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Good morning leaders! ☀️ *From Fortune: Amazon boss has a brutal response to staffers who don’t like 5-day RTO mandate: Leave* Amazon is doubling down on its controversial return-to-office (RTO) policy, mandating that employees work in the office five days a week starting January 2025. This decision has sparked significant backlash among staff, with CEO Matt Garman bluntly stating that those unhappy with the new policy are free to leave. What you need to know: - Amazon is enforcing a five-day return-to-office (RTO) mandate starting January 2025, with CEO Matt Garman stating that employees unhappy with this policy are welcome to leave. - The decision follows previous employee petitions against the RTO, and many staff express frustration over the impact on work-life balance and commuting. - Garman believes that in-person collaboration is essential for innovation, claiming that remote work hampers team productivity and learning. - Amazon’s culture is deeply tied to its leadership principles, which Garman argues cannot be fully understood without in-person experience. - Employees considering leaving Amazon face challenges due to layoffs in other tech companies that are adopting flexible work arrangements, such as Meta and Microsoft. https://lnkd.in/eS6VQB-9 #MorningPEACE

Good morning leaders! ☀️ *From LinkedIn: You Don’t Need to Abandon Jobs to Become a Skills-Based Organization* A lot of the talk about becoming a skills-based organization (SBO) has focused on phasing out the idea of a ‘job’ as we know it. According to many experts, workers of the future will be assigned to work solely based on their skills rather than exist in permanent job roles. You may have even seen dire proclamations about ‘the death of jobs’. But as Mark Twain once said, “The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated. What we need to know: - Emphasizing skills doesn’t require eliminating traditional job roles; both can coexist. - The move to jobless work often stems from consulting firms but may not apply universally across all industries. - Many employees find satisfaction and identity in their job roles and long-term professional relationships. - Focus on simplifying job titles and enhancing job descriptions to emphasize skills and mobility. - Rethinking ‘full-time jobs’ allows employees to build new skills while still fulfilling core responsibilities. https://lnkd.in/gd2rminS #MorningPEACE

Good morning leaders! ☀️ From LinkedIn: Not Sure How to Get Started with GAI? Try This One Simple Tip AI is a hot topic, with some hailing it as the future of talent acquisition while others see it as problematic. The truth lies somewhere in between, so embracing AI while maintaining caution and upskilling is key. What you need to know: - AI is changing how we hire and recruit, but many recruiters are still hesitant to adopt it. - A simple approach to get started is to “talk to your AI” like an assistant for basic tasks (e.g., crafting interview questions). - Overwhelming recruiters with too much information can cause fear and resistance. - Using voice control and intuitive tools like ChatGPT can make AI adoption easier. - Embracing AI can help recruiters level up, just as adopting Excel transformed bookkeeping in the '90s. https://lnkd.in/eWqNxHtc #MorningPEACE

PEACE HR Goes to Singapore 28-30 November 2024. What are our activities during Singapore trip? 1. Visit the office of the largest professional platform in the world 😊 2. Visit the best university 3. Learning from one of successful coffee business. 4. PEACE HR Gathering and Networking event.. Keen to join us? Please register yourself here: s.id/PEACEHRgoSG Seats are limited to 40 participants! Best regards, PEACE HR

Good morning leaders! ☀️ From Inc: It’s Official: How to Be a Servant Leader Comes Down to 6 Behaviors, Says Research Servant Leadership focuses on putting people first to create thriving, high-performance cultures. Grounded in the research of Dr. Jim Laub, this leadership approach simplifies to six behaviors that foster engagement, innovation, and productivity by emphasizing authentic relationships and personal growth. What we must know and do: - Servant leaders maintain integrity, welcome feedback, and lead with both mind and heart. - They champion continuous learning and development, encouraging growth for both themselves and their teams. - They foster collaboration and a sense of belonging, creating an environment where fear is replaced with creativity. - Servant leaders share power and promote leadership at every level, allowing others to take initiative. https://lnkd.in/eMZqWp4N #MorningPEACE

