U.S. Workers More Productive in 1Q -- But Just Barely
U.S. worker productivity barely grew from January through March after shrinking in the final three months of 2012.
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How to Trade Retirement for More Time Off
Houston tax attorney David Shoemaker doesn't want to wait around for retirement. Instead, he has opted for a job that gives him three months off each year so he can enjoy life now. Here's how he traded his future retirement for quality of life today.
Why Workers Are More Stressed Out Than Ever
After years of recession and a less than stellar economic recovery, growing numbers of worker are feeling the emotional toll. More of them than ever feel undervalued, stressed out, and dissatisfied with their jobs, a new survey finds.
People@Work: Winter's Blasts Affect Not Only Hiring but Output, Too
It's hard to fathom that something as mundane as weather could affect employment statistics. But it clearly does. And it also has big impact on how much work actually gets done. And beyond the snows of winter, there's distractions like the Super Bowl that keep worker from their duties.
People@Work: Boomers Are Turning 65 -- but Staying on the Job
The dawning of 2011 marks a milestone: The first of the nation's 76 million baby boomers turn 65, the traditional retirement age. New polls, however, show that for a range of reasons few boomers of this age are ready to retire. In fact, some don't ever expect to stop working.
People@Work: The Case for Modestly Higher Wages in 2011
Recession-weary workers may finally get some encouraging news: Private-sector annual wages will improve in the coming months, albeit modestly, according to data compiled by BNA, publisher of Daily Labor Report.
UBS to Employees: You Must Dress Like Bankers
In a bid to promote a more polished image, Swiss-banking giant UBS is giving employees a 43-page guide that advises them on how to dress to impress when dealing with clients, in extreme detail. Do: Wear jackets buttoned. Don't: Let underwear be seen.
Millions of Unemployed Face a Loss of Benefits
Americans who have been jobless for long periods are keenly awaiting congressional action on the latest extension of benefits. With a midnight deadline looming, some 2 million people face losing their only source of income.
Tribune CEO Randy Michaels Expected to Resign This Week
Tribune CEO Randy Michaels is expected to resign after The New York Times reported he has fostered a sexist "frat house" culture at the news company. Employees said he encouraged sexual innuendo, profanity, poker parties and other bawdy behavior, according to the story.
The Lawsuits That Could Unravel American Apparel
The renegade clothing maker and retailer led by the outrageous Dov Charney faces high-drama legal problems worthy of a daytime soap: sexual harassment suits, a wage-and-hour suit, immigration problems and shareholder suits. But federal probes into accounting issues could be the biggest threats to its existence.
Lawsuit Accuses Citigroup of Favoring Men in Layoffs
A lawsuit filed Wednesday accuses Citigroup of discrimination by laying off a disproportionate number of women during the financial crisis. In the company's Public Finance Department, for example, the percentage of female managing directors and directors fell from 11% to 7%, according to the suit.
Obama Launches Initiative to Boost Worker Skills
In an effort to boost worker skills to better match the needs of employers, President Barack Obama today unveiled Skills For America's Future, a new initiative to increase workforce development, worker training and job placement.
People@Work: As Summer Ends, Some Workers Feel It's Time to Go
After so many layoffs in recent years, workers still on the job are feeling overworked and unappreciated. The lack of promotions, incompetent coworkers and uncommunicative bosses are prompting many to consider chucking it all for another job.