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How to foster creativity with relaxation, distraction | Take ownership, then act to repair a burned bridge | Face the tech skills shortage with a blend of strategies

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July 20, 2023

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How to foster creativity with relaxation, distraction

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Though it may seem counterintuitive, intense focus does not result in increased creativity or inspiration, writes Katina Bajaj, cofounder and chief wellbeing officer of Daydreamers. Instead, engaging in "active downtime" like daydreaming or going for a walk can help relax the brain enough so that it can make connections and generate new ideas, Bajaj writes. Full Story: Fast Company (tiered subscription model) (7/18)

Take ownership, then act to repair a burned bridge If something you have said or done has damaged a relationship, you can repair the bridge you burned by taking ownership of your mistake, sincerely apologizing without being defensive then taking action to make amends, writes Skip Prichard. "Remember that rebuilding a burned bridge isn't just about repairing a relationship -- it's about personal growth, learning from past mistakes, and becoming a better person," Prichard writes. Full Story: Skip Prichard Leadership Insights (7/19)

Face the tech skills shortage with a blend of strategies Author and futurist Bernard Marr offers three ways organizations can meet the skills shortage head-on: attract the right talent, train existing employees and retain skilled workers with benefits and flexibility. "Hire for culture fit and potential, not just skills — because when someone is a great fit for your organization, even if they aren't a perfect skills match, they're more likely to stay longer and be happier in the company," Marr writes. Full Story: Forbes (tiered subscription model) (7/17)

Making the Connection

Why employee recognition should be genuine Authentic employee recognition that is selective and specific and includes a tangible reward inspires people's confidence, makes them feel like they're respected, and affirms their value and progress, write Gallup's Ellyn Maese and Camille Lloyd. "When employees receive recognition in a way that is authentic, it validates that their organization's culture, systems, processes and people are trustworthy and fair," they write. Full Story: Gallup (7/18)

The Landscape

TSMC delays Ariz. plant, cites lack of skilled workers Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is shifting some workers from Taiwan to its planned facility in Arizona, which will now open in 2025 instead of 2024 due to a lack of highly skilled chip workers in the US. Peter Wennink, chief executive officer of chip equipment maker ASML, warns that while governments such as Germany and the US want to ramp up semiconductor production, the countries are decades behind some Asian countries in cultivating a workforce. Full Story: BNN Bloomberg (Canada) (7/20)

Target adjusts dress code amid extreme heat

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Target has adjusted its dress code to allow shorts for most employees in response to the fact that people in more areas of the country are dealing with extreme heat. The policy replaces a rule that allowed only staffers who work outside to wear shorts, and the retailer said its other policies for helping employees cope with high temperatures include frequent breaks for rest and hydration. Full Story: CNN (7/18)

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The Water Cooler

A tale of 2 agave spirits: How tequila, mezcal differ

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This deep dive into the differences between tequila and mezcal pretty much takes you to the bottom of the bottle! Both tequila and mezcal are made by distilling fermented agave using either traditional or industrial cooking methods, but they differ in geographic origin and agave source. Only one type of agave can be used to make tequila -- Tequilana Blue Weber, or Weber Azul -- and the fermented sugars of mezcal must come entirely from agave. Full Story: InsideHook (7/19)

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