Gossiping in the workplace can have serious negative impacts on your career, according to new research by Durham University Business School and NEOMA Business School. Not only are gossipers frowned upon by other work colleagues, they also become socially excluded in the company, and can experience negative career-related impacts as a consequence of their storytelling. Interestingly, the study also found that gender had an impact on how gossipers were perceived, with women having a much more negative view of workplace gossipers than men. The research was conducted by Dr Maria Kakarika, Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Leadership at Durham…
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Singapore ranked second in the world, as 21 economies from Asia & the Pacific feature in top 114 countries of NRI 2023 Singapore is the most network-ready economy within the Asia & Pacific region, and ranks second overall in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2023, published today. The Republic of Korea (7th) and Japan (13th) came in second and third place for the region respectively, with this year’s report featuring 21 economies from the region. Japan and Australia (14th) are praised for sector-wide digital adoption and governance, respectively, with the broader region exceeding expectations through technology excellence and rapid digital transformation. A…
Interact, a multi-award-winning UK contact centre outsourcer, is delighted to announce that it has become an Employee-Owned Trust. It will proudly be the first of its kind across the contact centre outsourcing sector. Establishing an Employee Ownership Trust will allow its dedicated team members to directly share in the company’s success. This structure upholds Interact’s entrepreneurial origins and commitment to its people-focused, customer-centric culture. Interact was established in 2011 and has grown year-on-year to become one of the UK’s leading independent contact centre outsourcers. It partners with many of the biggest brands to deliver customer service, sales and retentions across…
Paula Cogan was interviewed at COP28, participating in a series of global business leader sessions euNetworks has released its latest Sustainability Report highlighting twelve months of progress in tackling climate change in the critical world of digital infrastructure – leading in decarbonisation, focusing on innovation, collaboration and a cultural commitment to lasting change. euNetworks Group Limited (“euNetworks”), a Western European bandwidth infrastructure company, was recently featured in an interview series with leaders from across industries undertaken during the United Nations Climate Conference (COP28) in Dubai. The series of interviews captures lessons learned, sustainability success stories and key messages for the future from leaders across the…
DTE, a leading innovator in process and quality control for the metals production and manufacturing industry, is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming CBS documentary series, “Innovation and Disruption Leaders.” The series will showcase the remarkable journey of individuals and companies reshaping industries and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. DTE has been selected as a featured company in this series, highlighting its groundbreaking contributions to the aluminum industry. At the heart of DTE’s breakthrough innovation is its real-time elemental analysis technology, an industry-first advancement that promises to revolutionize the metals industry. This technology enables real-time process…
VAST Data, the AI data platform company, today announced a strategic partnership with Genesis Cloud, a leading Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) provider for GPUs and accelerators in the cloud. Together, VAST and Genesis Cloud are poised to make AI and accelerated cloud computing more efficient, scalable and accessible to organizations across the globe. Genesis Cloud helps businesses optimize their AI training and inference pipeline by offering performance and capacity for AI projects at scale while providing enterprise-grade features. The company is using the VAST Data Platform to build the most comprehensive set of AI data services in the industry. With VAST, Genesis Cloud is…
As the demand for a new type of entrepreneurship grows, this new programme will give students the understanding and skillset needed to meet the challenges of building a sustainable business in today’s world. The programme’s motto is “Entrepreneurship for Real”. According to Vadim Grinevich, course director: “The MSc is innovative and special in many ways and provides bespoke one-to-one mentorship support throughout the course of the study. Our state-of-the-art Enterprise Simulation Lab puts entrepreneurial knowledge and skills into practice in a safe environment. It also accommodates aspirations of both for-profit and socially oriented entrepreneurs, as well as those from diverse…
Opening from 3rd May until 20th October, this year Delphina hotels & resorts offers new family friendly features and offers following investments, upgraded 5* suites and a brand new luxury villa Delphina hotels & resorts is an award-winning luxury, wellness and ‘green’ independent Sardinian hotel group. The collection includes 12 hotels, exclusive residences, 6 SPAs, and prestigious villas all immersed in green Mediterranean parks overlooking the sea between the Costa Smeralda, the La Maddalena Archipelago, and the Gulf of Asinara. Most Delphina resorts open from mid to late May and close in early to mid-October making the most of the Mediterranean sea and…
80Noir Ultra, a luxury chocolate brand renowned for its focus on health and wellness, today announced an innovative research initiative aimed at revolutionizing employee well-being in the banking and finance sector. This ground-breaking study is being conducted in partnership with Brunel University and Roehampton University, ensuring a rigorous, scientific approach. The banking industry is grappling with a growing employee well-being crisis. Chronic stress, long hours, and high pressure have taken a heavy toll on the mental and physical health of professionals in this field. Recognizing the urgent need for change, 80Noir Ultra is embarking on ground-breaking research to explore the…
Amidst the pressing global challenges of climate change, The Cultivated B (TCB), a leading provider of cellular agriculture technology, is proud to announce its participation at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). TCB is at the forefront, advocating for innovative strategies and sustainable solutions to combat climate change and demonstrating a clear vision that extends beyond COP28. Addressing the urgency of the situation, TCB operational ethos is in line with the summit’s goals, embodying a commitment to scalable, sustainable protein production through advanced biotechnology. With meticulously crafted bioreactors, the company ensures energy efficiency and resource optimization and allocation at every…