and reinforcing a broader move away from reactive complaint handling towards proactive prevention, governance, and risk management.What is Changing?Key legal developments in October 2026 under the Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) are:
Steelers Fired Assistant Coach Derius Swinton II For 'Workplace Misconduct'
There was a little bit of drama out of the Pittsburgh Steelers OTAs this week as the team fired senior special teams assistant Derius Swinton II.
‘Don’t be yourself’ in the workplace, actually, Columbia professor says. Here’s why authenticity is ‘overrated’
In the ongoing debate around balancing one’s personal and professional lives, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic says “being yourself” isn’t a good enough leadership strategy.
Why a Confusing Job Description Hurts Workers—and Quietly Sabotages Businesses
Not knowing where workplace duties begin and end can lead to long-term issues for workers and their employees.
AI is making the workplace more productive
Workers are increasingly turning to ChatGPT and Claude instead of their colleagues. It's making the workplace more productive — and more isolating.
APD launches citywide de-escalation training for local businesses
Free sessions aim to help employees safely handle tense situations and improve workplace safety
Workplace partners: Rogue Valley medical team targets employee health and recovery
Through occupational health and injured worker care, Valley Immediate Care helps keep southern Oregon on the job When someone is injured on the job, the last thing they – or […]
How integrating tradition and self-care has strengthened public health in the Americas
On 13 May 2026, a regional dialogue for the Americas titled, Innovative Experiences to Strengthen Health and Self-Care through Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine, was hosted by EsSalud, the government agency responsible for social security and health care in Peru.The event brought together representatives from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), WHO collaborating centres, the health sector and academia. It presented regional perspectives from BrBolivia, Brazil, Mexico and Peru to explore how self-care and traditional medicine can strengthen public health, empower communities and support more inclusive models of care. Across all four countries, a clear message emerged: traditional medicine is not being positioned as an alternative to formal systems, but as a way to strengthen them. In the Americas region, the challenge is to consolidate intercultural and holistic care, with the aim of strengthening the healthcare system – making care more preventive, culturally relevant and community-based.Peru: institutionalizing complementary care over 28 years Dr Martha Villar López from EsSalud Peru demonstrated how integration can be institutionalized over time. With nearly three decades of investment, including a research programme dating back to 1998, traditional medicine is now embedded within public health infrastructure. EsSalud’s flagship programme, Reforma de Vida, operating as Prevenir, takes multidisciplinary teams into workplaces to reduce and detect risk factors for chronic noncommunicable diseases. Education cycles are structured around three pillars: celestial nourishment, focused on life purpose and movement; terrestrial nourishment, centred on regional food and healthy diets; and human nourishment, addressing identity, relationships, stress and spirituality. Grounded in Andean cosmovision and the principle of the ayllu, the programme aligns with local cultural values. Since 2007, it has trained over 6600 health leaders, certified more than 3100 health-friendly organizations and built alliances with nearly 11 000 employers.Bolivia: legal recognition and medical pluralism Adelino Pau Carpacheco, an 82-year-old Callawaya healer, described working with more than 220 medicinal plants, supported by deep generational knowledge. Traditional healers and plant medicine are highly respected in the country. Bolivia’s contribution also highlighted the role of policy in enabling integration. Through Law 459, traditional medicine has been formally recognized within a legal framework and led the country to medical pluralism where traditional medicine coexists with biomedicine, and both are now offered free of charge through the public health system. Mexico: preserving Indigenous knowledge and reinventing food culture Mexico presented two complementary approaches focused on knowledge preservation and food systems. In Veracruz, communities partnered with a university to safeguard Totonac traditional medicine through a diploma programme launched in 2019. This collaboration has already produced practical outputs, including manuals and a dictionary, helping to sustain knowledge at risk due to migration and generational change. Alongside this, Dr Hernán García, Directorate of Traditional Medicine and Intercultural Development – Mexico, explained how the Dieta de la Milpa programme addresses Mexico’s dual burden of malnutrition and rising noncommunicable diseases. Rooted in traditional Mayan cultivation systems and ingredients, it promotes healthier diets through community-led, intercultural approaches involving local authorities, Indigenous leaders and cooks. By reconnecting food, culture and health, it offers a practical pathway to prevention. Brazil: community therapy as a public health tool Brazil’s experience centred on Integrative Community Therapy, a methodology developed over 40 years ago by Dr Adalberto Barreto and now used in more than 47 countries. Therapy circles create spaces where participants share experiences and coping strategies, building social support networks at very low cost. Within Brazil’s Unified Health System, the approach has expanded rapidly since its inclusion in national policy in 2017. By 2025, more than five million integrative practice procedures were delivered annually in primary care, with registrations for this therapy increasing by over 500% in eight years. The main challenge now is equity, with access