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Why I Negotiated for a 4-Day Workweek Instead of a Raise

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In 2021, a viral article about “languishing” gave name to this collective ennui and lack of motivation. The crisis created an employee-driven talent marketplace as workers resigned in droves, fleeing inflexible bosses, draconian HR policies or roles they realized no longer interested them. Photo by @Hanni/Twenty20.

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The 6 Biggest Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 30s

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In 2023, the average age to buy a home leapt to 36—the oldest age on record and three years older than in 2021. Putting off getting life insurance Moore recommends her clients invest in private policies for life insurance in their 30s. Pursuing home ownership as a financial investment Thirty-somethings are delaying buying a home.

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New York Times Employees Stage 24-Hour Walkout Following Failed Contract

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This marks the first strike of its kind at the publication in over 40 years, with employees expressing frustration that contract bargaining has been ongoing since March of 2021. . raise, followed by 3% raises in 2023 and 2024 as part of the negotiated contract. .

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Lawsuits, Lost Expertise And Bad Morale: The Steep Risks Of Ignoring Older Employees

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In May of 2021 that number jumped to 78%. . She says that all companies need to create and enforce hiring and employment policies to reduce ageism. . In May of 2021 that number jumped to 78% — the highest number AARP has ever recorded since they began tracking in 2003. .

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Shining a Light on Black Assistants: It’s Not Black & White

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A Black History Month Collaboration by Bonnie Low-Kramen and Aaisha Joseph | February 1, 2021. After negotiations with one organization, I ended up agreeing to the initial salary offered (knowing the position called for considerably more). Thanks to Contributors Spencer Casseus, Melba J. Your voice matters. Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

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A quick explainer for COP26 — here’s how climate negotiations work and what’s at stake

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For two weeks this November, world leaders and national negotiators will meet in Glasgow, Scotland, to discuss what to do about climate change. I worked for the United Nations for several years as a law and policy adviser and have been involved in international negotiations. What is COP26? 31 through Nov.

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Get a better understanding of the science of climate change in just 6 charts

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But in order to better understand the policies and impacts of global warming, it’s useful to understand the science behind it. November’s UN climate conference, COP26, turned a spotlight on the climate crisis. I’m an atmospheric scientist who has worked on global climate science and assessments for most of my career.

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