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Louisiana named most workaholic state as southern trend grows
Work-life balance

Louisiana named most workaholic state as southern trend grows

Louisiana tops the US as the most workaholic state, with longest hours and lowest work-life balance, amid a growing southern trend of job-related stress.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
US CISOs face mounting stress as cyber incidents & AI threats rise
Risk & Compliance

US CISOs face mounting stress as cyber incidents & AI threats rise

US CISOs face soaring stress as cyber incidents rise; 73% faced major breaches recently amid high board expectations and AI threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025

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What Black Friday revealed about retail's customer service challenges
Digital Transformation

What Black Friday revealed about retail's customer service challenges

Black Friday exposed how rising demand strains UK retailers' customer service, revealing challenges caused by complex systems and ageing processes.

By Simon Hayward • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
AI-4U offers barrier-free mental health support for workers
Artificial Intelligence

AI-4U offers barrier-free mental health support for workers

WellbeingSolutions' AI-4U offers SMS-based mental health support to help UK, NZ, and Australian firms meet new 2025 psychosocial risk regulations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Australian businesses lose AUD $14 billion a year to burnout crisis
Leadership

Australian businesses lose AUD $14 billion a year to burnout crisis

Burnout costs Australian businesses AUD $14 billion yearly, as 61% of workers report symptoms, prompting a shift towards wellbeing initiatives and mindful leadership.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
When efficiency isn't enough: why tech leaders need to upgrade their nervous system
Artificial Intelligence

When efficiency isn't enough: why tech leaders need to upgrade their nervous system

Tech leaders must upgrade their nervous system, not just their tools, to lead resilient teams and thrive amid relentless efficiency and stress.

By Gemma Rose • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
How NZ workers can double holiday breaks with 2026 leave hacks
ANZAC Day

How NZ workers can double holiday breaks with 2026 leave hacks

In 2026, New Zealand workers can potentially double holiday breaks by strategically using annual leave around Easter, Anzac Day and other public holidays.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
BT says better workplace tech could cut UK sick leave by 2030
Digital Transformation

BT says better workplace tech could cut UK sick leave by 2030

UK firms could regain nine sick days per worker by 2030 through upgraded connected technology, boosting productivity in retail, finance and healthcare sectors.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Friend or foe - The AI revolution
Artificial Intelligence

Friend or foe - The AI revolution

A UK dentist reveals how AI can ease healthcare pressures, boosting staff efficiency and patient care while preserving the human spirit in business.

By Dr Grant McAree • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Why Australian banks must invest in secure and reliable databases
Disaster Recovery

Why Australian banks must invest in secure and reliable databases

Australian banks must invest in secure, reliable databases to meet rising customer expectations, comply with new privacy laws, and prevent costly downtime.

By Kevin Kline • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Sublime Studio aims to build mental fitness for tech founders
Partner Programmes

Sublime Studio aims to build mental fitness for tech founders

Sublime Studio launches in Australia to boost mental fitness for tech founders, addressing burnout with coaching and a proactive membership model.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Two NZ startups team up to make mental health support for employees more affordable
Small Business

Two NZ startups team up to make mental health support for employees more affordable

Two NZ startups, Employment Hero and Clearhead, join forces to make affordable mental health support accessible for employees in small businesses.

By Neil Webster • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
SMBs are spending $7.6k a year on recruitment. Why isn't it working?
Small Business

SMBs are spending $7.6k a year on recruitment. Why isn't it working?

Australian SMBs spend on average AUD $7,600 yearly on recruitment, yet only 6% rate their hiring process as excellent amid economic struggles.

By David Holland • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Job loyalty rises as Australians value pay security over perks
Digital Transformation

Job loyalty rises as Australians value pay security over perks

Nearly half of Australians now prioritise pay rises over flexibility, with job loyalty rising amid economic uncertainty and work stress in 2026.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Poor manager quality drives staff turnover in Australia, survey finds
Data Analytics

Poor manager quality drives staff turnover in Australia, survey finds

Poor manager quality is the leading cause of staff turnover in Australia, with burnout and limited AI support worsening the situation, a survey of 855 workers finds.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Enterprise software complexity costs UK economy GBP £32 billion
Digital Transformation

Enterprise software complexity costs UK economy GBP £32 billion

Complex enterprise software is costing the UK economy GBP £32 billion yearly, with wasted investments and lost productivity hindering business growth.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Rising pressures push one in three DBAs to consider career change
Private Cloud

Rising pressures push one in three DBAs to consider career change

One in three database administrators in the UK are considering career changes amid rising work pressures and growing complexity, says new report.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025