still concentrated in urban areas such as São Paulo. A shared regional direction against a global backdrop Drawing these experiences together, Dr Natalia Aldana of the TCIM Network of the Americas highlighted the shared outcomes of the interventions discussed. Such approaches strengthen healthy behaviours, social networks and community resilience; they are low-cost, adaptable and enable active participation in care, while showing potential to reduce the burden of noncommunicable diseases.The regional momentum mirrors a broader global shift. Dr João Paulo Souz, Director of BIREME (Latin American and Caribbean Center on Health Sciences Information), the specialized center of PAHO/WHO, emphasized that the Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034 promotes a vision centred on people, evidence and integrated use. He noted that health should be understood through the relationships between people, community, nature and spirituality. Self-care interventions as a critical pathway towards universal health coverage Dr Manjulaa Narasimhan, Unit Head for Sexual Health and Well-being across the Life-course at WHO, delivered a presentation titled Advancing Self-Care in Traditional Medicine: Aligning the WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034 with the WHO Self-Care Framework, co-authored by Dr Geetha Krishnan Gopalakrishna Pillai, Unit Head for Research, Data and Innovation at the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre. WHO recommends self-care interventions for every country and economic setting as a critical path to reach universal health coverage – and traditional medicine acts as a bridge for self-care. Dr Narasimhan explained that traditional medicine contributes most effectively to self-care when embedded directly into primary health care, not operating in parallel, siloed systems. This, she stated, “is possibly the only sustainable way to deliver continuity of care that meets the needs, rights and priorities of communities and individuals”. The Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034 is a move towards a more people-centred approach to health care that champions holistic approaches to health equity and patient autonomy.The integration of traditional medicine and self-care requires collaboration across disciplines, clear referral pathways, trained health and care workers, and strong leadership that supports integration. The WHO self-care competency framework defines 10 key competencies for health and care workers to support self-care in their clinical practice, supported by the WHO guideline on self-care interventions for health and well-being. These documents help health-care workers safeguard their own well-being and ensure that care is consistent, safe and grounded in shared standards and values.Together, the discussion through this dialogue points to a fundamental shift in how health systems are designed in the region, and globally, towards models that are more inclusive, culturally-grounded and responsive to the needs of the communities they serve. It is a move towards a system where traditional medicine is respected and responsibly integrated, where self-care provides empowerment and evidence-based care, and where health systems are supportive rather than being distant from these systems.Traditional medicine perspectives from Bolivia, Mexico and Peru - WHO's "Restoring Balance" seriesInnovative Experiences to Strengthen Health and Self-Care through Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine was streamed in Spanish, with Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. Recordings are available through the CABSIN YouTube channel with Portuguese subtitles and on the BVS MTCI Americas YouTube channel with Spanish subtitles. Dr Narasimhan’s session can be watched in English on both channels.
Sargento Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month with National Workplace Recognitions
/PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Sargento is highlighting recent national honors from Newsweek and Forbes that recognize the...
Mental Health Crisis? Why Leaders Must Listen First Before Assuming.
Stop fixing and start listening. Harvard’s Alexis Redding explains how authentic vulnerability and exploring the messy middle can transform your workplace culture.
Why Xi Took Trump Inside Zhongnanhai, China's Most Guarded Political Compound
Zhongnanhai, named after two lakes located within the compound, is not only a workplace but also the residence of China's senior leadership.
Employee misconduct is becoming harder for companies to ignore
Rising workplace misconduct is becoming a growing concern for employers, with new research suggesting the problem may be rooted in shifting attitudes toward ethics and accountability, Inc. writes. A U.K. fraud prevention survey found notable tolerance for behaviors like expense fraud, moonlighting for competitors and even selling company login credentials, while a separate U.S. survey […]
AI transformed Anthropic's workplace, coding 90% of projects, CFO says
Krishna Rao of Anthropic discusses AI's impact on automating white-collar tasks, increasing productivity, and shifting employee roles to management.
Clearwater Recognized with 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation
Cigna Healthcare has selected the city of Clearwater as a recipient of their 2025 Gold level Healthy Workforce Designation for demonstrating a strong commitment to improving the health and vitality of its employees through a workplace well-being program.
Navigating Leave Laws, the ADA, and Mental Health in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know (Video Chat)
May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a timely reminder for employers to take a fresh, thoughtful look at how workplace policies and practices support
Watch live: Trump holds event on maternal healthcare
Watch live coverage as President Donald Trump holds an event on maternal healthcare at the White House. The administration had announced a proposal to expand workplace fertility benefits and insurance coverage.