Good morning leaders! ☀️ From Fortune: Spotify’s HR chief says remote staff aren’t ‘children’ as company reaffirms work-from-anywhere policy Amid widespread return-to-office mandates, Spotify continues to embrace flexible work. The company’s decision to maintain its popular “work from anywhere” policy is aimed at fostering employee freedom, despite the challenges of remote collaboration. Spotify’s approach has positively impacted employee retention and talent diversity. What we must know: - Spotify maintains its “work from anywhere” policy, unlike other tech giants enforcing return-to-office mandates. - The company’s flexible work model has contributed to a 15% reduction in attrition rates compared to pre-pandemic levels. - Innovative strategies, such as “listening lounge” sessions, encourage staff to visit the office. - Despite challenges, Spotify is committed to remote work, focusing on employee autonomy over trends. https://lnkd.in/gEc39RRF #MorningPEACE

Good morning leaders! ☀️ From Fortune: Most employees wish they were more appreciated at work, and it’s hurting employee engagement Most employees wish they were more appreciated at work, and it’s affecting engagement. A recent report reveals that 75% of workers desire more recognition, with significant gaps in appreciation based on gender, work environment, and generational factors. The lack of acknowledgment is impacting motivation, confidence, and productivity. Key Points: - 56% of employees feel appreciated at work, while 44% feel unacknowledged or neutral. - 63% of men feel appreciated compared to only 51% of women. - Flexible work impacts appreciation: 50% of on-site workers feel valued, compared to 35% hybrid and 15% remote. - Consistent, genuine recognition can boost engagement and productivity. https://lnkd.in/eSgQwD3p #MorningPEACE

Good morning leaders ☀️ From LinkedIn: Success without stress Managing a team in a high-pressure environment often comes with significant stress and overwhelm. However, it is possible to be successful in such a role without burning out, writes Heather Elkington, a management trainer and TedX speaker. Sharing her experience of managing five teams at a huge company at the age of 26, she says setting the following clear boundaries allowed her to achieve significant results and a healthy work-life balance: Time boundaries, such as not working during lunch or holidays. Energy boundaries, like avoiding workplace drama. Friendship boundaries, including not sharing sensitive information. And, pace boundaries, such as keeping notifications off and limiting email usage. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/g-aWW-SX #MorningPEACE

Good morning leaders ☀️ From Forbes: 6 Elements Of An AI Learning Program For Employee Development As industries embrace AI, creating an AI learning strategy is becoming essential. Despite the evident benefits, many organizations are slow to integrate AI education into their employee development strategies. A recent survey revealed that over half of workers have yet to receive AI training or guidelines. To stay competitive and ensure employees can navigate AI effectively, organizations should consider the following elements for a successful AI learning program. What we must do: - Start by addressing employee concerns about AI potentially replacing jobs. Emphasize how AI can augment skills and serve as a tool for collaboration. - Clearly outline the benefits of AI learning, going beyond efficiency to show how it can enhance job quality and opportunities. Help employees understand what's in it for them. - Use practical examples and case-based learning to demonstrate how AI can be applied in their specific roles. This approach helps alleviate apprehensions and showcases the technology's potential. - Identify enthusiastic employees who can promote AI initiatives and serve as resources for their peers. Managers should also play an active role in fostering discussions around AI applications in projects. - Design AI learning content that caters to varying expertise levels. Use relatable examples, like engaging stories, to make AI concepts accessible to all employees. - Ensure the AI learning program remains dynamic to keep up with rapidly evolving technology. Consider creating small, easily updatable content pieces to stay relevant. https://lnkd.in/dQxrMyXx #MorningPEACE

Good morning leaders ☀️ From NY Post: Here’s why companies are rapidly firing Gen Z employees Recent surveys reveal that many companies are firing Gen Z workers shortly after hiring them, citing concerns about their work ethic, communication skills, and overall readiness for the job. What we must know: - 60% of employers have let go of recent college graduates this year, with one in seven hesitant to hire new graduates next year. - Common complaints about Gen Z include a lack of communication skills (39%) and professionalism (46%). - Employers perceive Gen Z as needing more support to transition from education to a less structured work environment. - 75% of companies reported that recent college graduates were unsatisfactory in their roles. Despite negative perceptions, some business leaders argue that Gen Z's desire for flexibility and purpose can drive engagement and innovation, suggesting that companies should adapt to meet their needs. https://lnkd.in/e8ks3mrC #MorningPEACE