Execs, managers fake productivity too, survey suggests | Nearly half of US hotel managers dealing with burnout | Labor shortage eased by workers without high school diplomas
A Workhuman survey in the US, Ireland and UK suggests 38% of executives and 37% of managers fake productivity as they seek a better work-life balance, struggle with burnout and aim to appease others. "Managers especially are in the position to promote a workplace culture that allows employees to be human and say when they're struggling -- not turn to performative productivity," says Meisha-ann Martin, senior director of people analytics and research at Workhuman, which found 67% of non-managers deny faking productivity -- a practice known as "fauxductivity."
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Close to 50% of front-line managers at US hotels said they are experiencing burnout, and 68% said other staffers are also dealing with burnout, according to an Axonify report, with the condition being caused by understaffing, elevated stress levels, long hours and guest volatility. Additionally, 54% of managers said their employer provides insufficient training for mental health issues and well-being, and more than one-third report that they often face work situations for which they are unprepared.
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A Washington Post review of records regarding the 14(c) program -- under which people with disabilities can be paid less than the federal minimum wage -- found that at least 38% of participating employers have run afoul of compensation and other rules, with workers underpaid by millions of dollars. The analysis also found that many workers never exit the program. The Labor Department is working on a rule that could crack down on 14(c) compliance and possibly even wind down the program.
As the federal minimum wage lags, skilled trades and advanced manufacturing are promising alternatives to traditional four-year degrees. These sectors offer career advancement and relevance in a rapidly evolving job market driven by innovations such as 3D printing and AI.
While some hiring managers see job hopping as a sign of instability, the practice can also be a way to secure better pay and job satisfaction, especially among younger workers. Common reasons for job hopping include financial challenges, value mismatches, lack of flexibility and the desire for freedom of expression, but there are positives answers that can be used in the interview process.
The front grilles on the new electric BMW and Lexus cars remind this editor of the Edsel, which many critics of the day called a failure, or maybe the Edsel's grille design was ahead of its time. Which manufacturer built it?
My cousins visited this past weekend to help me with some remodeling projects. Sommer and Anuhea worked in my bedroom and Kahiwa worked in my kitchen. I bounced between the two groups, looking for ways to help. The girls booted me out of my room, wanting to surprise me. I went back to the kitchen where Kahiwa was preparing to remove the drop ceiling. I smiled at him. He chuckled and waved me over.
“Alright,” he said, from atop the step stool he was on. “Hold that piece over there while I remove these screws. Then we’ll take this down.”
I helped remove the drop ceiling, but the rest of the work fell to Kahiwa. I couldn’t do it, so I stood back, out of his way, and cleared away trash and debris as he worked.
I’ve always envied Kahiwa’s practical skill set. He’s a farmer -- he raises avocados and lemons -- but can also build and fix just about anything. His father worked in construction, building homes in Hawaii, and passed the skills on to his son and daughter. They’re both good with tools and home maintenance.
Today’s Path to Workforce opinion story from The Hill looks at the benefits of skill trades. Opinion contributor Darnell Epps tells how became a certified machinist, through a vocational school, while earning his law degree at Yale.
“The skilled trades and advanced manufacturing industries are not vestiges of the past -- they are thriving sectors offering stability, growth and a pathway to the middle class. By investing in education and vocational training that aligns with these opportunities, we can empower millions of Americans to secure meaningful careers that offer lifelong learning and advancement,” Epps writes.
Trade skills have enormous value and they’re making a big comeback, particularly as AI continues to evolve the knowledge economy. I expect we may even see more knowledge workers adding value to their resume by investing in skills training.
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