Tag: productivity
Gmail Tips to Increase Productivity While Using it
Gmail is not only a daily communication tool for millions of people, but also an indispensable business partner for many people. However, many features, shortcuts and tips that this platform…
Labor Minister Heil wants to allay employees’ fear of AI
Munich, Berlin Hubertus Heil takes an electric drill in his hand, sinks a screw into the metal component and looks at the screen. The display lights up green, everything is…
Learning discipline: How to avoid self-discipline traps
Berlin Eight out of ten Germans regularly put off important tasks. Market researchers at the Berlin Sinus Institute came to this conclusion in a survey. Those surveyed were self-critical: a…
Is the four-day week a model for the future or a productivity killer?
Dusseldorf The latest surveys show that the four-day week is widely accepted among employees in Germany. At the same time, studies and pilot projects suggest that people who only work…
3 Tips for Leaders to Save Team Productivity
Bored Employee When employees consistently feel underwhelmed, it can affect the entire team. (Photo: Getty Images) Berlin Michael Kiel worked as an investment banker for 30 years – a job…
High labor costs a threat to competitiveness? Economists give the all-clear
Chip production in Dresden When it comes to labor costs, Germany ranks seventh in the EU. (Photo: dpa) Berlin Higher wage agreements than in a long time and rising social…
Opera One will increase productivity with artificial intelligence support
Opera, which introduced its browser called GX for players in the past years, presented its new product to users. Opera One, the artificial intelligence supported browser, will increase the working…
Several EU countries are testing the four-day week
In the office Several countries are currently testing how the four-day week can affect productivity. (Photo: DigitalVision/Getty Images) Madrid, Berlin, Stockholm, Rome The Germans want to work less. At least…
Several EU countries are testing the four-day week
In the office Several countries are currently testing how the four-day week can affect productivity. (Photo: DigitalVision/Getty Images) Madrid, Berlin, Stockholm, Rome The Germans want to work less. At least…
Are wage demands always driving inflation? Three measures to prevent this
public service strikes Will wage increases keep driving prices up and will we never get rid of inflation? (Photo: IMAGO/Eibner) Berlin It’s a warning sign. The Verdi union negotiated a…
Is the end of the 40-hour week approaching for workers?
Early off the job More and more people want a shorter working week to have more time for relaxation and family. (Photo: Getty Images) Berlin Working less, more free time…
Is the end of the 40-hour week approaching for workers?
Early off the job More and more people want a shorter working week to have more time for relaxation and family. (Photo: Getty Images) Berlin Working less, more free time…
Labor shortages: A part-time economy
Almost 40 years ago, the fight for shorter working hours served one goal in particular: the feared massive job cuts should be prevented. The trade unions in the metal and…
Corona effect increases productivity by ten percent
Würth The screw manufacturer has recently won numerous new customers. (Photo: dapd) Stuttgart The world’s largest fastening and assembly specialist, Würth, increased its sales by almost three billion euros to…
What helps against the shortage of skilled workers?
Michael Hüther (left) and Lasse Rheingans The economist and the entrepreneur are arguing about what helps against the shortage of skilled workers. (Photo: Dominik Butzmann) Berlin Whether at the airport,…
What helps against the shortage of skilled workers?
Michael Hüther (left) and Lasse Rheingans The economist and the entrepreneur are arguing about what helps against the shortage of skilled workers. (Photo: Dominik Butzmann) Berlin Whether at the airport,…
This habit makes you less productive
Digital multitasking One of the biggest concentration killers in the workplace: constantly switching between different apps and tabs. (Photo: Unsplash) Berlin Distraction at work: For many, this is the colleague…
Compensation systems: Team bonuses improve productivity
Work in a team Awareness of the importance of collaboration can be increased through incentives. (Photo: IMAGO/MASKOT) Working in teams is not always easy. So-called free riders jeopardize the team’s…
German labor costs are rising more slowly than the EU average
Production of wind turbines In the manufacturing sector, Germany has the fourth highest labor costs in an EU comparison, behind Denmark, Belgium and Sweden. (Photo: dpa) Berlin According to a…
German labor costs are rising more slowly than the EU average
Production of wind turbines In the manufacturing sector, Germany has the fourth highest labor costs in an EU comparison, behind Denmark, Belgium and Sweden. (Photo: dpa) Berlin According to a…