All workplace articles
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OpinionThe Coach: Why age isn’t the issue – it’s the life stage that counts
Louise Rodgers challenges the idea that age defines us at work – pointing instead to the impact of what’s happening in our wider lives
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OpinionMore women are becoming architects – but will they stay?
Eleanor Jolliffe explores shifting gender dynamics in architecture, from changing career paths to the impact of flexible working and maternity provision
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OpinionDesigning workplaces that work for everyone
Investing in well-designed environments isn’t just a matter of preference – it’s a strategic advantage that enhances productivity and employee wellbeing, writes Sam Carey-Smith
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OpinionSexual harassment at work: employers’ new duties
Ashley Scriven explains changes in the employer’s duty to protect employees from sexual harassment
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OpinionNavigating the talent shortage: recruitment lessons for the year ahead
With hiring challenges mounting, firms must rethink their strategies to secure the best talent in a competitive market, writes Jimmy Bent
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OpinionThe Coach: why listening to your mind and body is wisdom, not weakness
In the midst of relentless deadlines, seasonal stress, and the demands of daily life, Louise Rodgers shares why listening to your mind and body is vital
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OpinionWorkplace culture: the overlooked crisis in architecture and how to fix it
The consultation on the ARB’s new code of conduct is an opportunity to shape the profession’s future – but does it address the real issues?
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OpinionThe Coach: understanding and overcoming humiliation at work
Louise Rodgers on how to transform humiliation into a tool for personal and professional growth
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OpinionThe Coach: Feelings and when it’s right to express them
Louise Rodgers reflects on a personal experience to discuss the challenges of knowing when to express emotions and the impact they can have on our relationships
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ReviewPlaying the Game: Work-Life Balance in Architecture
Kudzai Matsvai reviews a ‘powerful new resource’ that explores the reasons behind dysfunctional workplace practices in architecture and suggests new ways to move forward
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OpinionThe Coach: How do we deal with bereavement at work?
Experiences with grief highlight the need for workplaces to improve their support for bereavement, writes Louise Rodgers
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OpinionHow to create a family friendly workplace that supports your staff during the summer holidays and beyond
Balancing work and family life during summer holidays is challenging for parents and carers, but creating a supportive workplace can make a significant difference, writes Jimmy Bent
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OpinionThe Coach: Are you leading your team, or just managing them?
Louise Rodgers explores the concept of how becoming a “design coach” can help deliver more effective management and leadership
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FeaturesJoe Morris: What’s wrong with the planning system and why we must take a stand against hostility in the workplace
Ben Flatman talks to Joe Morris about the complexities of the planning system and the importance of workplace civility
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OpinionThe Coach: How to get the recognition you deserve, without being seen as a ‘show-off’
A social and workplace culture that has historically encouraged modesty can also prevent us from getting noticed, writes Louise Rodgers
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OpinionWhy we’ve completely rewritten the RIBA Handbook of Practice Management for a changed world
The fully revised 10th edition is intended as a ‘primer for people running businesses’, writes Matt Thompson
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Opinion8 March: The big ‘women-washing’ day is upon us
Rather than just ‘celebrating’ women through social media posts, leaders in architecture need to implement real change, writes Siri Zanelli
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OpinionThe architectural profession is in trouble - collective action is needed to fix it
While large parts of the profession remain resistant to change, there are still plenty of reasons to remain optimistic, writes Ayo Abbas
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OpinionDo you want, or need to be, liked?
Avoiding being a ‘people pleaser’ is often critical to becoming an effective manager, writes Louise Rodgers
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OpinionYoung architects need proper site experience - the future of the profession depends upon it
Experiencing a construction site early in your career can deliver many benefits, writes Chris Simmons