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21 Virtual organizations represent a new way of working, and they’re gaining popularity. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, organizational structures are changing. The digital age has shifted global work trends to favor remote and hybrid models. Global Workplace Analytics estimates that around 56% of the American workforce could work at least partially remotely, and this figure is increasing. The future of work could be remote based, with virtual organizations taking center stage. In this guide, we explore the characteristics of a virtual organization. We’ll examine the benefits it brings and the challenges these companies face, as well as…
Riding camels in the desert, taking in sunset vistas across waves of sand dunes, or browsing through colorful gifts at busy Middle Eastern marketplaces are Instagram moments reserved for affluent students on university-sponsored study abroad trips. Or so Evan Furgal thought. “Definitely go for it,” Furgal said of a unique program designed for ROTC students. “You’re going to be exposed to a new culture and see some amazing things that you can’t see anywhere else, and you’re able to have it funded, so there’s no real burden on you apart from just your time, but it’s time well spent.” Furgal…
In today’s digital age, the traditional 9-to-5 work structure is evolving, and the allure of side hustles is more prominent than ever. Whether you’re looking to pay off debt, save for a dream vacation, or simply indulge in a hobby while earning some extra cash, side jobs offer the flexibility and autonomy that many crave. With the added advantage of working from the comfort of your home, these opportunities eliminate lengthy commutes and rigid office hours. Dive into our curated list of 20 side jobs you can pursue from the cozy corners of your living space, and let’s transform your…
Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. HOUSTON — It’s 10 a.m. on a Tuesday morning in September and Alexander X. Byrd’s daylong, meeting-packed marathon across Rice University’s lush grounds is just ramping up. He’s having his team in the diversity, equity and inclusion office discuss a divisive debate that erupted at Yale University after a professor portrayed administrators’ guidance against racially offensive Halloween costumes as an affront to free speech. But Byrd didn’t want to debate costume etiquette. He focused on a larger, admittedly…
With a long history of filmmaking and some of the best film schools in the world, Prague, Czech Republic, has become a popular study-abroad destination among Northwestern students majoring in Radio, Television and Film. Communication juniors Goldie Beck and Lynne Park said they decided to study in Prague after speaking with upperclassmen who had just returned from Prague Film School. At NU, you need to be very “entrepreneurial” to make films, putting in extra time on the weekends to work on film sets, said Beck. “(NU has) an amazing communication program, but you need to guide yourself, and that’s how…
WYOMISSING, Pa. — As part of the “Global Oscars Comes to Berks” series, Penn State Berks will present the film “Close” at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7, in room 5 of the Luerssen Science Building. The presentation is free and open to the public. “Close,” a Belgian film directed by Lukas Dhont, follows the story of two teenage boys whose seemingly unbreakable friendship is suddenly, tragically torn apart after their classmates question the nature of their relationship. The film won the Grand Prix at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival and received a nomination for Best International Feature Film at…
Ole Miss alumnus Bill Courtney is the featured speaker in the latest installment of the Robert C. Khayat Lecture Series, which is hosted by the Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy. Courtney, a successful business leader and coach, who was the subject of the Oscar-winning documentary ‘Undefeated,’ is set to speak at 5 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Powerhouse Community Arts Center. Submitted photo OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi alumnus Bill Courtney is a devoted husband and father, the operator of a successful manufacturing plant in Memphis, Tennessee, and a coach. He is also a celebrated servant leader and…
70 Maintaining client relationships and preventing churn is a never-ending battle for most companies, B2B and B2C alike. Based on our users’ experience, we’ve identified that client churn is most commonly linked to low work output, lack of innovation, and employee engagement. Preventing client churn is not only a key profitability driver, but it can also contribute to expansion and acquisition through referrals and relevant case studies. Here are ways you can use productivity and workday analytics to increase client retention. Improve customer service Happy clients are the bedrock of a growing business. Engaged employees are the difference between happy…
Amid the conflict in the Middle East, the United States Department of State issued a worldwide travel warning for Americans. What does that mean for students already overseas in study abroad programs? WLWT spoke to local universities about the steps they are taking to keep students safe. Northern Kentucky University, like other schools in the area, is monitoring the situation closely and has been in contact with students. As of right now no one studying abroad is getting pulled from their programs. According to NKU’s Global Affairs Director, François Le Roy, says currently, 25 students are overseas. He added that…
Science and technology are crucial for shaping our world today and in the future. They drive progress, make life better, and push the limits of what humans can do. In the middle of all this, we find STEM education – that’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM is really important for helping the economy grow, sparking new ideas, and solving big global problems. The National Science Foundation says that 80% of jobs in the next ten years will need STEM skills, and IBM thinks STEM jobs will pay 24% more and last a long time. That’s why STEM courses are…