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Japan’s Political Parties Propose 42% Minimum Wage Increase

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The wage-hike pledges particularly threaten small businesses, which account for two-thirds of jobs and over half of economic output, as they are already struggling to manage rising costs. It’s already hard to cope with minimum wages of 1,000 yen,” said Takeshi Nishimura, a manager at Big Yosan supermarket in Yokohama. “If

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Volkswagen Workers Give Management Final Ultimatum Before Striking

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Volkswagen workers said its management had one last chance to compromise on Monday or risk strikes on a scale not previously seen by the German carmaker, as talks began in a bitter standoff over wage cuts and plant closures. In the 1970s, a last-minute agreement over pay disputes was reached the night before strikes were due to begin.

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UltraSoftBIS Delivers Seamless API Integration with Access Financial Management Software

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UltraSoftBIS , an all-in-one integrated software solution for operators of coworking spaces, flexible workspaces and more, is pleased to announce the successful implementation of a bespoke API integration with Access Financial Management Software.

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Pennsylvania Representatives Propose Bills in Favor of a Four-Day Work Week

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Roni Green (D-Philadelphia) is proposing a bill to reduce the standard workweek for businesses with more than 500 employees — from 40 hours to 32 hours, according to ABC 27. Dave Madsen (D-Dauphin) is proposing a separate bill to create a three-year pilot program for 70 Pennsylvania businesses to implement a four-day workweek.

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U.S. Telework Success Story Faces Uncertain Future

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Telework has proven its value, yet the proposed shift raises questions about resource allocation, workplace logistics, and employee well-being. According to data from the White House Office of Personnel Management, employees who work remotely frequently report higher engagement levels 77% versus 59% among primarily in-office workers.

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Digital Tools Increasing Stress For Managers: 77% Employees Distracted By Notifications

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People Management reports that this leads to an estimated 160 distractions per week. The high frequency of digital interruptions also impacts mental health and burnout among employees as the constant connectivity heightens stress. “Nearly six in ten (59%) employees report that digital tools add to their workplace stress.

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It’s Time to Say “No” to Yes People

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This certainly holds true in the workplace, where many managers seem to love to surround themselves with yes people. Yes people evolve after disagreeing with their manager to catastrophic results, while watching others who never offer their own opinion and treat every wish as a command get rewarded. the creator of Wrigleys chewing gum.