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Why I Negotiated for a 4-Day Workweek Instead of a Raise

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In 2021, a viral article about “languishing” gave name to this collective ennui and lack of motivation. The post Why I Negotiated for a 4-Day Workweek Instead of a Raise appeared first on SUCCESS. Taking a more humane tack isn’t just a “nice” thing to do; it’s the smart way to win the talent wars. Photo by @Hanni/Twenty20.

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U.S. Labor Agency Pushes For Reopening 23 Starbucks Stores Amid Unionization Dispute

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stores vote to unionize since 2021, amidst over 100 complaints lodged against the company for purportedly engaging in illegal anti-union practices. This legal challenge coincides with Starbucks releasing a shareholder-requested report on its labor practices, conducted by an independent consultant.

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A quick explainer for COP26 — here’s how climate negotiations work and what’s at stake

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For two weeks this November, world leaders and national negotiators will meet in Glasgow, Scotland, to discuss what to do about climate change. I worked for the United Nations for several years as a law and policy adviser and have been involved in international negotiations. What is COP26? 31 through Nov. Why is COP26 so important?

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WeWork Preparing to File for Bankruptcy Amid Massive Debt and Losses

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The SoftBank Group-supported firm has seen its shares plummet by 32% in after-hours trading following the initial report by the Wall Street Journal, contributing to a total drop of approximately 96% over this year. The flexible workspace provider is contemplating filing a Chapter 11 petition in New Jersey, as per the WSJ’s sources.

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New York Times Employees Stage 24-Hour Walkout Following Failed Contract

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This marks the first strike of its kind at the publication in over 40 years, with employees expressing frustration that contract bargaining has been ongoing since March of 2021. . According to Stacy Cowley, a finance reporter and union representative, union members are seeking a 10% pay raise, as well as 5.5%

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True Gender Equality Is Still 151 Years Away—Despite Recent Milestones

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Despite the pandemic—though workplaces are still notably dominated by men— the number of female employees in the workplace has “surpassed prepandemic levels” as of September 2022, according to a USA Today report , making the glass ceiling feel… destructible. According to the same report , The U.S. As of 2022, the U.S.

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9 Tough (and Necessary) Lessons Entrepreneurs Must Learn

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Nancy Ganz, author, mediator and negotiator. It’s amazing to be in charge of your own schedule —to realize your unique visions and to not have to report to a boss. This article originally appeared in the September/October 2021 issue of SUCCESS magazine. Persist—then keep on persisting. Persistence of vision is key.

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