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Work-life balance stories - Page 7

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How to support women in tech and why closing the gap matters

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As the gender gap in Australian tech persists, experts call for strategic support to empower women in STEM, enhancing diversity and organisational performance.
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Breaking barriers: Overcoming challenges for women in the IT sector

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Women in the IT sector face challenges from cultural biases to a persistent gender leadership gap, but initiatives are underway to foster inclusivity and empowerment.
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Tech leaders calling for gender equality & inclusion

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, tech leaders are advocating for gender equality, pushing for inclusive environments within the industry.
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IWD 2025: Breaking Barriers: building an inclusive tech industry where women thrive

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the tech industry is urged to foster an inclusive culture where women thrive through representation and support.
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IWD 2025: Beyond the Policy: The Human Impact of Insurance in Women's Lives

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day 2025, the insurance sector is urged to prioritise empathy over policy, focusing on the real human impact on women and caregivers.
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Empowering Women in the Workplace: The Role of SME Businesses

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Small and medium-sized enterprises can significantly promote equity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering environments where all employees thrive.
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IWD 2025: I don't want to be 'resilient'. I want a workplace that doesn't break me

Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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In the tech industry, the celebration of resilience is overshadowing the need for supportive work environments, driving women to leave at alarming rates.
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Breaking barriers with AI: A path to workplace inclusivity for women

Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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As AI increasingly penetrates workplaces, experts highlight its potential to foster inclusivity for women, who remain disadvantaged in tech roles.
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Tech pros embrace AI, boosting productivity & reducing stress

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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A survey by The Access Group reveals 74% of tech professionals use artificial intelligence, saving nearly three hours a week and enhancing workplace productivity.
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Gen Z reshapes workforce with pay rise demands & mobility

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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New research from ELMO Software reveals Gen Z workers are driving workplace change, prioritising pay rises and job stability over traditional loyalties.
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Tech workers in Australia pushing for 2025 pay boosts

Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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A survey by Robert Half reveals that nearly one-third of tech workers in Australia are prioritising pay rises in 2025, with many willing to seek new roles if unmet.
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HR leaders turn to AI for employee wellbeing focus

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Aconso's latest research highlights that 72% of HR leaders are increasingly turning to AI and automation to tackle rising workloads while enhancing employee wellbeing.
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Businesses urged to prioritise AI data security measures

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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CMTG has advised Australian businesses to assess privacy and data risks before integrating AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, as data protection becomes essential.
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Remote workers logging longer hours than office peers

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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A report by Cloudbrink reveals that remote workers log longer hours than office employees, challenging productivity misconceptions in hybrid work environments.
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LinkedIn reveals new job-matching tool for Australians

Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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LinkedIn's research reveals that 59% of Australians are eyeing new jobs in 2025, yet 51% face ghosting from employers amid a challenging market.
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Hybrid working forecasted to reshape work by 2025 - IWG

Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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The International Workplace Group forecasts significant shifts in work practices by 2025, warning that enforcing daily office attendance may trigger mass resignations.
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Candidates receive fewer job offers in cooling market

Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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A recent Gartner study reveals a drop in job offers, with only 63% of candidates receiving offers in Q3 2024, down from 73% last year.
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Navigating 2025: Top tips for evolving Australia jobs

Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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The Australian workforce faces evolving challenges in 2025, with mental health and flexible working priorities driving new strategies for employers and job seekers.
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Metaview report reveals AI surge in 2024 job interviews

Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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Metaview's 2024 Trends Report reveals a surge in AI discussions in job interviews, while references to DEI have dropped by 30%, indicating shifting priorities.
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AI use in Aussie workplaces rises, boosting productivity

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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New research reveals that daily AI use among Australian employees has surged from 18% to 27%, aiding productivity but highlighting slow adoption challenges.