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Research Explores The Rising Long-Term Sickness In The UK

The Horizons Tracker

“The historically high number of people off work long-term sick remains an immediate and pressing concern for the Government,” the researchers explain. ” Here are some important findings from the study: Long-term sickness has been increasing among women of all ages since 2014.

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My Top 10 Leadership Insights For 2014

Tanveer Naseer

Not only did 2014 mark five years that I’ve been writing online for this blog, but this was also the year I finally added “author” to my list of credentials with the release of my first leadership book, “Leadership Vertigo”. I hope you enjoyed reading my Top 10 Leadership Insights for 2014.

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Three Ways to Improve Safety and Security in Your Firm

Strategy Driven

If they don’t do this, they may be held liable for financial penalties due to oversights in health and safety and may even be subject to legal actions from the affected workers, especially if they’ve suffered long-term or life-changing injuries because of the accident. Put simply, every workplace must be a safe and secure environment.

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Researchers Are Encouraged To Produce Quantity Rather Than Quality Research

The Horizons Tracker

The study shows that ahead of each REF deadline in the analyzed period (1996, 2001, 2008, and 2014), UK researchers produced a significantly higher number of papers. However, these tended to be published in lower-impact journals, which resulted in fewer citations and a higher likelihood of retraction. .”

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ASA Deming Lecture by Brent James: Long Term View of the Healthcare System

Deming Institute

Next, Brent James looks at the long term history of health care in the USA and the great gains achieved during the 1900s. 2014, Sharon Lohr: Red Beads and Profound Knowledge: Deming and Quality of Education. On this success Brent says. Stuart Hunter (Princeton University), New Challenges for Statisticians.

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7 Ways to Live Life with Purpose

Lead Change Blog

People who live a life of purpose have core beliefs and values that influence their decisions, shape their day-to-day actions, and determine their short- and long-term priorities. Frank’s new book, Follow Your Conscience , will be released November 2014. © 2014 Frank Sonnenberg. Live by your beliefs and values.

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A Brief History of Monero Explained

Strategy Driven

While Monero is one of the most well-known coins in the realm of crypto, it may be surprising to some people that the famous privacy-oriented currency started as a humble grassroots movement in 2014. To illustrate this, think of blockchain as an exceedingly long train track. The Long, Winding History of Monero.

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