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We'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 industries
• Why small businesses that make up 99.9% of American companies are facing extinction from 145% tariffs
• How tariffs are already creating job losses that will ripple through the entire economy
• The shocking story of the "morale pizza party" that turned into a demand for even more work
• Why container shipments are down 35-50% at major ports and what that means for your job
• Simple actions you can take to protect yourself from toxic work expectations
• How to support small businesses in your community before they disappear

Episode 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 businesses

Join 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.

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