As retail operators return to work this week after what was hopefully a busy Memorial Day weekend for them, they should be encouraged by some rare good news out of Washington D.C. The industry had some big wins last week …
The President recently made headlines with the release of his first draft budget proposal and while some convenience store operators might applaud the perceived “belt tightening”, leading brands need to be aware of a few hidden minefields. Most prominent among …
The actions this week by two state attorneys general over the constitutionality of President Trump’s overseas business dealings have very little to do with the P&Ls of operators. But here’s why it matters to your business and employees–In the grand …
In political terms, 2017 is what’s known as an “off year.” Only a few states have elections but two are for governorships – Virginia and New Jersey – and we have had a couple of notable congressional special elections thrown …
Minimum Wage Increases Fueling Faster Wage Growth For Those At The Bottom -The Washington Post Slow wage growth has plagued the economy ever since jobs started coming back after the Great Recession. But that has been changing, with wages rising …
This Union Defeated Airbnb. Now It’s Taking Aim At A New Target. -The New York Times The city is considering new rules that would effectively restrict most nonunion hotels from opening. Google Hires Firm Known For Anti-Union Efforts – …
A New Year’s Resolution For Corporations: Address The Trust Crisis -The Wall Street Journal “Trust is more important than ever to business success and sustainability over the long term,” Gallup said in a recent report on corporate reputation. “More than …
The New Paid Family Leave -The Washington Post From grandparent leave to paw-ternity, some companies are offering paid time off to care for relatives, train a pet or get acquainted with new grandchildren The Year Of The Gig Worker …
Rank-And-File Workers Get Bigger Raises -The Wall Street Journal Short supply of labor, minimum-wage rises and increased poaching have helped lift wages for lower-income workers. Her Job Requires 7 Apps. She Works Retail. – The New York Times Responding …
‘Every Little Bit Helps’: Minimum Wage To Rise In 24 States As A Movement Toward $15 An Hour Builds -USA TODAY The number of cities and counties with at least a $15 pay floor is set to double next year …
The Big Economic Lessons Of The Decade -The Washington Post The past 10 years provided valuable lessons on everything from health care to taxes. Another California Job Buster – The Wall Street Journal The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board …