Emma Ascott

Phoenix

Writer and Associate Editor at Allwork.Space

Writer/associate editor for @allwork_space • Former: @cronkitenews / @arizonapbs / @thehertelreport / @topclassactions

Articles

The Hybrid Office Of The Future: A Place To Work And Grow Food

6 days ago | workdesign.com | Emma Ascott

Vertical farming in vacant office spaces offers a sustainable solution to food security by growing crops like leafy greens and strawberries year-round in climate-controlled environments. Urban farms can reduce food miles, lower water usage, and help repurpose underutilized real estate, creating new economic opportunities. While challenges remain, vertical farming in office spaces could become a key trend in sustainable city living. Article originally posted on Allwork.space.
What If You Can’t Copyright Your Products In The Future of Work?

6 days ago | allwork.space | Emma Ascott

AI-made content isn’t copyrightable unless a human clearly shaped the creative output. Without copyright, AI-assisted work may lack IP protection — making it easier to legally copy. Creators warn that unchecked AI use could erode culture, jobs, and the future of creative work. Generative AI is transforming the way we work, create, and build, but it’s also reshaping what ownership even means.
American Workers Are Facing A Retirement Crisis, But This New Tech Can Help

6 days ago | allwork.space | Emma Ascott

Tech innovations like robo-advisors, and fintech apps are transforming retirement planning. These tools make saving easier, but workers must stay informed about fees, investment options, and risks. The future of retirement planning could bring even more personalized, accessible financial wellness programs. A whopping 79% of Americans now believe a retirement crisis is looming, a sharp increase from 67% in 2020.
This Time Management Tactic Will Help You Thrive Better Than Any AI Tool

1 week ago | allwork.space | Emma Ascott

While AI and flexible schedules help streamline tasks, they can also create unrealistic expectations, adding pressure and leading to burnout. Tailoring time management to individual needs boosts satisfaction and productivity, with workers thriving when given control over their schedules while meeting company goals. Focusing on meaningful work and sustainability, rather than maximizing output, helps prevent burnout and encourages a healthy workforce.
This Time Management Tactic Will Help You Thrive Better Than Any AI Tool

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Emma Ascott

1 day ago8 Things to Do in the Morning to Improve ProductivityKick-start your day by making a habit out of these mood-boosting tips. After the sun rises and your alarm clock sounds, the morning often feels like it slips away. If this is true for you, it may be time to implement an effective morning routine.
Meta's New AI Tech Can Read Your Mind At Work...What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

1 week ago | allwork.space | Emma Ascott

Meta’s AI can translate thoughts into text, boosting productivity and communication potential. This technology raises significant privacy concerns, with thoughts becoming data. Ethical and mental health challenges will emerge as AI blurs the line between thought and communication. You’re sitting at your desk, about to send an email or text, and instead of typing, your thoughts are directly translated into words on the screen.
Thousands Of Tickets Issued: NYC’s Composting Law Hits Office Landlords Hard

1 week ago | allwork.space | Emma Ascott

NYC’s new composting law fines landlords for failing to separate organic waste. Office buildings with food services must comply with NYC’s mandatory composting or face penalties. Landlords must invest in waste management or risk fines as NYC ramps up compost law enforcement. In New York City, it’s now illegal not to compost. While that may first seem like a headache only residents need to shoulder, many business and commercial property owners must also comply with the new law.
What If Your Colleague Doesn’t Hope This Email Finds You Well?

1 week ago | allwork.space | Emma Ascott
As Job Markets Dry Up, More Young Adults Are Choosing To Work For Their Parents

1 week ago | allwork.space | Emma Ascott

Faced with a stubbornly uncertain job market, many young professionals are turning to a path once seen as a fallback: working for their parents. What was once considered a last resort is increasingly becoming a strategic — and often permanent — career move. The number of small businesses employing adult children of the owner has doubled since 2018, with a 13% rise in just the past year, according to payroll data from Gusto.
New Survey Reveals Shifting Opinions On Child Labor In America

1 week ago | allwork.space | Emma Ascott

Governor Ron DeSantis’ administration has proposed significant changes to Florida’s child labor laws, part of a broader push that could see more teenagers entering the workforce. DeSantis has floated the idea of a younger workforce as a potential solution to replace migrant labor due to ongoing labor shortages. This policy direction coincides with a growing shift in public opinion nationwide.