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29 minutes ago
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WeTransfer prompts outrage with new terms and conditions
A change to WeTransfer's terms and conditions has prompted global outrage. The company has now reversed its more controversial updates and suggested that the outcry was the result of 'confusion'. WeTransfer allows users to upload files so that they can be sent to other people on the internet, who can then download them again. A recent change to its terms, which was due to go into effect on 8 August, gave it the ability to use uploaded files 'improve performance of machine learning models'. It is part of a sweeping set of rules that allow WeTransfer to use files in a variety of ways, which it said are necessary to power the service. But those changes, particularly those that suggested that private files could be used to train artificial intelligence tools, prompted outcry and suggestions that people should use other competitors instead. Now, WeTransfer has told the BBC that it doesn't 'use machine learning or any form of AI to process content shared via WeTransfer, nor do we sell content or data to any third parties'. The clause had been added to allow it to potentially use 'AI to improve content moderation' and limit the spread of harmful content, it said. But it said that it would alter the terms to make 'the language easier to understand'. 'This passage may have caused confusion for our customers,' it told the BBC. WeTransfer has now tweaked the rules so that WeTransfer still has license to use the content that is uploaded but to remove reference to artificial intelligence. 'You hereby grant us a royalty-free license to use your Content for the purposes of operating, developing, and improving the Service, all in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy,' the updated change now reads. The company did not immediately respond to a request for comment from The Independent. They will still go into effect on 8 August. Sign in to access your portfolio
Fast Company
17 hours ago
- Fast Company
You can envision and obtain your ideal job
At the Exceptional Women Alliance (EWA), we empower high-level women to mentor one another, encouraging personal and professional fulfillment through meaningful connections. This month I am delighted to introduce Mary Knobler, a retired managing director in the finance sector. Mary was a senior fellow in the Advanced Leadership Initiative at Harvard and holds a master's degree in negotiation and conflict resolution from Columbia University. Mary shares her insights on how professionals can design work that reflects their values, strengths, and aspirations Q: That's a bold promise. How does someone start? Mary Knobler: Career alignment begins with better self-inquiry. High performers often ignore quiet discomfort because they fear appearing ungrateful or disloyal. But ignoring misalignment costs companies in innovation and retention. Ask yourself these foundational questions: – What values must a workplace reflect to feel worthy of your energy? – What conditions allow your full engagement and flow? – Which dealbreakers should you never tolerate again? The most successful professionals don't just chase opportunity—they evaluate it against what matters most to them. Writing is an effective tool for uncovering values and purpose. Putting thoughts on paper helps turn vague unease into grounded strategy. Then we can begin to align our work with our inner compass, and that's where true momentum begins. Q: What common traps stop people from designing better-fit roles? Knobler: One trap is mistaking busyness for progress. High performers often remain in roles that no longer fit, simply because daily demands leave no space for reflection. Many professionals are rewarded for endurance, not alignment. But being good at hard things doesn't mean staying in situations that no longer fit. A clear framework—one that names must-haves, growth goals, and non-negotiables—helps people shift from reacting to designing. That's when work starts to feel more authentic, energizing, and sustainable. Q: How can leaders foster this clarity for teams? Knobler: Psychological safety is the hidden catalyst. Teams that trust each other are more likely to speak up when a role no longer fits—and proactively redesign work before burnout hits. Simple, well-timed questions to your team members goes a long way: – What part of your job energizes you most right now? – What's something you'd be excited to grow into over the next six months? – Where are we unintentionally asking too much of you? These check-ins support retention, surface leadership potential, and reduce the silent disengagement that often precedes departure. Q: What practical tool makes this real? Knobler: A simple three-column exercise works at every level: 1. Must-haves: conditions necessary for focus, trust, and satisfaction 2. Nice-to-haves: preferences that enhance performance and morale 3. Dealbreakers: red lines that drain energy or violate values This isn't a wishlist. It's a professional boundary map. For example, a seasoned executive may list 'autonomy in decision making' as a must-have, and 'toxic competitiveness' as a dealbreaker. Once clarified, these patterns guide negotiations, job searches, and even internal redesigns. This tool is especially powerful during transitions such as promotions, new leadership, organizational shifts, because it reinforces what matters most before making big decisions. Q: What mindset shift supports this practice? Knobler: Silence is strategic. Many fast-moving executives underestimate the value of quiet time. A