American Business Awards® Recognize SPS for Redefining the Modern Workplace
SPS North America Inc. has been named Most Innovative Company of the Year (2,500+ employees), receiving Gold-level recognition from the American Business Awards®, one of the nation's premier corporate recognition programs.
Employee shot, killed at Seattle business, police hunt for suspects
A young man is dead after he was shot and killed at his workplace in Seattle's Northgate neighborhood on Saturday.
Blake Dowling: Robots — the future is here!
Humanoid robots move closer to homes, workplaces and everyday American life.
The Invisible Disability: An Employer’s Guide to Mental Health and the ADA
As Mental Health Awareness Month (annually observed each May) draws attention to the prevalence of mental health conditions in the workplace, employers should be reminded that mental health conditions may qualify as disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and, if so, employers have the same reasonable accommodation obligations they would for any physical disability.
The Science of Workplace Behavior
When performance issues look like people problems, they’re often really system problems—and this post shows how to spot the difference before you try to fix the wrong thing.
The OpenAI trial is exposing a brutal truth about workplace texts
Sam Altman and Mira Murati texts, revealed in the Musk v. Altman trial, are a reminder of the risks of putting sensitive info in writing.
Horsford Takes "Congressman on the Job" to the Kitchen, Spotlighting Small Business Crisis
NORTH LAS VEGAS- Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) continued his “Congressman on the Job” series, a district-wide initiative where he steps directly into Nevada workplaces to experience firsthand the challenges facing workers, small businesses, and families across the Fourth District.
Celebrate Employee Health and Fitness this May
Here are eight ways to support your health and celebrate workplace well-being.
Top award for workplace mental health goes to Sanford Health
Sanford Health has been recognized again with the Platinum Bell Seal award for the highest level of commitment to workplace mental health.
SBA Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year: The Schegg Group
The Schegg Group is a human resources consulting firm that provides services including career transition programs, training and development, leadership and management coaching, team building, mediation and workplace problem-solving, and […]
Healthcare cost surge makes generous parental paid leave benefits a target of workplace cuts
As healthcare costs soar and companies search for savings, generous paid parental leave is a benefit being cut, with recent examples from Zoom and Deloitte.
Horsford Works Alongside North Las Vegas Small Business Owner Impacted by Republican Healthcare Cuts
NORTH LAS VEGAS – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) continued his “Congressman on the Job” series, a district-wide initiative where he steps directly into Nevada workplaces to experience firsthand the challenges facing workers, small businesses, and families across the Fourth District.
Viewpoint: A career in science is possible, and worth it
Starting a career in science is exciting, but also demanding, with researchers often faced with intense competition, long working hours and high levels of stress. A pioneer in the field of mass spectrometry, Carol Robinson has been there. She speaks with Science|Business on the importance of creating a supportive environment, particularly for women.Robinson did not wake up one day thinking that she would become a scientist. It was only late in school that she developed an interest in chemistry. “The more you work at something, the more you think, actually, this is fascinating. So, I went much further and deeper than I ever needed to pass the exam. And then I loved it,” she says. “I thought, I’m going to give it my all. I’m going to enjoy it while I’m here. But I didn’t think this would be my career for 50 odd years.”She left school at 16 to become a lab technician with the drug company Pfizer, which is where she first worked with mass spectrometry. Fascinated, she was encouraged to take a part-time degree and then a PhD. She went on to do pioneering work in native mass spectrometry, a technique that is used to study protein structures in their natural state, paving the way for breakthroughs in drug discovery. She also broke new ground by becoming the first female professor of chemistry at the University of Cambridge, and then the first female professor of chemistry at the University of Oxford, her current home.She now wants to show young researchers that a career in science is worth it. “Sometimes, I believe the culture isn’t very encouraging, and that’s something I have worked on,” Robinson says.In 2021, she launched the Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery at Oxford, whose acronym gives a sense of what she hopes it will achieve. “Maybe it is corny,” she says. “It’s just a reminder that I would like it if we could all be kind to each other and supportive, especially for early-career researchers of either gender, because there’s quite a big attrition rate in science, and maybe it just doesn’t feel like a very friendly place to work.”And yet, a career in science comes with a lot of flexibility. “There are few careers where you have that amount of freedom, to go to conferences, to the library. Just because you didn’t see me didn’t mean I wasn’t working,” she says. “And I’m excited to come in every day. So, I don’t want people to think it’s a terrible place.”Gender equality is also important when it comes to the quality of science as a career. “The more women we have, the better it becomes,” Robinson adds.Imposter syndromeAccording to EU data, women outnumber men in university education but account for just about a third of graduates in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem). And while the number of women working as scientists and engineers in