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EPISODE · May 10, 2025 · 18 MIN

New Week, New Headlines: 110-Hour Work Week Growing & 99.9% at Risk. Tariffs Killing Small Business Jobs

from Your Work Friends | Fresh Insights on the Now and Next of Work · host Francesca Ranieri

Send us Fan MailWe're breaking down two massive workplace crises the US can't ignore. We dive deep into the Wall Street Journal's shocking exposé on 110-hour workweeks pushing bankers to hospitalization and burnout, while examining the devastating impact of tariffs that threaten the very existence of America's small business backbone.Listen for:The brutal reality of 110-hour workweeks and how they're becoming normalized across industriesWhy small businesses that make up 99.9% of American companies are facing extinction from 145% tariffsHow tariffs are already creating job losses that will ripple through the entire economyThe shocking story of the "morale pizza party" that turned into a demand for even more workWhy container shipments are down 35-50% at major ports and what that means for your jobSimple actions you can take to protect yourself from toxic work expectationsHow to support small businesses in your community before they disappearEpisode Highlights ⏰ 4:15 Work Crisis: How 110-hour workweeks led to hospitalizations at a major financial firm and what it reveals about toxic leadership ⏰ 10:30 Small Business Reality Check: Why these companies employ half of America and what happens when they can't survive ⏰ 15:45 The Tariff Tsunami: Real examples of businesses facing impossible choices between raising prices or closing down ⏰ 20:20 Employment Domino Effect: How every four shipping containers equals one American job (and they're disappearing fast) ⏰ 25:30 Survival Guide: Practical steps for protecting your work boundaries and supporting local businessesJoin us for the real, unfiltered story behind the work headlines affecting all of us right now.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management.Thanks for listening!  Hey! We love new friends! Connect with us!On The Socials!  You Tube, TikTok, Instagram on LinkedIn - Mel + Francesca.The LinkedIn Group:  We'd love to have you join the Your Work Friends Group on LinkedInDrop Us a Line: Send us your ideas,  questions, comments, complements, whatnot, to [email protected]

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