Business
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Food access: The LA restaurant charging lower prices in poorer areas
Fast food restaurants don’t just lure people into eating their unhealthy food because it tastes good. Often enough, fast food is chosen because it’s cheaper than other options. If healthy fast food was the same low cost as McDonald’s, would people keep choosing to eat McDonald’s? That’s Read More...
Giant media publisher pledges to become carbon-neutral by 2030
The coronavirus pandemic may have infused the world with uncertainty, but one thing remains clear: the climate crisis is not going away. With that in mind, global media company Condé Nast, publisher of Vogue, GQ, The New Yorker, Wired, and others, has recently committed to becoming carbon-neutral Read More...
What does post-COVID-19 dining look like? QR code menus
This past week we dove into what dining out might look like in a post-COVID world. As one of the first countries to open up public activities again, Italy is giving us a glimpse into returning to normal life again. One big change: no more paper menus. To see food and beverage options, waiters Read More...
Why purpose-driven companies thrive during challenging times
Many businesses are struggling in the face of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, but some are also thriving. Although each has unique secrets to their success, one common thread is that most companies seeing growth right now have a purpose larger than profitability. This isn’t a new Read More...
The case for shifting to a four-day workweek for post-pandemic life
At The Optimist Daily, we’re putting a lot of focus on what the world can do after the pandemic to create a healthier, more sustainable, and more inclusive society. In New Zealand, one idea that was suggested by prime minister Jacinda Ardern is starting to gain a lot of traction: shifting to a Read More...
How to foster constructive debates within your work team
Working in a diverse workforce where different perspectives come together means learning to navigate conflict constructively. Debates at work can lead to new ideas, but if leaders don’t show receptiveness to different opinions, it will only undermine the whole purpose of having a diverse team. Read More...
Got back pains? Here’s how to ergonomically improve your workspace
Working from home is great for cutting down on your commute time, but your makeshift work station might not be doing your posture any favors. If you’re experiencing back, neck, or shoulder pain from your impromptu couch or kitchen table desk, here are some tips for improving your alignment for a Read More...
Canada’s stimulus plan ensures companies take action on climate change
Canada has a new plan to help companies stay afloat during the coronavirus and promote corporate sustainability. The new relief program provides bridge loans of up to $60 million and even up to $80 million for companies with annual revenue over $300, but companies applying for the loans must agree Read More...
Intel aims to be waste-free and use only clean energy by 2030
While it can almost feel natural to get skeptical when big companies make sustainability pledges, it’s important to remember the big impact these companies have at the end of the day. With that in mind, tech giant Intel has unveiled its environmental goals for 2030 this week, committing to cut Read More...
Twitter is encouraging its employees to continue working from home
As companies around the world are encouraging their employees to work from home to prioritize the health and safety of their workforce and communities amid coronavirus, some businesses are considering making working from home a permanent option for their employees. Just this week, we shared a story Read More...