the 27-member bloc is on the rise, their representation remains below that of men, at 41%. This discrepancy is even more pronounced in top-tier functions across these fields, where women fill just 20% of positions.Having supervised many young scientists, Robinson sees that women continue to have a greater propensity than men to doubt their abilities, a feeling she once shared. “When I was doing my PhD at the University at Cambridge, I really felt like an imposter,” she says. “I don’t think I ever felt I deserved to be there or owned it and was proud. I just thought I was lucky.” Later on, she adds, “I was always that person who said, I can’t apply yet because my CV is not strong enough.”She has now made it her job to encourage women to break with this imposter syndrome. For example, rather than calling for volunteers to give a lecture in the groups that she mentors or teaches, which nearly always results in men stepping forward, she goes straight to the women, “because I know they won’t push themselves forward.”But the gender gap in science is not just down to imposter syndrome. The “obvious” reason, Robinson says, and the reason that is on everybody’s mind when discussing workplace gender equality, is the balance between work and raising a family. Her own path was to choose between the two, taking an eight-year break after completing a postdoctoral training fellowship to bring up three children. And she continues to advise women not to work part-time while they raise a family. “You’ll just get half the pay and continue to work full-time because you are not able to fit everything in,” she says. “You should be able to have a family and come back to have the career that you want.”The solution is for men to also take career breaks. “That kind of evens it up, so that it’s not such a big thing for women,” Robinson says. “I always encourage men in my groups to do that. I think it’s important to take your share of the duties.”Support produces resultsAccording to the Women in Stem Network, a UK advocacy group, countries with strong childcare systems and equal pay policies retain more women in technical careers. In Europe, these are primarily found in the Nordic region and parts of central Europe.At the EU level, the European Commission asks all Horizon Europe applicant organisations to have a gender action plan in place. Since this criterion was introduced in 2021, the share of women leading consortia has increased to 31%, against 23% in Horizon 2020. Their overall participation, however, has risen just 1%, to 38%. After trying to weaken the requirement for gender action plans in 2025, the Commission now intends to adopt a plan for supporting women in research and innovation.Related articlesCommission scraps plan to water down gender requirements in HorizonHow gender balance can swing who wins Horizon Europe fundingRobinson herself has benefited from three Advanced Grants from the European Research Council. “I was extremely honoured and privileged to get those, because they really allowed me to fuel my passion,” she says. “Without that, it would have been a much harder slog.”Beyond applying gender rules, she says that more work is needed on translational enterprise, where women are, once again, largely underrepresented. The European Patent Office found that only 13.8% of applications were filed by women in 2022. “We have so many more women doing amazing science; why do they feel it’s not a thing to have a company?” she asks.She founded her own spin-out company, OMass Technologies, in 2016, and remains chair of its scientific advisory board now that it trades as OMass Therapeutics. As for research, Robinson is now studying how changes in the brain may be linked to depression, using port-mortem tissue. “We’re hoping to publish soon,” she says. “We had to consult with a lot of people who knew a lot more about the brain than we did. So, we’ve learnt a lot, and that’s always a lot of fun to learn a new thing. That’s what keeps you going.”
Two CSUF Students Compete in Business Ethics Competition
Two Cal State Fullerton students were quarter finalists at the 9th Annual Lockheed Martin Ethics in Engineering Case Competition held on Feb. 23-25, a record for Titan achievement in this annual event that features teams of undergraduate students presenting on ethics in the workplace. The CSUF team, which included accounting junior Clint Cox and computer science […]
Contributor: Politics has come to work, once an apolitical space
Now you don't have to 'talk politics' to highlight a political divide in the workplace. The colors people wear and the cars they drive can be enough to telegraph allegiances.
Office purpose and workplace strategy in Chicago
New research reveals why most workplace strategies fail and how leading organizations are aligning office purpose with business outcomes, employee engagement and long-term growth.
CommonSpirit Health named to ‘Dirty Dozen’ list of employers that put profits over safety
CommonSpirit Health has been named to the “Dirty Dozen 2026” list by the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health (NCOSH). The annual list from NCOSH names 12 companies whose disturbing disregard for safety includes repeated and serious violations of workplace safety laws and a history of ignoring known hazards.
Does your business offer internships? This citywide program will amplify the experience
"The goal is to help them feel more connected – not just to their workplace but to Sioux Falls as a whole." If your business has interns, make sure they're part of this program.
#MeToo-era NDA bans and pay transparency laws may be backfiring
The #MeToo movement ushered in a wave of workplace reforms like NDA bans and pay transparency mandates. They may have made things worse for women.
Daughter of slain business owner to address Watertown City Council on gun violence
Five years after her mother was killed in a workplace shooting, Kennedy Quigg will address the Watertown City Council on Monday about violence prevention and mental health services.