brief daily pause—whether through meditation, breathwork, or a quiet walk—helps leaders respond rather than react. This practice builds discernment, clarity, and steady judgment. Pausing to check in with one's values is not a delay; it's preparation. Stillness sharpens decision making, especially in high-stakes conversations and negotiations. When personal alignment meets professional vision, confidence becomes quieter, more grounded—and carries more influence. Q: How does this approach help with self-advocacy and negotiation? Knobler: Those who clarify what they need are more confident in voicing it. Self-advocacy isn't about asking for more—it's about asking for better alignment. When someone knows their core strengths and conditions for success, negotiation becomes a collaborative act, not a confrontation. For example, reframing a promotion conversation around 'the kind of work that brings out my best' often yields more support than defensively voicing dissatisfaction. Teams appreciate clarity, especially when it's grounded in self-awareness and tied to shared outcomes. Q: What should every ambitious professional remember today? Knobler: High achievers often accept roles by default instead of by design. But the strongest careers grow when professionals regularly ask: – What matters most now? – Does this role still match that? – Where have I outgrown the work I'm doing? Work that aligns with current values and strengths supports longevity and resilience, both for individuals and their organizations. The goal isn't perfection. The goal is fit, and fit is dynamic. Regular reflection helps people evolve their careers with intention instead of inertia. When work is grounded in purpose, it fuels energy, strengthens confidence, and opens doors to meaningful growth. By asking the right questions and honoring what matters most, people can build careers that are fulfilling and successful.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
'I promised Delia we would open our chequebook'
Norwich City's majority shareholder Mark Attanasio, pictured with his son Mike, flew in to speak to fans at Carrow Road [Rob Butler/BBC] A new era of financial strength is well under way at Norwich City, but supporters may have to remain patient for a revamp of the stadium. That was the message from the football club's top brass when they spoke to Canaries fans about the big issues. Advertisement Majority shareholder Mark Attanasio, who fronts the FB Norfolk Holdings group, had flown in from the United States hot on the heels of the £6.9m signing of Danish international Mathias Kvistgaarden. The American said he had told his predecessors, Delia Smith and Michael Wynn Jones, that the group would "open our chequebooks" as they chased a return to the Premier League. After a disappointing 13th place finish in the Championship last season, a change of head coach has led to a busy transfer window, giving supporters hope of an upturn in fortunes. Attanasio said: "One of the pledges I actually made to Delia and Michael before was that we would open our chequebook and do everything we could to make the team as best as it can be – something that the community could keep being proud of. Advertisement "The goal is, of course, to get back to the Premier League." The businessman also owns the Milwaukee Brewers baseball team in the US, and he has ensured Norwich benefit from shared knowledge, including a need to specialise in young talent. He added: "If you have a younger club who can keep bringing players up, you can sustain success. That's what we've done with Milwaukee in the last seven years "We've been in the play-offs six years out of seven and this year we have the third most wins out of 15 in the National League, all with really young players." Senior Norwich City staff took part in a special BBC Radio Norfolk Scrimmage Q&A [Henry Miller/BBC] Johannes Hoff Thorup was dismissed as the club's head coach in April after struggling to achieve consistent results with a young squad. Advertisement Attanasio is confident new head coach Liam Manning, brought in after leading Bristol City to the Championship play-offs, will do a better job. He added: "That has to translate on to the pitch... and we needed a coach who could develop players but also needed a coach who could win. "[Manning] took a club last year who didn't have the resources we had – or, at least, didn't spend the resources – to a play-off spot, and that's the goal for this year." About 150 Canaries supporters attended the special Scrimmage event [Henry Miller/BBC] Attanasio and Manning sat alongside sporting director Ben Knapper and executive director Zoe Webber for a special episode of BBC Radio Norfolk's Scrimmage show at Carrow Road on Tuesday. Advertisement A question about the potential for the club's 27,000-seater stadium to be expanded was among those asked. Webber said: "We're looking at a few projects in and around the stadium. It is incumbent on us to make sure that we are using all of the space that we've got in the stadium and bringing that up to a good standard, first and foremost. "We've had a look at plans for the City Stand – some were leaked online recently, some visuals – so it is very much something we are looking at. "But at the moment it is quite cost-prohibitive, and we need to work through the feasibility of these projects going forward." Advertisement Attanasio was able to offer one update about the stadium which brought cheers, though. He said: "Our goal is to cherish this facility. I do have a request from Delia that we keep the name 'Carrow Road'." Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Related stories Related internet links
