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Why Vulnerability is an Essential Trait for Effective CEO Leadership

Why Vulnerability is an Essential Trait for Effective CEO Leadership

In today’s business world, CEOs are often seen as strong, powerful figures who have it all together. They are expected to be decisive, confident, and always in control. However, research has shown that vulnerability is an essential trait for effective leadership. In this blog post, we will explore why CEOs should show vulnerability and how …

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California Court Upholds Proposition 22 A Significant Win for Gig Workers and the Future of the Gig Economy

California Court Upholds Proposition 22: A Significant Win for Gig Workers and the Future of the Gig Economy

Recently, a California appealed court upheld Proposition 22, a measure that classified gig workers as independent contractors instead of employees. As the CEO of GravyWork, a gig economy platform connecting skilled professionals with businesses and individuals, I have been closely following the recent ruling on Proposition 22 in California. The court’s decision to uphold the …

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Innovative ways for companies to support gig workers

Innovative ways for companies to support gig workers beyond financial compensation

Recognizing the value of a dedicated and motivated workforce, it’s critical for any business operating in the gig economy to prioritize the well-being and safety of its workers. The success of any business in the gig economy largely depends on the performance and efficiency of its workers. In this regard, it is critical to prioritize …

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Avoiding business jargon makes leaders more relatable

Avoiding business jargon makes leaders more relatable

One pet peeve of mine is when leaders speak in business jargon. You see this a lot at conferences and networking events where everyone repeats buzzwords, initials or acronyms to sound more intelligent, but this language is used to disguise the fact that people really don’t understand what the hell they’re talking about half the …

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Handling layoffs must be done with clarity and compassion

Handling layoffs must be done with clarity and compassion

In what has become an increasingly common ritual during economic uncertainty, thousands of working Americans. Particularly those in the high-tech sector – are receiving pink slips. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella earned high marks for the way he handled company layoffs with empathy and thoughtfulness. It stood in stark contrast to Elon Musk, who last year …

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The maddening ubiquity of tipping at the point of sale

The maddening ubiquity of tipping at the point of sale

Tipping can be downright awkward these days, which a recent article with tips on tipping made abundantly clear. You could be in a bakery where patrons don’t normally tip or other place where there’s no mechanism for tipping, even though the option is now nearly ubiquitous at the point of sale in the form of …

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Pre-pilot program suggests better financial aid for gig work

Pre-pilot program suggests better financial aid for gig work

Between high inflation and lingering recession fears, these are challenging times for everyone. Stress over money is the highest it has been since 2015, according to a recent survey by the American Psychological Association. While employers reportedly lose up to $250 billion in productivity each year because of this issue. This is a major concern …

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By cancelling football game, NFL puts people ahead of profit

By cancelling football game, NFL puts people ahead of profit

The National Football League has been mired in endless controversy, but the tale of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin proved to be a rare bright spot for the league. Everyone has been talking about the humanity of this highly unusual story. A business that reportedly earned $18 billion in total revenue from its 2021 season …

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Tips for helping gig workers maintain their wellbeing

Tips for helping gig workers maintain their wellbeing

Amid a recent report on how gig work could be harmful to one’s health, I can’t help but share some tips on how to avoid falling into this trap in the first place. Those who are juggling multiple shifts, often on multiple platforms, often work long hours to make ends meet. This obviously can take …

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How to boost productivity following a 76-year low

How to boost productivity following a 76-year low

Productivity recently fell to a low not seen since 1947. That is an astonishing statistic! Improving this number requires a comprehensive approach that takes into account employee motivation, workplace culture, technology and job design. But it starts with aligning company and individual goals, which helps create a sense of purpose and increased engagement among team …

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