Starbucks Brings Back Ceramic Mugs Amid Sales Slump, Betting on Nostalgia
Starbucks reports fifth consecutive quarter of declining same-store sales with a 1% drop in global comparable sales. CEO Brian Niccol unveils revival strategy focusing on traditional coffeehouse experience, including the return of ceramic mugs and personalized customer service.
Starbucks Slashes Jobs and Menu in Major Corporate Overhaul
Starbucks announces plans to cut over 1,000 corporate jobs and simplify its menu by 30% amid declining sales and operational challenges. Under new CEO Brian Niccol, the coffee giant aims to revitalize its brand identity and improve customer experience through streamlined operations.
Starbucks Implements Customer-Only Policy with De-escalation Training for Staff
Starbucks is rolling out a major policy change requiring purchases for bathroom and seating access, marking a shift from its 2018 open-door approach. The coffee giant is preparing employees through specialized de-escalation training while addressing worker concerns about potential confrontations.
The Rise of 'Salt' Organizers: How Undercover Union Activists Are Transforming American Labor
A new wave of young activists are revitalizing the labor movement by taking jobs specifically to organize unions from within. This resurgent 'salting' strategy has helped fuel a dramatic surge in union petitions, with notable successes like the widespread Starbucks unionization campaign.
Starbucks Ends Open-Door Policy: Purchases Now Required for Store Access
Starbucks implements new rules requiring customers to make purchases to use store facilities and restrooms, reversing its 2018 open-door policy. The change aims to address safety concerns while maintaining a welcoming environment, with clear guidelines on acceptable behavior.
Starbucks Baristas Launch Nationwide Holiday Strike Over Wage Disputes
Starbucks Workers United initiates a five-day strike across major US cities, with plans to expand nationwide through Christmas Eve. The action comes after failed contract negotiations, with workers demanding higher wages while the company maintains its current compensation package is competitive.
Starbucks Workers Plan Holiday Strike Across Major U.S. Cities
Workers United announces a five-day strike at Starbucks locations in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle during the peak holiday season. The labor action, which could expand nationwide by Christmas Eve, stems from stalled contract negotiations despite the company's claims of competitive benefits.