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In August, the U.S. experienced a notable increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), with a 0.6 percent month-over-month rise, marking the highest monthly increase of the year. The primary culprit was skyrocketing gas prices, which reached levels not seen since October and accounted for more than half of the August CPI hike.This comes as 23 percent of small business owners still report inflation as a top concern in August. Nevertheless, the broader economic landscape shows signs of softening, including modest job gains and wage pressures, raising concerns about consumer spending in the coming months.

The U.S. Department of Labor has unveiled a proposed rule aimed at expanding overtime protections for approximately 3.6 million salaried workers. Under this proposal, most salaried workers earning less than $1,059 per week (approximately $55,000 annually) would be entitled to receive overtime pay. The announcement comes after several months of comprehensive engagement with employers, workers, unions and other stakeholders.

 

Dealing with difficult customers can be tough, but it's crucial to handle them effectively while safeguarding your well-being and your team's. Here are some tips for managing toxic clients.

NOMMA's Member Savings Program is one of the many benefits offered to members and helps save you and your company thousands of dollars each year. This program provides connections to many discounts that can help reduce both your operating and business expenses.