Gig workers from tech companies such as Uber and Lyft would be able to get as much as 15% of their compensation in stock with a proposal made public by the Securities and Exchange Commission. SEC Chairman Jay Clayton says the proposal lets workers participate "in the growth of the companies that their efforts support," but critics say the rules favor the companies, allowing them to reap the advantages of gig employment without having to offer benefits or pay minimum wage.

Employees and customers expect businesses to treat them with respect, honor diversity and champion causes that advance the common good, says S. Chris Edmonds in this video and blog post. "To remain competitive and to attract and retain top talent, companies and leaders must invest in their employees while enabling healthy work-life balance," Edmonds says.

A report commissioned by Anthem found that employers are still moving toward integration of different health benefits to keep employees well and control care costs. "Actionable data is shared among doctors and other health care providers so they can better diagnose and treat members, detect coverage gaps, and guide employees toward prevention and care management," the report said.

A growing number of people with bachelor's degrees are returning to school for career and technical education, with about one in 12 community-college students already having earned a bachelor's degree, according to data from the American Association of Community Colleges. Officials say students are drawn to the skilled trades due to high demand and competitive pay and benefits.

Start your next presentation with an intriguing opening that prepares the audience for what they're about to experience, writes Gary Genard. "That means letting them know what your main points are -- the specific areas you're going to cover in this otherwise overly broad topic," Genard writes.

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