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Burnout stories

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Breaking barriers with bytes: Empowering women in fitness through tech
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the fitness sector must confront burnout and inefficiencies, empowering women through innovative solutions.
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Stress & burnout rise among Europe's IT professionals
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European IT professionals report high levels of stress and burnout, with 73% linked to demanding roles, emphasising the urgent need for better workplace support.
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Automation can alleviate burnout in Australian IT teams
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A new report reveals that 69% of Australian IT teams face burnout, with automation seen as a potential remedy by 75% of surveyed professionals.
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IWD 2025: I don’t want to be ‘resilient’. I want a workplace that doesn’t break me
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In the tech industry, the celebration of resilience is overshadowing the need for supportive work environments, driving women to leave at alarming rates.
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WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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malware
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WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
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Survey reveals UK firms unprepared for 2025 skill demands
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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cx
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A new survey reveals only 25% of employees have access to crucial new technology, signalling UK companies' unpreparedness for the challenges of 2025.
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UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.
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Commvault partners with Cybermindz to support mental health
Mon, 16th Dec 2024
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cybersecurity
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mental health
Commvault has teamed up with Cybermindz.org to tackle mental health issues faced by cybersecurity professionals in Australia and New Zealand, effective from 2025.
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Atlassian study highlights year-end project backlog issues
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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devops
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software development
Atlassian's latest research reveals that 68% of knowledge workers face project backlogs by year-end due to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges.
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Australian workers' productivity dips in summer months
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
A survey reveals 45% of Australian workers experience reduced productivity in summer, as many struggle to fully disconnect from work during holidays.
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UK tech workers expect 20% wage rise to stay in roles
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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workplace culture
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employee retention
UK tech professionals are seeking a 20% pay rise to remain in their jobs, with 49% considering leaving for better compensation.
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UK language app users invest time & money but lack confidence
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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mobile apps
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Research by Wall Street English reveals that UK language app users invest significant time and money yet often lack confidence in their speaking abilities.
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Employment Hero & Clearhead partner for NZ small firms
Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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Employment Hero has teamed up with Clearhead to deliver affordable mental health support for 10,000 small businesses in New Zealand, addressing rising worker stress.
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Burnout rises to 61% in NZ as financial stress impacts workers
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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mental health
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work-life balance
A new report reveals that 61% of New Zealand employees experience burnout, with financial stress and the rising cost of living cited as key contributors.
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Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge businesses to adopt comprehensive strategies to combat evolving threats and enhance their security measures.
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Australian workers not fully utilising mental health support
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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mental health
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workplace culture
A report by ELMO reveals that 39% of Australian employees are unaware of mental health resources, despite 84% believing they are offered at work.
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Security practitioners embrace AI amidst tool distrust
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
A report by Vectra AI reveals 71% of SOC practitioners fear missing genuine threats among rising security alerts amid growing dissatisfaction with traditional tools.
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Automation key to reducing cybersecurity burnout & risks
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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As Cybersecurity Awareness Month nears, experts highlight automation's potential to reduce IT burnout, enhance governance, and fortify data management amid rising cyber threats.
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Over a third of UK workers engage in 'pretend productivity'
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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productivity
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work-life balance
A Workhuman survey reveals 36% of UK employees are faking productivity due to an always-on culture, highlighting the need for better work-life balance.
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Australia's new labour law complicates cybersecurity efforts
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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healthtech
Australia's new right to disconnect law, targeting burnout reduction, starkly contrasts with rising cyber threats, 45% of which hit outside working hours.