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The inner turmoil that led to Basecamp's ban of "societal and political discussions" at work, among other workplace policy announcements, can be dated back to a list of customer names originally updated and shared as office fun but that later prompted discussions around racism and diversity, Casey Newton writes. The company's response to shut down employee discussion is bewildering to some workers interviewed for this article, especially in light of the proclivity of its leaders for speaking out on political and societal issues, Newton writes.
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LinkedIn has revealed its annual list of the top 25 companies to work for in the US, determined by advancement opportunities, gender diversity, stability and other factors. Amazon came in first, thanks to its growth and training opportunities, and big banks, tech giants and insurers also made the list.
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HR leaders will have to make sure remote and in-office workers receive the same level of resources and opportunities in hybrid setups, writes Insperity executive Sarah Grimstead. "Performance indicators, evaluations and reviews are examples of policies that may hold implicit bias towards in-person workers, giving them an unfair advantage," Grimstead writes.
M&T Bank has unveiled its $58 million Buffalo Tech Hub, which is expected to create more than 1,000 jobs and fuel startup growth in the region. The workspace includes a Tech Academy aimed at attracting community members that have "historically been underrepresented in tech careers."
Make time for mindfulness and relaxation by offering movement or breathing exercises during meetings, dedicated quiet time or reflective moments that focus on choices made, Susan Fowler writes. Virtual meetings remain an opportunity to connect in new ways, whether through humor, inspirational quotes or a few minutes for people to share their thoughts.
There are two sides to every story. And today we give you the other side of the Basecamp “no more politics and social talk at work” story. (Miss the first part? Here it is.) This follow-up adds some interesting texture to the discussion.
And because you all enjoy meaty, thought-provoking smart reads, we also bring you today a fascinating look at office culture through the lens of the New York City workplace -- going back 150 years. Mark Harris’ recollection of his days doing capsule movie reviews in a cramped office over an Indian restaurant was fascinating. So was writer Anne Beatts’ anecdotes from her time working with Danny Akroyd, John Belushi and Gilda Radner on "Saturday Night Live."
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