OpenAI, the company that created ChatGPT, has agreed to bring back Sam Altman as chief executive officer, just days after the company's board of directors abruptly fired him. The company has also reorganized the board, making Bret Taylor, formerly co-CEO of Salesforce, its new chair. Full Story: Reuters (11/22)
Infuse AI and HI (Human Intelligence) at Work Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the next wave of technological advancement that will change the course of human events. However, AI is inseparable from human intelligence (HI). SHRM is uniting these potent elements in our upcoming event, The AI+HI Project this March. Learn More.
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Recruiting & Retention
Survey finds working from home is top consideration The ability to work remotely tops the list of features that matter most to people in a job, narrowly surpassing salary, according to results of a survey by Flexjobs. Sixty-three percent of respondents said remote work was their most important consideration, two-thirds said they would be open to a pay cut in order to work from home, and more than half said they know someone who has left a job or plans to quit over employers' return-to-office mandates. Full Story: Employee Benefit News (free registration) (11/20)
Survey: People think more money will make them happier Individuals with a median annual salary of $65,000 said they would be happy and less stressed with a median of $95,000, according to a survey by financial services firm Empower. Higher earners, with median compensation of $250,000, said a median of $350,000 would make them happy. Research suggests income does contribute to mood and life satisfaction, and 70% of respondents to the Empower survey agreed at least somewhat that access to more money would address most of their problems. Full Story: The Wall Street Journal (11/19)
As industries evolve, educational institutions in North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota are collaborating with employers like DigiKey and General Equipment & Supplies to align training programs with industry needs. Technological advancements, such as virtual reality career exploration platforms like CareerViewXR, are transforming the way students envision and pursue fulfilling careers in fields ranging from electronics to heavy equipment maintenance. Full Story: Grand Forks Herald (N.D.) (tiered subscription model) (11/20)
Looking toward the next achievement in business won't get you there because "you only rise as a leader by doing the job you have now, doing it well and doing it well in the context of the whole," leadership consultant Larry Robertson writes. Robertson explains why Tom Hanks failed at first during the filming of "Splash" by comparing himself to two other actors and how director Ron Howard gave him the advice he needed to succeed in his own right. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (11/21)
Workplace Chatter
Gratitude, generosity are key to a fulfilling life The importance of gratitude and generosity is highlighted as key mindsets for a fulfilling life, particularly in challenging times, writes author Regie Routman. In this article, Routman writes that personal anecdotes, including a heartwarming Thanksgiving tale, emphasize the role of these values in creating a positive classroom environment and fostering meaningful traditions that bring joy and healing. Full Story: MiddleWeb (11/19)
Editor's Note
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SmartBreak: Question of the Day
The USDA estimates that Americans will eat how many turkeys on Thanksgiving Day?
I was schooled in the art of gratitude. Mom did not play games with this. “You children are not spending that money or playing with those gifts until you call your grandmother and say thank you,” she said, plucking the letter or box out of our hands. As soon as we could write, Mom had us penning thank you notes. And not generic “Thank you for my birthday present” or “Thank you for the money” notes. Not Mom. “You need to think about the gift,” she said, standing over us. “What are you going to spend the money on? Why do you like what Grandma sent?” Now, of course, I see the value of the exercise and appreciate Mom and Dad imparting this practice in us. Gratitude matters. It changes your character, your perspective, even your personality. People who operate from a heart of thankfulness are kind, friendly, generous, gracious, humble and happy. And it’s with that in mind that I included the story by author and educator Regie Routman in today’s Workplace Chatter section. In it, Routman shares sweet memories of friends, family and Thanksgiving traditions (and her famous cranberry sauce recipe). I loved the anecdote about her dachshund Toby who ate the family’s turkey the day before Thanksgiving and what her wonderful neighbor did to help out. Priceless! I am so grateful for you all. Your notes, your kindness, your loyalty matter deeply to me. Please know that when I gather with friends and family tomorrow that I will be thinking of my wonderful readers and praying that you are enjoying your day as well. Aloha, Kanoe How can I serve you better with this brief? Let me know! And if you enjoy it, tell others so they can benefit also.
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