Meta has dismissed several employees in Los Angeles for misappropriating meal vouchers meant for office meals, using them instead for personal items, such as wine glasses and acne pads. This action is part of a larger series of layoffs and restructuring across Meta's operations, including Instagram and Reality Labs, as the company seeks to align its workforce with strategic goals.
Self-regulation is crucial for productivity and success in the workplace. Key strategies include mindfulness to manage emotions, stress management by breaking tasks into segments, team building to improve emotional intelligence, and establishing a consistent routine. These skills help employees focus better, meet deadlines and handle high-pressure situations effectively.
Eli Lilly and Co. is involved in research to see if the use of obesity medications can help reduce unemployment. A real-world study in the UK aims to find out how using the drugs affects people's diabetes- and obesity-related illness, sick time and employment status.
Workplace safety is crucial, and there are several indicators that can reveal the true state of a company's safety culture. Key warning signs include neglecting safety inspections, employees and not adhering to personal protective equipment protocols, while cluttered work environments and employees' fear of reporting hazards can signify deeper safety issues. Ronnie Freeman, safety director for Mount Pleasant Waterworks, emphasizes the importance of addressing these issues to prevent major injuries and ensure a strong safety culture.
Indiana University basketball player Myles Rice isn't one of those leaders who expects everyone else to do the work, and his teammates know he intends to create the circumstances rather than adjust to someone else's. "It's ... about us dictating how we want to play versus adapting," Rice, who's been compared to Allen Iverson, says. "We want to be the initiator."
" 'Saturday Night Live' hasn't been funny since the 1970s" is a familiar jibe among haters of the show, now in its 50th year. Alec Baldwin hosted 17 times, Steve Martin, 16; who ranks third in hosting totals?
Welcome to Friday Faves! Every Friday, I spotlight books, podcasts, email newsletters, documentaries or other content pieces that I enjoy. I also share suggestions that I get from you. Got a favorite for your peers? Send it to me. I may include it here for a future column.
Happy Friday all! This week’s fave aims to give you a good laugh to cap off your week. A pair of Bay Village, Ohio police officers were called into action recently when they received a report of a giant--and I mean GIANT!--pumpkin had rolled onto a roadway and was stalling traffic. The best part for me was when one of the officers appeared to get “swallowed” by the enormous orange winter squash. Comedy.
But I won’t give away all the details. I’ll let you enjoy it. Have a good giggle and a wonderful weekend!
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