Work-life balance stories
Australian workplaces face conflict over office mandates
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productivity
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talent attraction
A new report reveals a stark contrast in Australia between strict in-office mandates for employees and their strong demand for flexible work arrangements.
ECI Software lauded as a Great Place to Work in 2025
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workplace culture
ECI Software Solutions has been recognised as a Certified Great Place to Work for 2025 across seven countries, celebrating its seventh consecutive year in the US.
ISACA survey: One third of tech staff have changed jobs
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financial systems
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work-life balance
A recent ISACA survey reveals one in three tech professionals have changed jobs in two years, with 74% of firms worried about retaining talent.
WORK180 reveals top workplaces for women in Australia 2025
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work-life balance
WORK180 has unveiled its annual Top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia, with hipages leading the pack for its dedication to gender equity and employee well-being.
AI to transform the workplace, reducing frustrations
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collaboration
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productivity
Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionise the workplace by alleviating common frustrations for knowledge workers, according to Dr. Molly Sands of Atlassian.
Majority of UK teachers rely on AI, despite training gap
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it training
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ai
A significant 60% of UK teachers are now integrating artificial intelligence into their work, revealing a major shift in educational practices, according to Twinkl.
Family, flexibility and the future of IT
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virtualisation
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iwd
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parental leave
As my daughter nears her eighth birthday, I reflect on the evolving IT landscape, where flexible working and shared parental roles are reshaping opportunities for women.
Reimagining the workplace that was never built for women
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ecommerce
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leadership
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iwd
In tech, the conversation about women has shifted from entry to retention and influence, as traditional structures hinder their leadership advancement.
IWD 2025: Celebrating the boons of an environment that is conducive to all
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cybersecurity
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gender diversity
As International Women's Day approaches, the tech industry reflects on the crucial role of women like Nicole Eickhoff and Jenny Mulcahy in shaping an inclusive environment.
Cloudera named among Ireland's best workplaces for women
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iwd
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public relations
Cloudera has been honoured as one of Ireland's Best Workplaces for Women 2025, celebrating their ongoing commitment to supporting female employees.
Breaking barriers with bytes: Empowering women in fitness through tech
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it training
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iwd
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mental health
As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the fitness sector must confront burnout and inefficiencies, empowering women through innovative solutions.
IWD 2025: Creating sustainable Technology careers
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work-life balance
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gender equality
As International Women's Day approaches on March 8, 2025, the theme Accelerate Action calls for continuous efforts to foster diversity and inclusion in tech careers.
IWD 2025: Empowering women in the workforce through AI
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it training
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iwd
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work-life balance
Wayfinder unveils WayGPT, an AI initiative aimed at empowering women in the workforce by enhancing access to education and professional development.
Why helping women march forward starts with creating workplaces where they can thrive
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printing
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ricoh
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customer service
Empowering women in the workplace is crucial for business success, with flexible policies at Ricoh fostering a supportive environment that boosts productivity.
How to support women in tech and why closing the gap matters
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iwd
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acs
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work-life balance
As the gender gap in Australian tech persists, experts call for strategic support to empower women in STEM, enhancing diversity and organisational performance.
Breaking barriers: Overcoming challenges for women in the IT sector
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iwd
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gender diversity
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work-life balance
Women in the IT sector face challenges from cultural biases to a persistent gender leadership gap, but initiatives are underway to foster inclusivity and empowerment.
Stress & burnout rise among Europe's IT professionals
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it training
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isaca
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it professionals
European IT professionals report high levels of stress and burnout, with 73% linked to demanding roles, emphasising the urgent need for better workplace support.
Indian workers link organisation to productivity, survey says
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devops
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financial systems
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apm
A recent Atlassian survey reveals 94% of Indian knowledge workers link high organisation with productivity, highlighting workplace dynamics and personal task management.
From retail to PR and marketing communications: My journey to data management and analytics
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data analytics
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customer service
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data management
After abandoning retail for PR and marketing, I discovered a passion for data management, leading me to pursue a degree in analytics, which I completed at 40.
Women returners aren’t a risk, we’re an untapped asset
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fintech
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iwd
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employment
This International Women's Day, we must challenge the stigma around women returners in the workforce and recognise their untapped potential.