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      Managers should listen to junior staff, offer good training but not pander to their every whim

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      Companies must take account of the snags before pursuing the trend

    • Wednesday, 2 February, 2022
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      Digital bank one of many companies changing work patterns as staff demand flexibility after pandemic

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