Plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the San Diego Wave Futbol Club allege a toxic workplace culture, citing discrimination and retaliation against female and Latina staff. The complaint accuses the club and the National Women's Soccer League of ignoring reports of abusive practices. The lead plaintiff claims she was forced to resign after being denied accommodations for her mental health, while two others say they were terminated for issues relating to sick time and housing.

A recent survey highlights challenges faced by working parents, with 96% of respondents saying they feel guilty about work commitments affecting family time. Daniel Odegaard of TripleTen recommends creating supportive work environments and emphasizing trust and flexibility. Odegaard also stresses the importance of strong manager-employee relationships to minimize turnover and improve workplace morale.

Hybrid work models, implemented by 28.2% of employees as of 2023, present new leadership challenges like communication gaps and equity issues. Leaders must adapt by setting clear communication channels, fostering a cohesive team culture, and ensuring equitable treatment for all employees. Embracing flexibility and trust, while continuously refining strategies, is essential for effective leadership in a hybrid environment.

New Jersey's minimum wage will increase to $15.49 an hour on Jan. 1, following a cost-of-living adjustment tied to inflation as prescribed by the state constitution. The adjustment is linked to the consumer price index, although there are certain carve-outs for seasonal businesses and other workers that will result in different minimum wage levels.

According to Wrike's 2024 Impactful Work Report, employees spend 30% of their workweek -- approximately 11.24 hours -- on unnecessary tasks. These tasks include finding and sending information and chasing status updates, which significantly impact productivity. The report suggests that businesses should focus on eliminating unnecessary work and prioritizing high-impact initiatives to enhance efficiency.

Wade Gungoll, CEO of Industrial Sun, and Christine Larson, the Head of Strategy and Operations at Modern Energy, say more heavy industries like chemical processing, manufacturing, and oil and gas are turning to renewable energy to meet their power needs. Gungoll and Larson highlight how industrial net-metered solar offers significant cost savings and green attributes. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the data center market, foresee a continued increase in battery storage and share a bold prediction about the footprint green hydrogen investment will soon have in Texas.