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Employee Well-being

National Interest
Burnout Surging Among US Workers — These Groups Are Hit Hardest, New Study Finds Burnout Surging Among US Workers — These Groups Are Hit Hardest, New Study Finds Burnout Surging Among US Workers — These Groups Are Hit Hardest, New Study Finds
Burnout Surging Among US Workers — These Groups Are Hit Hardest, New Study Finds A growing number of American workers say they're feeling overwhelmed on the job — and it's getting worse. In a new survey from consulting firm Robert Half released on Tuesday, Mar. 25, 36 percent of US professionals said they feel burned out at work. One in three also reported increased burnout over the past year. Heavy workloads and long hours concern many workers, with 40 percent of respondents citing them as the top reason for burnout. Other worries include a lack of support or recognition from their manager (30%) and limited opportunities to grow professionally (27%). Young profes…

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by Chris Spiker
Amherst, MA
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Big Y Closing All Locations For 2 Days Big Y Closing All Locations For 2 Days Big Y Closing All Locations For 2 Days
Big Y Closing All Locations For 2 Days All Big Y stores will be closed on Thanksgiving and Black Friday this year. The move was made to give employees a break amid the extra stress of the COVID-19 pandemic, the owners said. On Nov. 26-27 all Big Y World ClassMarkets, Table & Vine, and Fresh Acres will be closed. Big Y will close its convenience and gas locations - Big Y Express - on Thanksgiving but not Black Friday. "The resilience of our teams has been remarkable, and we are thrilled to be able to thank them with a well-deserved break,” said Richard D. Bossie, senior vice president of operations and customer experience. …

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by Kristin Palpini