List of companies laying off employees in June
Large companies, including Coca-Cola, Walmart, and UPS, are among the hundreds of companies laying off workers in June.
Popular airline is forcing some employees to pay them back—here's why
A popular airline is forcing some of its employees to pay them back. Here's why.
Fury as mom demands coworker gives up vacation for her kids' Disney trip
The employee told Newsweek that she eventually reported her coworker to her company's HR team for "harassment."
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How Campbell's and Ace Hardware are appealing to Gen Z workers
These companies with large blue-collar workforces are favored by Gen Z, thanks to unique opportunities for entrepreneurship and career development.
Working extreme hours may change your brain
Those working 52+ hours a week show "significant changes" in brain regions involved in memory, problem-solving and decision-making.
A unifying company culture can bridge generational divides in the workplace
"When you put them on projects together, you're seeing both of them learn new things and collectively develop their skills," Corporate consultant Katie Smith said.
Capitalism Isn't Working for the Poor. Let's Try Something Else | Opinion
It's time to admit that our "one size fits all" capitalist system isn't working for everyone.
College graduates are feeling pessimistic about the job market. here's why
Why college grads are getting the cold shoulder from employers
Internet in disbelief over question asked during job interview: "Illegal"
Social media users were outraged by the interview question in the viral post, with one saying "run from this company, don't walk."
List of companies laying off employees in May
Companies are required to send out a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) notice before implementing mass layoffs.
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How to make well-being a leadership priority
Senior leaders at Walmart, Merck and NatWest Group are taking initiative on the matter of employee well-being.
China's economy faces rise of 'rat people'
Facing a hyper competitve job market and stagnating wages, a growing number of Chinese are dropping out, spending entire days in bed or surfing the internet.
IRS urges millions to check tax withholding now
By checking tax withholding, individuals can prevent having to owe additional money and any potential penalties at tax time.
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How neuroaesthetics can make workplaces—and workers—better
The emerging field within neuroscience is helping us understand the links between design, art and brain activity—and how they can enhance the work experience.
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Laid-off federal workers face challenging job prospects
"Newly laid off federal employees are joining a job market that's already competitive," one economist points out.
Minimum wage increase for 20 million proposed under new bill
The federal minimum wage has remained at $7.25 since 2010, marking the longest period without an increase since the federal minimum wage was introduced in 1938.
Americans brace for summer of layoffs
A staggering 81 percent of workers fear job loss this year.
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Workday chief people officer Ashley Goldsmith on leading through change
In a sit-down interview, Goldsmith shared her thoughts on AI in HR and understanding employee sentiment.
Why hiring Gen Z has "positive influence" on team, says millennial boss
Sophia Gowland told Newsweek that her Gen Zers aren't afraid to "challenge outdated norms" and prioritize themselves over work.
Millennial posts tearful video after dream job rejection—then came response
"I have been laid off and applying for jobs for over two years and was at rock bottom," Amanda Swetish told Newsweek.
Fired federal workers flood "brutally competitive" job market
Workers axed as part of DOGE's mass layoffs are facing shrinking job openings and a market "frozen" by uncertainty, experts said.
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The differences between mentorship and sponsorship
In the new book "The Doors You Can Open," Rosalind Chow explains how sponsorship is not just another word for mentorship. The two concepts have key differences.
CEO logs on to interview job candidate, unprepared for what he sees
Aidan Cramer told Newsweek he thought it was a prank, but when he told the candidate her behavior was "not very professional," she wasn't perturbed.
CCTV captures moment woman "minding my business" assaulted by dust devil
Leslie Holt was heading home from a day at work when a gust of wind turned into something significantly more dramatic.
WFH? Move to one of these cities—They're not where you'd expect
Weather, visa policies, internet speed and the ease of making friends are among the top considerations for digital nomads, experts told Newsweek.
US jobs growth explodes in major win for Trump
The U.S. added 228,000 jobs in March, well ahead of expectations, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2 percent.
IRS announces changes just in time for Tax Day
Thousands of probationary employees at the IRS who were laid off earlier this year have been told to report back to work by April 14, according to reports.
"AI imposter" candidate discovered during job interview, recruiter warns
Although Bettina Liporazzi had her doubts about the candidate from the beginning, seeing how realistic they were during the call was a "creepy experience."
Internet backs worker who got tired of rude parents—then came up with plan
Social media users were amused by the worker's "brilliant" solution in the viral post, with one saying "never thought to do this."
QVC and HSN lay off hundreds of employees
The move is part of an ongoing, company-wide restructuring as the legacy retail media brands reckon with consumers shifting away from cable TV.