Home Depot is Giving $1 Billion in Raises to its Employees and Investing the Same Next Year
The Home Depot announced this week that it is investing a billion dollars of its profit into employee raises—and making it permanent.
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Survey Finds Working From Home Has So Many Benefits, 48% of Workers Would Take Pay Cut to Continue
In addition to workers diverting tons of CO2 from the atmosphere with the absence of their daily commute, they're also happier and more productive.
Nevada Bans Discrimination Against Any Job Seekers Testing Positive for Marijuana Except in Public Safety
This first-of-its-kind piece of legislation will protect thousands of marijuana users from facing potential discrimination while applying for jobs.
Social Media is Melting Over Cashier's Kindness Towards Special Needs Girl at the Supermarket - Watch
This 9-year-old girl doesn't often say "I love you" to anyone, let alone strangers - but this compassionate supermarket cashier deserved an exception.
Waiter Gets $1,000 Tip and Shares It With Entire Staff
A diner who was celebrating his birthday at The Ginger Man in Albany, N.Y., last week tipped server Michael Shafts $1,000, along with the message, "Pay it forward." And, Shafts did pay it forward, sharing half the tip with his co-workers.
Watch What Happens When You Leave A Hotel Cleaner A $500 Tip
Kyle and Josh from Give Back Films surprised a hotel housekeeper with a pile of cash on the bed, just to make her day. They left a note scrawled with a smiley face and some assurance, 'This is A Tip for You!'
(UPDATED w/ Video) Harvard Students Take Time to Thank the Janitors
The Harvard Business School took some time last week to show their gratitude for all the work that goes into the MBA experience. The Give Thanks project involved faculty and students being kind to the staff who works so hard every day. The school's Harbus News reported some plans to deliver more than 900 personally written thank-you notes, as well as bringing coffee and bagels to the staff break room.
Daily Pizza, Along With a Hunch, Likely Saved Customer's Life
An 82-year-old Memphis woman ordered a pizza from Dominoes every day at noon for the past 3 years. That consistency, along with a caring Dominoes worker, probably saved her life.
Walmart and Aspen Institute Announce $5.5 Mil Grant to Pave Career Pathways for Retail Workers
The Walmart Foundation and the Aspen Institute last week unveiled a $5.5 million grant to help retail workers advance.
CEO Gifts 400 Apartments and 1,200 Cars to His Employees
After handsomely giving flats, jewelry, and cars to over 1,000 of his employees, Savji Dholakia is officially the best boss ever.
Mall of America to Close on Thanksgiving For the First Time Ever
It's a Thanksgiving miracle! Over 15,000 employees will now get to spend the holiday with their family instead of working.
Home Depot Workers Use Building Skills to Help Sick Baby Walk
Silas's mother didn't know how to find her disabled son a walker after he'd outgrown every model on the market – so these employees simply made their own.
Chick-Fil-A Employees Step in When Kids Won't Play With Disabled Boy
These Chick-Fil-A workers weren't about to let Caleb Merriken use the force by himself just because the other kids were mean to him.
Barista Learns Sign Language To Make Deaf Customer Feel Welcome
This sweet gesture should win the award for 'Best Customer Service of 2016'.
Grateful For American Dream, Immigrant CEO Shares Millions With Workers at Chobani
Just in case you need another reason to love Chobani yogurt, their CEO is spreading the wealth, big time, as a thank you to his employees.
Philadelphia Cab Driver Gets $1,000 Tip For Two-Minute Drive
A taxi driver in Philadelphia was "shocked and overjoyed" when he received a $989.98 tip on a $4.31 fare 12 days before Christmas. Taxi driver Oumar Maiga, who always has a smile on his face, was working the late shift for Freedom Taxi service when the generous passenger flagged down his cab for a quick two-minute ride. After finding out the man's evening had been hectic, the mysterious rider said he was going to "take care of him."
Gas Station Attendant is Giddy When Surprised With New Bike From Regular Customer
This gas station attendant will no longer have to walk 2 hours to and from work every day, thanks to one of his compassionate regular customers.
Detroit Just Hired 8,000 Youths for Summer Jobs
The city of Detroit is making sure that their local youths are given valuable work experience over the summer.
100-Year-old Still Volunteers For Charity More Than Anyone Else
This centenarian is being honored for working at his local Habitat For Humanity more than any of his younger counterparts.
Yum! Brands Now Gives New Parents Generous Extended Family Leave
Yum! Brands now offers a generous new parental time-off policy, making them more competitive in the corporate market.
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