Sparked by Pandemic Stresses, Unionizing Workers Seek Respect and a Place at the Table
While only a small number of retail stores have unionized, the growing popularity of the movement may herald…
Features August 16
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Warby Parker Plans 63 Layoffs to Enhance Agility Amid Uncertain Consumer Behavior
Warby Parker is cutting 63 corporate jobs as part of a restructuring effort, representing approximately 15% of its…
News August 10
Reports: Walmart Reportedly Lays Off 200 Corporate Executives to Position Itself for the Future
Walmart reportedly is laying off some corporate employees to “better position the company for a strong future,” according…
News August 4
Starbucks to Shutter 16 Stores for Safety Concerns, Including One Unionized Location
Starbucks will reportedly close 16 U.S. stores, mostly on the West Coast, due to safety concerns, according to…
News July 15
Instacart Aims to Improve Shopper Experience with New Rewards Program for Order Pickers and Drivers
Instacart has launched a rewards program for its Shoppers which offers workers incentives from both Instacart and third-party…
News July 11
Axonify Acquires Nudge to Enhance Frontline Training and Communication Capabilities
Employee training and communications software provider Axonify has acquired Nudge, an employee communication and execution platform. This combined…
News June 23
Reports: First Apple Store Successfully Unionizes; Starbucks Allegedly Closes Unionized Store in Retaliation
It’s a good news-bad news situation for retail unionization efforts. Apple reportedly experienced its first successful union vote,…
News June 21
Wrestling With Hiring Issues? Don’t Tap Out; try Untapped Labor Pools
If you’re feeling the pain of summer staffing woes, you’re not alone. The pandemic and ensuing “great reshuffle”…
Executive Viewpoints June 21
WSJ: Apple Raises Starting Associate Pay to $22/Hour Amid Rising Inflation
Apple is reportedly planning to boost starting pay for U.S. store associates to $22 per hour, and even…
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