Alex Young

Alex Young is a career and workplace culture expert with experience setting up shared work spaces across the UK, supporting thousands of organisations' growth in the process. She is the Director of Projects, a coworking and office space provider, and the Founder of Favourite Positions, a platform and podcast designed to empower people to find what they love to do. She was also awarded the Scholarship of Excellence at Imperial College Business School which is where she is doing an MBA.

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The illusion of being a ‘good’ manager

Most managers don’t hover because they love control. They hover because they care. They want things to run smoothly, for standards to stay high, for the work to shine.

Why aligning roles with meaningful work drives retention

In today’s job market, salary and perks alone aren’t enough to keep people engaged. Employees want purpose. They want to feel like their work matters. And when they do, they’re much more likely to stay.

9 key trends that will shape the future of work in 2025

The world of work is changing at an unprecedented pace. Driven by advancements in technology and shifting societal expectations, workplace trends mirror cultural shifts, hinting at a bold future where work becomes more adaptable, efficient and human-centred.

How to fast-track your progression

A considerable amount of research has been done to explore the speed at which the Gen Z workforce anticipates advancing in their careers.

Embracing the trend of Lazy Girl Jobs

If you’re yet to hear about the Lazy Girl Job trend, then perhaps you’ve been working too much and not spending enough down time scrolling the internet. This new movement has gained popularity quickly and for good reason.

How education technology is democratising access to skills

Closing the skills gap in organisations and industries around the world has a key role to play in our pandemic recovery. Factors such as geography, poor infrastructure, financial hardship and a lack of public resources are preventing many from accessing training that could transform their futures. Yet recent research shows that if digitally lagging sectors—such as manufacturing, mining, healthcare and education—double their use of digital tools, Europe alone could add €2.5 trillion to its GDP by 2025.