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Social Class In The C-Suite

The Horizons Tracker

It’s fair to say that class plays a significant role in whether people get into the C-suite or not. Indeed, research shows that workers from working-class backgrounds are over 30% less likely to be recruited into a managerial role than their middle-class peers.

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Being Able To “Outsmart” Technology Is Important To Workers

The Horizons Tracker

A few years ago Adecco asked workers how they felt about the introduction of AI-based technology into the workplace, and the overwhelming majority felt optimistic, saying that they thought it would make their lives better. Both employees and managers were quizzed to understand how the introduction of robots was received. “We

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Crystal Clear: Pioneering the Last 60 years of Display Technology Innovation & Looking Into the Future

Strategy Driven

Just take a look at laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and other handheld devices, which were all possible thanks to display technology innovation. One thing I find fascinating about this industry is that you can’t write off any display technology when something new enters the market. It did not make it to the mainstream.

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How To Be The Most Interesting Person In The Room.

Rich Gee Group

Read widely and stay up-to-date on current events, science, technology, and culture. Regularly listen to podcasts, watch informative YouTube videos, and sign up for free college classes online. Be comfortable in social situations, making eye contact, and projecting a positive attitude. Develop strong communication skills.

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KidPower 2015 Earth Day Project – Coaching Kids to Lead

Lead Change Blog

This month, COI is undertaking an ambitious Earth Day project titled, KidPower2015 Earth Day Project , with the goal of encouraging COI kids to be leaders in the movement to protect the Earth for future generations. They will develop engineering and math skills while learning a simple, clean energy technology to generate electricity.

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How To Get That Next Promotion.

Rich Gee Group

Look for opportunities to work on cross-functional projects and collaborate with people outside your department. Look for opportunities to lead projects or initiatives or perform tasks outside your usual duties. And if this new project is high-exposure, talk to your manager to delegate/reduce some of your current (and boring) tasks.

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16 New Year’s Resolutions to Improve Your Work Performance.

Career Advancement

Close out those small nagging projects you’ve been meaning to do. Essentially you want to clear out dated projects so you can start fresh. Disconnecting from typical social media and technology gives your brain a chance to recharge. Are there projects or tasks you want to be a part of? Wrap up loose ends.

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