The average price of a gallon of gas across the country rose to $2.40 on Monday, according to data compiled by the American Automobile Association (AAA) via The South Florida Sun-Sentinel. That price rise is the highest in 11 months—which seems a bit odd, considering we’re in the midst of the worst part of the pandemic so far. Many businesses are still shut, theaters and restaurants are closed, and millions of people are still working from home. And vacations? Forget about them. … [Read more...] about Why are gas prices rising? Here’s the weird but simple reason you’re paying more right now
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Independent auditors are struggling to hold AI companies accountable
The auditors themselves also don’t have a clear reason to be as critical as necessary—especially if the company they’re auditing is the one writing the check. It’s a mistake to assume that analyzing algorithms is a purely mathematical process with an objectively correct answer—there are countless subjective choices in each specific audit. These choices can easily tip an audit towards a favorable view of the client. If there isn’t a market incentive or governmental backstop to prevent that, this will happen far more often than it should, and algorithmic auditing won’t be as effective. … [Read more...] about Independent auditors are struggling to hold AI companies accountable
5 ways to ask your boss for more flexibility at work
Of course, home isn’t the only place you can work anymore and with more flexibility. It’s likely you’ll have more options to work from an increased number of places—and the ability to “work from anywhere.” With hands-free technology or earbuds, perhaps you can even take a low-pressure call during your commute on the train. When work can happen from anywhere, options are expanded. At some point, when the world opens up further, you may be able to ask for access to your company’s local location or at a co-working space. … [Read more...] about 5 ways to ask your boss for more flexibility at work
Why taking up an ‘anti-expert mindset’ leads you to fresh ideas
PICK LOW-RISK SITUATIONS FOR EXPERIMENTATION High-stakes presentations where critical stakeholders expect your recommendations are not the place to try on this approach. Instead, consider your team and cross-functional meetings that are lower in visibility. These lower-risk situations provide you with a more comfortable place to practice and start creating a new habit. Discussions at the front end of new projects are also great times to practice asking questions instead of demonstrating your expertise. … [Read more...] about Why taking up an ‘anti-expert mindset’ leads you to fresh ideas