#employee-relations

#employee-relations

Firebrand Artisan Breads is closing its Uptown Oakland location due to financial challenges and insufficient city support, despite its effort to assist the community.

Royal Mail will be sold to Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky, marking a significant change in its 500-year history.

GM shuts down Cruise operations, blindsiding employees working on autonomous taxi services.

Cruise's mission will now integrate into GM's broader autonomous vehicle strategy.

The bank's redundancy scheme has sparked criticism from the FSU, especially given its timing just before Christmas.

AI is expected to significantly impact HR functions, particularly talent acquisition, in the coming year.

Oregon DHS employees are expressing dissatisfaction by voting no confidence in their director due to concerns for vulnerable individuals in their care.

2024 showcased tech's dramatic highs and lows, notably X's collapse and Amazon's workforce crisis.

Workplace gift-giving should follow the etiquette of flowing downward from management to employees to avoid creating pressure or discomfort.

DNC's recent layoffs have shocked staff, raising concerns about transparency and the party's commitment to its workers.

Ubisoft workers are striking over return-to-office policies and pay disputes amid poor sales and a drop in share price.

Loneliness in the workplace negatively impacts women's career progression and wellbeing, leading to dissatisfaction and attrition.

Mullenweg's $30,000 or six-month salary offer led to an 8.4% employee exit due to disagreement with his stance against WP Engine.

Boeing is freezing hiring and considering layoffs to manage financial stresses caused by a workers' strike.

Attracting the right talent, including freelancers, enhances business flexibility and creativity while maintaining strong core teams.

Effective communication between employees and employers is essential for business success and requires clear preferences, organized channels, and leadership guidance.

The federal government mandates more in-office work for civil servants despite workforce concerns about productivity and work-life balance.

Oversharing personal details with managers can lead to misunderstanding and discomfort in the workplace.

Superintendent Stephanie Anello was terminated due to allegations of neglecting bullying complaints within the Antioch Unified School District.

Stress bragging can harm workplace relationships and perception of competence, leading to alienation and increased burnout among colleagues.

Using a competing job offer to negotiate a raise can damage trust with your employer.

Addressing theft ethically involves a balance of compassion and responsibility.

It is crucial to communicate clearly with those involved in unethical behavior.

Gaslighting at work leads to decreased employee commitment and trust, resulting in a toxic work environment.

Discussing politics at work can harm relationships and team performance, necessitating boundaries on political discourse.

The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act allows employees to request flexible working from day one, impacting businesses' policies and requiring thoughtful preparation for the change.

ESPN's corporate culture is undergoing a seismic shift as it transforms from a television company to a streaming company.

In the past, ESPN fired employees who clashed with executives, but recently a star employee was not punished for criticizing a powerful executive.

Delta Air Lines banned employees from wearing non-U.S. country or nationality pins to ensure a safe, comfortable environment for all.