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As 2022 comes to a close, @FastCompany asked leaders which books they sought out for guidance and leadership advice. Find them here and add a few to your list. bit.ly/3PPkMRp

It's easy to spend more time on social media during the holiday season. @TracyBrower108 shares tips on how to get the most out of it without letting it drag you down, via @Forbes. bit.ly/3hJLKxd

There are many ways employers can support employees' mental health – no matter where they’re working from. @WorkDesignMag shares some good ideas. bit.ly/3FO5J5V

Congratulations to Nyles Scott and Lloyd Proctor Jr. for being recognized by CoreNet Global Washington State Chapter for their contributions. Nyles, Director of Workspace Consulting, was awarded Member at Large, and Lloyd, Market Development Manager was awarded Emerging Leader.

Congrats to The Shop by Porter for beign Named People's Choice, Best INworkplace Micro at IIDA Northern Pacific Chapter's INawards bit.ly/3FWMnNG

Congratulations to the team @spokanelibrary on winning the @IIDA_NPC INpublic award for The Hive!

What do employees want when it comes to hybrid work? These statistics on work environments, productivity, preferences across generations and more can offer some guidance. Find out more @WorkDesignMag. bit.ly/3DE7L8Z

With the trend toward quiet quitting, there is a sharper focus on worker productivity. @TracyBrower108 shares five ways to get noticed and let your work shine in @Forbes. bit.ly/3Nd57du

Today, more than half of all meetings are hybrid. Designers are rethinking traditional paradigms to create spaces that work for everyone. @Steelcase shares the research: bit.ly/3sDTR0d

Want to learn how to work better with others? Start with these five fascinating facts about how our brains work, via @FastCompany. bit.ly/3W9g0RE

The elimination of the work commute has had an unintended affect – nonstop work for remote employees. @GallupWorkplace suggests three ways companies can give time back to help workers balance their lives. bit.ly/3TKyAOh

Designing for inclusivity is not a solo endeavor. In that spirit, our partner @Steelcase is working with numerous leading organizations to accelerate its learning. Learn more. bit.ly/3scyXVI

When so many hours are spent working, friendships with your colleagues matter. But work friendships can be complex. @MITSMR offers two strategies for building successful workplace relationships. bit.ly/3yXndKK

When crafting an effective hybrid strategy, work environment and culture begins with leaning into what's working, adjusting what's not working and adapting as lessons are learned. @GallupWorkplace shares more. bit.ly/3yU7jk4

Ultimately, the difference between a good company and a great one is how people feel about being there. Read this @FastCompany article for ideas on rallying a team toward a mission and the right culture. bit.ly/3VCuiKo

Studies show that acting more extroverted than you really are can take a substantial mental toll in the longer-term. If you're an introvert, the authors of this @HarvardBiz article suggest giving yourself plenty of time to recharge. Read more. bit.ly/3sfTV6k

Read how @SpOlympicsMI partnered with @Steelcase to create spaces designed for a first-of-its-kind inclusion center. bit.ly/3LAEhLB

The third and final part of “Work from Home Changes Both" from @MetropolisMag unpacks how the pandemic has changed where we work and the tools we use. bit.ly/3MvHah8

The new work calendar isn’t about office or home, it’s about three meeting types. @HarvardBiz outlines the best conditions for all three and explains why each needs to have its own space and place. bit.ly/3E95m6L

However you dice it up, the four-day work week has been a very popular topic. The authors of this @WorkDesignMag piece share the values and benefits they found while piloting a four-day schedule. bit.ly/3S72Jpf