How Business Leaders Can Reduce Workplace Anxiety And Burnout
Yet despite how widespread it is, anxiety remains one of the least understood forces shaping behaviour inside organisations.
Dario Demonstrates Improved Workplace Function and Productivity Outcomes Through Digital Behavioral Health Program: Real-World Study Published in JMIR Formative Research
/PRNewswire/ -- DarioHealth Corp. (NASDAQ: DRIO) (the "Company", "DarioHealth" or "Dario"), a leader in global digital health, today announced the publication...
Dario Demonstrates Improved Workplace Function and Productivity Outcomes Through Digital Behavioral Health Program: Real-World Study Published in JMIR Formative Research
/PRNewswire/ -- DarioHealth Corp. (NASDAQ: DRIO) (the "Company", "DarioHealth" or "Dario"), a leader in global digital health, today announced the publication...
Cleveland’s workplace evolution: Why the old office playbook no longer works
Cleveland companies rethink office strategy to balance cost and employee experience, using flexible space and focusing on cognitive wellness.
St. Joseph Health nurses hold rally to mark start of contract negotiations
Registered nurses at St. Joseph Health in Brazos Valley, Texas, will hold a rally on Wednesday, April 22 as they begin negotiations for their first contract, following their decisive vote to form a union last year. Nurses say safe staffing, workplace safety, and a strong voice for nurses will be their top priorities as they start negotiations.
AHA, others issue joint statement on workplace violence in health care
Ten national health care provider organizations, including the AHA, released a joint statement April 16 in recognition of Workplace Violence Prevention Month.
Why workplaces need a gendered health approach
It is essential to note that gendered health is not only about biological differences.
OpenAI focuses on business users amid competition with rival Anthropic
OpenAI executives say they will introduce a new artificial intelligence model for “high-value professional work” as the company faces heightened competition with rival Anthropic in attracting corporate customers to adopt AI assistants in their workplaces.
Watch Wisconsin business leaders celebrate 2026 Top Workplaces
Business leaders across Wisconsin celebrate the 2026 Top Workplaces and the people behind outstanding work cultures.
Watch business leaders celebrate 2026 Wisconsin Top Workplaces
Business leaders across Wisconsin celebrate the 2026 Top Workplaces and the people behind outstanding work cultures.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI shifts its focus to business users amid Anthropic pressure
OpenAI executives say they will introduce a new artificial intelligence model for “high-value professional work” as the company faces heightened competition with rival Anthropic in attracting corporate customers to adopt AI assistants in their workplaces.
Workplace wellness and health promotion
In recognition of the role this research plays in UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 8, this Collection is open to original research on workplace wellness ...
Former Naughty Dog Dev Recalls Crunch Culture for Games Like The Last of Us and Uncharted
Former Naughty Dog designer Benson Russell has explained how the developer eventually began to believe workplace crunch was necessary to make games like The Last of Us at its "level."
Tips on how to handle politics in the workplace in Iowa
The bottom line: Iowa’s private employers have wide latitude to regulate political activity at work.
ON THE JOB: “What is the Best Business Advice You’ve Ever Received?
Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Sound advice can contribute to your success. We recently asked area business leaders, what was their best advice they’d ever received. Here’s what they said: “The best advice I ever received was from my then –boss, Gerry Church, Fulton plant manager at Miller Brewing Co. He told me that whenever I wanted to discuss a business problem or issue with him, I should also be prepared to offer possible solutions. It’s the difference between being proactive or reactive. It’s also the difference between being a leader or follower. That has served me well in any business relationship I have had since then.” — Stephen Chirello, Owner, Steve Chirello Advertising, Fulton “Someone will always do it for less; they will also take the most effort to service or satisfy and leave you for the next lower price.” — John M. Henry, Owner, Speedway Press, Mitchell Printing, Phoenix Press, Oswego “I’m going to answer this question by turning it around and giving my own advice that is, ‘Always treat every customer as if they were your only customer!’ We are celebrating our 50th anniversary in business this year. We started our business on March 25, 1976. My advice works.”” — Nick Chervinsky, President, Brewerton Pharmacy, Brewerton “’You need to toot your own horn, my grandfather, Howard D. Dice, told me.” — Beth Ann Dice, Women’s active aging and cancer recovery coach, Mission Movement Wellness Studio & Breast Cancer Recovery Studio, Fulton “In the micro enterprise class, they taught, ‘Get a good lawyer, accountant and bank.’ That was over 30 years ago and I still have those three today. I chose good people I could grow with.” — Tony Pauldine, Owner, Anthony M. Pauldine General Contractors Inc., Oswego “From my grandfather; ‘Listen to everyone! You never know where you will get the solution you need.’” — Kevin Dean, Executive director, Oswego County Opportunities, Fulton “‘Preparation is the mother of success.’ My dad always drilled that into my head growing up, and it has helped me avoid a lot of snags in both my personal and professional life. Thanks, Dad!” — Bekkah Frisch, Owner and president, iHeart Holdings, Inc., Fulton “If you don’t take a risk and try, you will never know.” — Justin Taber, Owner, Torbitt’s Service Center, Oswego “Be ready to take a loss.” — Cody Seymour, Manager, Damiano’s Eatery, Mexico “I’ve received so much good business advice over the years. When people are giving you advice, always be curious rather than judgmental. Follow your gut. Doing the right thing is never the wrong thing.” — Dana Decker, Principal owner/broker, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Oswego ’Do it and figure it out later.’ It hasn’t failed me yet. Too many people take time to think about doing this and this and this and then the opportunity is over with. If it’s somewhat reasonable — if it’s not something outrageous — do it and figure it out later.” — Jeremy Allen, Licensed real estate salesperson, Acropolis Realty Group, Syracuse “’Try to meet the needs of the customer. Treat them like you’d like to be treated.’ It’s like the Golden Rule says.” — Douglas Dickson, Physician and associate at CNY Foot Surgery and Podiatry Care, East Syracuse “The best piece of business advice I’ve ever received applies to life in general: always be honest. Never overstate your capabilities and always be willing to ask questions. The more specific you can be in any given topic will always lead to a better outcome.” — Tom Fernandez, President, Woodbine Hospitality, Syracuse “As a business owner, the advice would be ‘Don’t overextend yourself. Especially in agriculture, expect issues to come up.’ If something is going right, it’s not true agriculture. This last season, we scaled very hard to field another crew. We got more drones, crew and generators based on projections. This last season hit the ag community hard with a very wet spring. We did 15,000 to 20,000 acres for fungicide and the same for cover crop seeding in 2024. We scaled to 25,000 to 30,000 for 2025. We ended up doing 2,000 for fungicide and 3,000 for cover crop seeding. That’s why that advice was good.” — Rick Jordan, Operations manager, CNY Drove Services, Clinton “’Keep your head down, mind your own business and do the best for your clients that you can do.’ It has a lot to do with my success in working for Galloway Century 21.” — Ed Fayette, New York state licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Galloway, Oswego “’Expand in all ways, always.’ It just keeps you going and keeps you growing.” — Stephen Baier, Licensed real estate person, The Real Estate Agency & Bouck Commercial, Auburn “The best advice is, ‘Your biggest asset you won’t see on the books because it comes from your employees.’” — David Flickinger, Owner, Edible Arrangements, Syracuse “Don’t take things personally when you’re working with the public.” — Leeann Desimone, Manager, Annie’s Hallmark Shop, Auburn “‘Follow up.’ The customer knows that you care about what you are doing and that their opinion counts. Sometimes they might be on the fence about whether they want to use your company. If they’re asking your opinion on things, they feel you are concerned about what you’re doing. They like to be kept in the loop if they’re spending money with you.” — Dorothy Casper, Saslesperson, SweetWoods Memorials, Phoenix “The best business advice I received is ‘Never be the smartest person in the room. Surround yourself with people who are smarter than you.’ That’s how you learn.” — Debbie Bilello, Owner, Virtual Office Solutions, Central Square “’You need to grow your business but you can’t grow too big too fast.’ That’s what we’ve done at Pinnacle Maintenance. We’ve tried to grow but not too fast. Along those same lines, there’s another good piece of advice, ‘Don’t take on more than you can handle because it only leads to a bad name for your business and a bad experience for your customers.’ It goes along the same lines as growing your business slowly and carefully.” — David Wines, Owner, Pinnacle Maintenance, Central Square “Always be on time and do what you say you are going to do.’ I’ve done very well following that advice. Most of my work is referral and I don’t really do any advertising so I have a pretty good customer base. It’s mostly word-of-mouth from satisfied customers.” — Robert J. Fleming, Owner, Bob Fleming Windows & Doors, Brewerton “’Concentrate on your finances, always pay your taxes, and form a team you can depend on. Try to help the community you’re in as much as you can.’ We do all of these all the time here. We give and give and give to the community and the community gives back to us always.” — Susan Bonnet, Co-owner, Bonnet Sales and Service, Central Square “Keep smiling. It brings a positive attitude to the workplace.” — Karin Lindsley, Vice president, DTS Truck Service, Syracuse “‘Customer service above all.’ Following this advice has served us very well.’ — Guy Fox, Owner, Fox’s Discount Parts, West Monroe “The best thing to do is to make sure you’re taking in more money than you’re spending. I wish I could say I’m a good businessman but I have been in business since 1981. I’m not a bean counter but work well with my hands and its’s served me well all these years and I am still in business.” — Matt McGill, Owner, Matt McGill Collision, Brewerton
Rome Health recognized by Newsweek magazine
Rome Health has been recognized by Newsweek magazine as one of "America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces in Health Care" for 2026, according to hospital officials.
