A report from Goldman Sachs indicates that the expected increase in drilling activity as the oil comeback continues could lead to a wave of job creation. Between now and the end of 2018, the report predicts that between 80,000 and 100,000 jobs will need to be added.

McKesson redesigned its headquarters to meet the WELL Building Certification standard, which considers seven factors that make up and affect the work environment for employees' health and well-being. The redesign included more natural light, LED fixtures, open work areas, improved air filtration and more opportunities for physical activity.

More than half of workers do not use all vacation days, but those who take fewer than 10 days of vacation per year have only a 34.6% likelihood of getting a raise or a bonus during a three-year time period, according to Project: Time Off. Those who take at least 10 vacation days have a 65.4% chance of getting a raise or a bonus.

Starbucks and JPMorgan Chase have announced they are raising wages. The leaders of both companies framed these hikes in terms of social responsibility, but this article argues they are also motivated by the fact that hiring and retaining good workers has gotten harder.

The summer months can bring a drop in productivity and a rise in the absentee rate, but there are ways to combat this, as several companies illustrate. Power Home Remodeling hosts themed outdoor events each month, while Timberland offers an onsite organic garden that employees can tend to.

Data from an OfficeTeam survey found that most workers have used an emoji in their work communications. It's best to avoid icons that denote romance or anger and consider the recipient of a message before including an emoji, said Jacqueline Whitmore, author of a business-etiquette book.