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the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
studying the role of sunlight in the body's production of vitamin D
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Employee dissatisfaction has been growing for some time, with even top performers prioritizing job security over seeking new opportunities due to a lack of confidence in finding better roles.
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Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Her professional journey began at 17 and rapidly evolved through leadership roles at prestigious organizations.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
All of this is exhausting, and the exhaustion often leads to inertia—remaining in their roles not out of satisfaction but because the uncertainty and risk of change feel too overwhelming.
—Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Aside from Juror #2 Francesca has had several smaller roles in Clint's movies, including Jersey Boys.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
In the two mission specialist roles are Alper Gezeravcı of Turkey and ESA project astronaut Marcus Wandt of Sweden.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2025
While management roles may be disappearing for Gen Z, the need for connection and mentorship has never been more acute.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Consider how major companies and smaller players are moving to eliminate middle management roles.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
This includes offering flexibility, fostering inclusivity, and connecting roles to a larger purpose.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Her professional journey began at 17 and rapidly evolved through leadership roles at prestigious organizations.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
All of this is exhausting, and the exhaustion often leads to inertia—remaining in their roles not out of satisfaction but because the uncertainty and risk of change feel too overwhelming.
—Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Aside from Juror #2 Francesca has had several smaller roles in Clint's movies, including Jersey Boys.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
In the two mission specialist roles are Alper Gezeravcı of Turkey and ESA project astronaut Marcus Wandt of Sweden.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2025
While management roles may be disappearing for Gen Z, the need for connection and mentorship has never been more acute.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Consider how major companies and smaller players are moving to eliminate middle management roles.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
This includes offering flexibility, fostering inclusivity, and connecting roles to a larger purpose.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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“Roles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roles. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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