How Political Differences Can Affect Golf Players Concentration on the Links and Beyond
A new study suggests political differences among golfers can affect concentration on the links—and perhaps in the workplace as well.
Five Years Running: The Sports Facilities Companies Named a USA TODAY Top Workplaces National Award Winner
/PRNewswire/ -- The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) has been named a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces National Award winner, earning a place on the prestigious...
America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces in Health Care 2026
Newsweek has partnered with Plant-A Insights Group for America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces in Health Care 2026.
Spring Health Data Reveals a "Silent Burnout" Crisis: Mental Health Leaves Surge as Employees Quietly Disengage
/PRNewswire/ -- Spring Health, the leading global mental health company, today released its 2026 Workplace Mental Health Report. The study, which surveyed more...
Politics of Black hair: why grooming rules are under scrutiny across the diaspora
From schools in Ghana to workplaces in Britain, underpinned by the colonial roots of ‘respectability’, conversations around natural hairstyle persist
A look inside the digital backbone of business
AI and data systems are transforming the modern Midwestern workplace
SGMC Health Named a 2026 Great Workplace for Nursing
SGMC Health has been recognized as a 2026 Great Workplace for Nursing by Nursegrid, the nation’s most widely used app for nurses
Why do men sexually harass women at work? Science offers two explanations – but only one of them holds up
There are two ways to understand sexual harassment in the workplace, but one of them is more scientific than the other.
Nonbinary doctor sues NYC Health and Hospitals for alleged workplace discrimination
A former dermatology resident alleges gender identity discrimination, retaliation and a hostile work environment at a Manhattan hospital.
These Americans are quitting before AI can take their jobs—and starting their own businesses: 'I just wanted to be in control'
Americans are incorporating new businesses in record numbers, as AI sweeps across many U.S. workplaces. That's not a coincidence, some new entrepreneurs say.
Talking about politics at work may support employee well-being, study finds
In an era of nonstop headlines and growing political division, many workplaces still follow a familiar rule of thumb: Don't talk politics at work. New research from Washington State University suggests ...
Why Philadelphia’s workplace protections for menstruation and menopause are necessary
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World TB Day: Scaling workplace healthcare interventions
Four lessons from the End Workplace TB initiative could help other private sector-led campaign coalitions to scale their workplace healthcare programmes.
Funny business: Humor scholars on whether jokes help or hurt at work
Leeds researchers Tony Kong and Peter McGraw agree humor has real workplace benefits, but pulling it off can be tricky.
2026 NAMI-Ipsos Workplace Mental Health Poll
A NAMI-Ipsos poll conducted in January – February 2026 highlights what mental health support American employees are looking for from their companies. This data reflects employee sentiment across industries at companies with at least 100 employees.
Business for Good 2026
Maine companies are increasingly recognizing that success is measured by more than profit alone. Research shows that people value businesses that operate responsibly by protecting the environment, supporting their communities, and fostering workplaces built on shared purpose. Business for Good spotlights the Maine organizations, large and small, that are driving positive change through community involvement, responsible growth, and purpose-driven leadership.
FMOL Health earns global workplace honors from Gallup
Baton Rouge-based FMOL Health has been recognized among the world’s top workplaces by Gallup, earning honors for both employee engagement and strengths-based workplace culture. The health system was among 78 organizations worldwide to receive the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes companies that foster high-performing cultures and invest in employee development. New Orleans-based Ochsner […]
Reimagining The Graduate Business Curriculum In A World Where AI Is Ubiquitous
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral tool across industries, transforming how businesses operate and make decisions. “For business schools, equip...
Modern, busy offices can be lonely places, Portland State University analysis shows
While someone’s personality traits might increase the likelihood of workplace loneliness, research finds the work environment can also play a significant role.
Amazon Bets on Health Care AI With Tools for Patients, Doctors
Amazon.com Inc.’s cloud unit is launching AI tools for medical practices, the company’s latest effort to broaden the reach of its cloud-computing business into workplace applications.
How one small business is making tourniquets easier to use
AutoTQ, an automatic tourniquet, helps bystanders stop bleeding fast. Golden Hour Medical is scaling trauma care through workplace safety adoption.
Resuscitation science, training and technology leaders launch new self-guided resuscitation learning model nationwide
DALLAS, March 4, 2026 — Millions of people in health care, workplace safety and emergency response roles globally are required to complete credentialed resuscitation training on a recurring basis, often while balancing demanding schedules and limited...
