Why More Koreans Want to Work Into Their 70s Retirement No Longer Means Stopping Work For many older Koreans, retirement no longer looks like a peaceful exit from working life. Instead, it often means figuring out how to keep earning. A growing number of people in their 60s and 70s say they want to continue … Read more
Why the Brand Crisis Became a Labor Crisis Too A Marketing Scandal Did Not Stop at the Brand The “Tank Day” controversy was widely discussed as a branding disaster, but for Starbucks Korea workers, it became something more personal and more exhausting. According to union leader “Lee Yong-bin,” the fallout did not stay at the … Read more
Korea’s Famous School Lunches Face a Serious Labor Crisis The Hidden Cost Behind Korea’s School Lunch Success Korea’s school lunches often go viral for all the right reasons. People around the world admire the balanced trays, colorful side dishes and nutrition-focused menus. But behind that praise, a serious labor crisis is growing. The system depends … Read more
Samsung Engineers Are Questioning Whether to Stay The Bonus Fight Is About More Than Money Samsung has long been one of the most desired employers in Korea. For many engineers, getting hired there meant prestige, stability and pride. But now, the ongoing bonus dispute inside Samsung Electronics is shaking that belief. On the surface, this … Read more