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Rethinking Work Perks: 5 Things Employees Want More Than ‘Fun’ At Work

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Benefits shouldn’t be just a tool for recruitment; they are a way to retain employees and increase the stability/health of an organization,” says Kate Lamb, an account executive for a public relations firm. Here are five ways companies can better serve their employees. Instead of company happy hours, consider flexible work schedules.

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Menswear With Meaning: Fashion Brand INHERENT Is Dedicated to Improving Men’s Mental Wellness

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The founder, chief creative officer and designer of INHERENT , a Colorado-based men’s fashion and lifestyle brand, developed his business based on the notion that dressing well is directly connected to mental wellness. Society’s “just be a man” attitude wasn’t serving him; he needed a different approach.

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Sweet Dreams Do Come True in Casa Kumwesu, an Ice Cream-Themed Airbnb in Texas

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We knew we always wanted a place that was ours, but that we could rent out when we weren’t in town.” Though there are no ice cream machines inside the house, guests often purchase ice cream from local businesses to leave in the freezer for the next travelers. Casa Kumwesu opened April 2023 on five acres of property in Waco.

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The New Migrant Workers: "Workampers", "Vanlifers" and Digital Nomads

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.  But these new migrants aren't like the old ones. The new migrants are often choosing this as a lifestyle or doing it to supplement their retirement. And at a time when 10,000 baby boomers are turning 65 every day, Social Security benefits have lost about a third of their purchasing power since 2000.

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Amid Convenience Culture, Gen Zers Embrace Boutique Shopping—Here’s Why

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Their shopping habits aren’t strictly confined to online—they are intentional and omnichannelled. Gen Zers will often browse online, but go to the physical store to purchase the products as they want to enjoy the in-person customer experience too,” according to Influencer Marketing Hub. Generation Z only knows a digitized world.

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If Sending Christmas Cards Feels Like a Chore, Here’s How to Politely Opt Out

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At minimum, there’s the business of purchasing, signing, addressing and mailing our greetings before the holidays arrive. Opting out of traditional cards isn’t shirking a tradition; it’s reclaiming time.” Mailing holiday cards is a popular tradition. But amid a busy season, the activity can create more stress than joy.

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This Artist Celebrates Self-Love and Body Representation Through Her Line of Candles Honoring Plus-Sized Figures

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When she initially wanted to purchase candle molds, most of the molds represented bodies that reflected beauty stereotypes. “I One of her job highlights was when she worked as a security guard at a Rihanna concert. Seeing her up close was amazing,” Morgan recalls. Since she loved her job, Morgan didn’t anticipate having a second career.

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