Here's what ‘job cuffing’ is and how to avoid it
The recent trend has workers sticking it out at their jobs a little longer before searching for the next great opportunity.
Best Buy combating theft with higher staffing levels in stores
Best Buy CEO Corrie Barry acknowledged the nationwide problem but said the electronics retailer has not experienced the significant loss competitors have thanks to its strategy of higher staffing levels, security, and full-service check-outs.
St. Petersburg's shop local festival kicks off with hundreds of vendors
The 2023 Shopapalooza festival hosts a big weekend celebration for small businesses across the Tampa Bay Area.
Bay Area woman brings shareable closet of clothes to rent with Valhalla Resale
When Danielle Ferrari was starting her business, she had a goal in mind.
Gen Z attitude toward 9-to-5 job sparking debate about the difference in generational work ethics
Research shows Gen Z has different priorities when it comes to their workday. But, experts argue it's less about their willingness to work and more about their approach to work.
Amazon warns employees: No promotions without following in-office mandate
Amazon employees who don’t abide by the company’s return-to-office mandate could jeopardize their pursuit of promotions.
Black Restaurant Week showcases new, growing Blacked-owned eateries in Tampa
As more new restaurants line the streets of Tampa, the city is shining a spotlight on the Black-owned eateries on the food scene during Black Restaurant Week.
Chipotle founder opening robot-powered, meat-free restaurants
Each store will be manned by 3 people who will team up with robots to make meat-free burgers, faux chicken sandwiches, salads and acai bowls.
Planet Fitness considers raising its $10 membership fee
The fitness chain’s interim CEO discussed a potential price hike on memberships, a move the company has not made in years.
Study: Long-term care costs the most in these US states
The study found that nursing home care costs an average of $108,405 annually.
Starbucks CEO rolls out ‘triple shot’ strategy for growth
Narasimhan has been CEO for less than year.
Report: You would need to earn six figures to afford a median-priced home in the US
The Associated Press reported that home sales continue to decline but prices continue to climb.
Child care costs are highest in these cities, data reveals
Child care costs in the United States have risen over 30% since 2019, new data by Bank of America shows.
Businesses incorporate Artificial Intelligence into customer service
Amber Beilstein has to stay on top of the care of her 8-year-old dog. When she has questions, she turns to a vet care on-demand app called Umbrella AI, which uses artificial intelligence.
St. Pete business chosen as first FRESH Pace Healthy Neighborhood Store
Mike Jaber knows just about everyone who walks into his store.
How to get rehired by a former employer: 'More common than people realize'
Some employees realize — after leaving a job and an employer — that they'd like to return to their former workplace. Here's how to navigate this scenario and what to know.
Abercrombie & Fitch hit with lawsuit alleging former CEO ran sex-trafficking organization
A former model for Abercrombie & Fitch has sued the fashion retailer, alleging it allowed its former CEO Mike Jeffries to run a sex-trafficking organization during his 22-year tenure.
McDonald's ditching one of its most recognizable utensils
The switch at McDonald's is part of how the company is redesigning some of its most "iconic products" to cut back on unnecessary waste and transition to more sustainable materials.
Taco Bell wins ‘Taco Tuesday’ trademark fight in all 50 states
Taco Bell won a legal battle that began during the summer. Now, restaurants can use the phrase without any legal issues.
Brazilian food manufacturer invests $200M to build warehouse on Pasco County site
Bauducco Foods recently purchased 72 acres of the Zephyrhills Municipal Airport Industrial Park. The property is a part of a Pasco EDC program. The manufacturer, known for its panettones and biscuits, plans to invest $200 million into building a 400,000-square-foot facility that would create 600 jobs.