How should HR handle politics in the workplace?
When an employee’s political expression interferes with business operations, HR must know how to proceed, writes David Urban, senior counsel at Liebert Cassidy Whitmore.
Workplace violence rising in health care as hospital shooting renews security concerns
While shootings inside hospitals remain extremely rare, violence in health care settings more broadly is a growing national concern.A patient and a visitor are
The Insightful Leader Live: Can Business Negotiation Strategies Work with Friends and Family?
Negotiation skills are essential for your career, whether in asking for a raise or brokering a deal. But they’re not just useful in the workplace. Effective negotiation strategies can also be applied ...
“Not normal”: Laura Coates reacts to the Trump banner hung at her old workplace, Main Justice
St. Joseph Health nurses rally for safer work conditions ahead of contract negotiations
Union members gather outside Bryan hospital to voice concerns about patient safety and workplace conditions
Microsoft Copilot read confidential emails without permission
Microsoft deployed a fix for the bug, which shows the hazards of using AI in the workplace.
St. Joseph Health nurses to hold rally for patient safety
RNs from St. Joseph Health in Brazos Valley, Texas, will hold a rally on Thursday, Feb. 19, as they prepare for upcoming negotiations for their first contract since forming a union last December. Nurses say safe staffing, workplace safety, and a strong voice for bedside nurses will be their top priorities as they start negotiations.
Alumni Give Business Schools High Marks
Business school graduates around the world continue to see clear value in their degrees, but many say programs must adapt more quickly to changing workplace demands, according to a new global alumni s...
How — and why — to keep politics out of the office
Never assume that your work colleague shares your opinions on politics, our guest columnist writes along with seven golden rules for keeping the workplace conflict-free.
Stop the burning process: What Erlanger health experts advise on treatment plans
Every year, thousands of workers are injured by burns on the job—often in environments where hazards are known, routine, and avoidable with the right precaution
Office buzz: UK employers turn to beehives to boost workplace wellbeing
Providers report rise in demand as companies seek mental health benefits and increased sense of community
Two Columbia businesses honored for creating inclusive workplaces for people with disabilities
The two Columbia businesses were honored by Boone County Family Services for creating inclusive workplaces for people with disabilities.
Cone Health Among America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women
This is the second consecutive year that Cone Health made the prestigious list.
Relay Resources Adds Vice Presidents of Employee Experience, Business Transformation
PORTLAND, Ore., February 04, 2026--Relay Resources, the Pacific Northwest’s leading social enterprise nonprofit committed to advancing disability inclusion in the workplace, has added two senior leaders to its executive team: Oscar Rico-Cazares was named Vice President, Employee Experience and Talent Management, while Paulien van Uden was promoted to Vice President of Business Transformation.
More KC businesses train workers on ICE protocols
Kansas City business owners are prepping staff for rising ICE activity in workplaces.
Dispatch Is Censored on Nintendo Switch Due to Platform 'Content Criteria', Developer Says
Dispatch, the superhero workplace comedy made by Telltale veterans at AdHoc Studio, is out now on Nintendo Switch. But a number of excited new and returning players aren't super happy about the release, as it turns out the game has been pretty aggressively censored on the system.
Faith leaders form 'human wall' at Westbrook business to help protect workers from ICE
A local business in Westbrook says it's facing a challenge it has never seen before: workplace fear.
What to do if ICE shows up at your workplace
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has gone to many workplaces over the past year, both at high-profile companies like Target and Hyundai as well as businesses that don’t grab headlines.
Anthropic embeds Slack, Figma and Asana inside Claude, turning AI chat into a workplace command center
Anthropic is turning Claude into an interactive enterprise workspace by embedding business apps like Slack, Asana, Figma, and Amplitude—powered by its open Model Context Protocol (MCP)—so teams can create projects, send messages, and analyze data without switching tabs.
Anthropic launches interactive Claude apps, including Slack and other workplace tools
Claude users will now be able to call up interactive apps inside the chatbot interface, with Cowork integration coming soon.
City Earns Family Friendly Business Award
The City was recognized as a Platinum Level leader for implementing family friendly policies in the workplace
City Earns Family Friendly Business Award
The City was recognized as a Platinum Level leader for implementing family friendly policies in the workplace.
‘Never seen anything like this’: ICE delving deep into Minnesota workplaces
Immigration lawyers say ICE is focusing on smaller employers in workplace enforcement under President Donald Trump’s second term.
The HR compliance checklist every cannabis business needs in 2026
State and federal labor and workplace safety rules can be complex - even more so for a cannabis business. Here's what you need to know in 2026.