Emily Parker, Author at Smallbiztechnology.com https://www.smallbiztechnology.com/archive/author/ep5404977gmail-com/ Small Business Technology Fri, 23 Feb 2024 01:46:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.4 https://www.smallbiztechnology.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cropped-smallbiz-technology-1-32x32.png Emily Parker, Author at Smallbiztechnology.com https://www.smallbiztechnology.com/archive/author/ep5404977gmail-com/ 32 32 47051669 Social Media Amplifies Criticism on Inhuman Dismissals https://www.smallbiztechnology.com/archive/2024/02/social-media-amplifies-criticism-on-inhuman-dismissals.html/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 01:46:00 +0000 https://www.smallbiztechnology.com/?p=65292 In today’s fast-paced global market, workforce reduction can be inevitable yet often criticized due to perceived insensitivity towards the affected employees. Social media platforms such as TikTok are leading the charge in shifting this narrative through increased transparency. Terms like “quiet quitting” and “bare-minimum Mondays” are gaining momentum on these platforms, fostering public discussions on […]

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In today’s fast-paced global market, workforce reduction can be inevitable yet often criticized due to perceived insensitivity towards the affected employees. Social media platforms such as TikTok are leading the charge in shifting this narrative through increased transparency.

Terms like “quiet quitting” and “bare-minimum Mondays” are gaining momentum on these platforms, fostering public discussions on corporate redundancies. The impact of such media exposure extends beyond casual conversations, prompting organizations to revisit their methods in the face of growing public awareness.

A video that generated particular outrage featured an account executive being abruptly fired over a call from a tech company. This event set off a wave of online criticism over the company’s handling of the termination. This included the immediate denial of laptop access post-dismissal, perceived by many as a sign of retribution.

This incident sparked debates on the authenticity of the grounds for dismissal, including allegations of the firing being a means to avoid providing severance. Such controversial practices emphasize the cold, impersonal corporate culture, where valued employees transition quickly into receiving dismissals from off-site personnel over a call.

The episode sheds light on the value of dignity and respect during employee separations, suggesting a more humane approach. The right to a proper goodbye, closure with colleagues, and a sense of worth even as the tenure ends are brought to the forefront of these discussions.

This events highlights the importance of maintaining humanity even during difficult times, indicating the organization’s ethical core. Recognizing the worth of a worker despite their potential redundancy is crucial, reminding us that no business gain justifies unkind behavior towards those who contributed to their success.

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Android 15 DP1 Download Temporarily Halted Due to Device Corruption Concerns https://www.smallbiztechnology.com/archive/2024/02/android-15-dp1-download-temporarily-halted-due-to-device-corruption-concerns.html/ Wed, 21 Feb 2024 16:26:00 +0000 https://www.smallbiztechnology.com/?p=65288 Google has recently stopped the downloading of Android 15 DP1 OTA images temporarily due to concerns over possible device corruption. The decision to halt the downloading process came after developers spotted a potential issue when sideloading the Developer Preview 1 build, which led to a “Device is corrupted” notification. An in-depth investigation revealed that inconsistencies […]

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Google has recently stopped the downloading of Android 15 DP1 OTA images temporarily due to concerns over possible device corruption. The decision to halt the downloading process came after developers spotted a potential issue when sideloading the Developer Preview 1 build, which led to a “Device is corrupted” notification.

An in-depth investigation revealed that inconsistencies in the installation process could introduce corruption or technical glitches in the device. For this reason, developers are recommended to be cautious while sideloading this particular build.

The appearance of the “Device is corrupted” notification could result in performance issues and negatively impact user experience. Actions are currently being taken to resolve these concerns promptly.

This incident underscores the crucial role of continuous testing and debugging in development and highlights the need for establishing fail-safe protocols when sideloading future builds. As a response to this situation, developers are invited to report any similar encounters that could assist in further addressing this issue.

In light of user concerns and possible disruptions, Google has temporarily suspended the distribution of the Android 15 DP1 OTA images for further investigation. The company has also recommended using a factory image flash as an alternative testing method for devices. One such case involving a Pixel 7 Pro device was documented following the installation of Android 15 DP1.

Despite this hiccup, the overall post-installation stability on the device, which is currently in its developer preview stage, was commendable. Google advises non-developers to avoid installing the preview and instead wait for the Beta 1 release in April if considering installing the developer preview on their main runtime environments.

As Google continues to tackle the aforementioned issue, updates to Android 15 will keep rolling out. The overall aim is to ensure a reliable and efficient download and installation experience for users while simultaneously enhancing user interface and resolving potential difficulties.

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