Costco Is Raising Hourly Wages for Employees, According to an Internal Memo from the CEO
In an internal memo sent on Monday, CEO Ron Vachris informed employees of the $1 an hour pay raise.
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The 20-Step Guide to Rebranding Your Company Online
When rebranding your company, consider these 20 essential action items to ensure a smooth transition and maintain and enhance your evolving digital reputation.
Nvidia and the Magnificent Seven Have ‘Immense Returns,’ but Strategists Say There Are Risks
The Magnificient Seven includes Nvidia, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Google, and Tesla.
Don’t Let These 3 Common Obstacles Get in Your Way — Here’s How to Turn Them Into Building Blocks for Success
We all have limitations we bring to the table — but these three business challenges are ones almost everyone is bound to face. Here’s how you can ensure you have the right tools in your tool belt to overcome those challenges with ease.
‘I Could Not Believe My Eyes’: 75-Year-Old Woman Battling Cancer Wins $5 Million Scratch-Off Game
How a frustrating day at the airport led to a windfall for a great-grandmother in Pennsylvania.
Gen Z Employees Lack Enthusiasm About Work. Here’s Why — Plus 3 Ways to Start Motivating Them.
Many leaders are still viewing the workplace like a photographer with only one lens, but younger generations grew up with an entirely different worldview.
Starbucks Is Giving Away a Free Gift Today
Starbucks is giving customers in search of a cool treat a little something extra for one day only.
CEO of Tesla Rival Drops Salary to $1 to Cover Bankruptcy Costs
Henrik Fisker and his wife will both take a hit to their paychecks.
Don’t Be Coy With Your Employees — Here’s What Healthy Transparency Looks Like
Organizations need to stop being coy about building relationships with future talent and retaining the talent they already have.
McDonald’s Is Turning Jobs into Degrees By Helping Employees Earn College Credits Just for Working
The fast-food chain is working with community colleges to translate job skills into academic credits.