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Business News Roundup, Jan. 4, 2022

More changes to return-to-office plans due to COVID-19, "rampant" spread of the Omicron variant in Connecticut, and a new program to help essential workers in Connecticut impacted by the virus are among the top business news items this morning. National…

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Pandemic Has Helped Employer Support for Disabled Workers, Survey Finds

  • Disabled workers say employers have become more accommodating and understanding of their needs since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic
  • These workers were also more likely to weigh the availability of remote or hybrid options when considering a job opportunity
  • The survey showed broad support for disability etiquette training among both disabled and non-disabled respondents
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Census Report Highlights Vast Scale of Non-Employer Small Businesses

  • Census data highlights the major impact of non-employer businesses on the economy
  • More than four out of five businesses in the United States had no employees in 2018
  • Minorities were more likely to own non-employer firms
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Supreme Court to Hear Arguments Friday on OSHA Vaccine Mandate for Larger Employers

  • Supreme Court to hold a hearing Friday on arguments related to an OSHA rule on COVID-19 vaccines for employers with 100 or more workers
  • Emergency temporary standard was blocked by a federal circuit court, though this stay was lifted by the decision of another federal circuit court
  • The hearing will take place three days before OSHA says it will begin enforcing the provisions of the rule
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Be Patient; Refreshing a Brand Can Take Years

  • Refreshing a brand is a lengthy, multifaceted process that can take years
  • Businesses can take a new approach to their customer base, products, story, or company culture
  • Leveraging customer data is a crucial part of the process
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Managers Often Fear That Remote Work Will Hinder Collaboration; Might the Opposite Be True?

  • Managers often worry that remote work will not allow adequate collaboration among team members
  • A recent opinion piece in Entrepreneur argues that that remote work can actually be more beneficial for teams’ productivity
  • Avoiding office distractions and efforts to strengthen team relationships can have a positive impact
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Business News Roundup, Jan. 3, 2022

The end of the child tax credit, Omicron business disruptions, strong growth in public companies, and improved enthusiasm for the Connecticut economy are among the top business news items this morning. National January is set to be the first month…

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Connecticut Employees Can Now Receive Paid Leave Benefits Under State Program

  • Qualifying Connecticut employees can now begin collecting benefits under the state’s paid family and medical leave program
  • The program creates new responsibilities for smaller employers who were previously exempt from laws on employee leave
  • Employers must complete an employment verification form when an employee submits a leave request with the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority
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Business News Roundup, Dec. 30, 2021

A review of the "fully vaccinated" definition, upward pressure on the minimum wage, falling unemployment claims, and another record high for COVID-19 cases in Connecticut are among the top business news items this morning. National Centers for Disease Control Director…

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Women, Younger Workers More Likely to Suffer Burnout or Job Loss During Pandemic

  • Two reports from Gallup highlight disparities in how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted workers
  • Gap between women and men widens on burnout, with women significantly more likely to experience burnout
  • Younger workers more likely than older ones to experience career disruptions, stress, and other fallout during the pandemic
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