Weekly Rundown - Do Open Offices Really Foster Collaboration?

DO OPEN OFFICES REALLY FOSTER COLLABORATION?

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FORTUNE

When it comes to open office design, the results are still inconclusive. Some studies have found that open offices make employees happier due to more interactions with colleagues. Others have found the complete opposite - that employees in cubicles socialise better. So, for now, the optimal choice may be to try both designs and figure out what works best for your organisation. Read more...

 

WANT TO TRANSFORM DIGITALLY? START WITH CULTURE...

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FORBES

It's unsurprising that digital transformation is a hot topic amongst business leaders. It makes perfect sense to leverage the benefits of new technology, including increased efficiency and connectivity. But many companies don't realise that they need to create a digital culture to match their innovative tech investments. According to Forbes, the first step is to define what digital transformation means for your company's culture, specifically. Read more...

 

FIND OUT WHAT 15 YEARS AT APPLE TAUGHT THIS ENGINEER 

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ENTREPRENEUR

A career at one of the big four tech companies is often the best experience to learn creative ideation from the ground up. Ken Kocienda worked as a programmer and product designer at Apple for 15 years, and it taught him a lot about building innovation from scratch. Good design requires an empathetic mind, plus the ability to iterate fast and frequently. Discover tips here: Read more...

 

HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR LINKEDIN PROFILE FOR BUSINESS NETWORKING

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FORBES

Think LinkedIn is just an online CV? Think again. It's a very useful tool for expanding your business network, with real life results. But how should professionals contact others without seeming desperate to find new clients? A key tip is to conduct research first. This will you ensure you approach the most suitable connections with the right calls-to-action. Read more...

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