Paramount CEO David Ellison praised employees for their commitment during the first week of returning to a five-day in-office work policy in Los Angeles and New York, emphasizing increased productivity and positive energy, as the company enforces a full-time office requirement by 2026 across its divisions.
The article emphasizes the importance of affirmation in the workplace, highlighting that despite increased focus on employee recognition, many employees still feel undervalued, and leaders are increasingly recognizing the need for genuine affirmation to boost motivation and engagement.
Citadel and Citadel Securities employees from their Asia-Pacific offices, along with their families, were treated to a three-day trip to Tokyo Disney by billionaire founder Ken Griffin to celebrate the firms' recent milestones. The trip, which included travel, accommodation, entertainment, tickets, and food, was organized as a replacement for a canceled event in Orlando due to COVID restrictions. Approximately 1,200 people attended the celebration, which featured a special anniversary party with performances by Maroon 5 and DJ Calvin Harris. Griffin's personal fortune is estimated to be around $33.5 billion.
A worker's TikTok video protesting the denial of a raise has gone viral, garnering 2.7 million views. The video shows the employee leaving work promptly at 5pm, the end of their shift, as a form of protest. Many viewers supported the worker's actions, expressing their own frustrations with being undervalued at work. A survey revealed that 48% of employees feel undervalued, which can lead to higher turnover rates and financial losses for businesses.
Autumn Lake Healthcare, a New Jersey-based healthcare operator, has purchased 12,000 tickets for Sunday's Orioles game, reserving the entire upper deck at Camden Yards for its employees. The purchase, costing over $500,000, is part of the company's employee appreciation efforts and includes an all-you-can-eat package. This is the largest group the Orioles have ever hosted at their stadium. Autumn Lake Healthcare operates 38 facilities in Maryland and has locations in other states as well.