News from August 2025
Top landscaping trends in 2025 highlight sustainability and ease of maintenance
By Flexible Work News | Aug 13, 2025
In 2025, landscaping trends show a clear preference among homeowners for sustainable and low-maintenance options, according to nationwide data.
Amazon's Career Choice program supports San Bernardino employee in aviation career
By A. N. Byrne | Aug 13, 2025
Amazon has announced that its Career Choice program is supporting San Bernardino employee Evelyn Rosales-Santamaria in her pursuit of a career in aviation.
Americans average weekly lawn mowing; regional weather causes frequent scheduling changes
By Flexible Work News | Aug 12, 2025
Americans tend to mow their lawns every seven days, according to an analysis of over 50,000 lawn care appointments.
CEO of the Flex Association on independent work: 'Portable benefits offer a promising path forward'
By P. R. Law | Aug 12, 2025
Kristin Sharp, CEO of the Flex Association, has highlighted the potential of portable benefits as a viable solution for expanding benefit access without forcing individuals to choose between employment and independence.
Senate HELP Committee explores benefits for independent workers
By C. F. Donald | Aug 12, 2025
The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is set to hold a hearing titled "Unlocking Benefits for Independent Workers."
Learning trainer on Amazon benefits: ‘One of the biggest things that I love about Amazon is flexibility’
By D. E. Weber | Aug 11, 2025
Serenity Thomas, an Amazon Learning Trainer based in Atlanta, said that the company's flexibility, military-friendly leave policies, and Career Choice program have been instrumental in helping her balance her National Guard duties, complete her bachelor's degree, and progress from an entry-level position to a trainer role.
GreenPal ranks top 20 most reliable lawn care companies using customer review data
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
GreenPal has released a new ranking of the most reliable lawn care companies, based on data from more than 75,000 customer appointments.
Shipt offers same-day delivery options for families during back-to-school season
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Shipt is offering support to families during the back-to-school season by providing same-day delivery and features aimed at saving time.
AI adoption rises rapidly among Indonesian startups while large firms lag behind
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has released new research highlighting the pace of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption in Indonesia.
AWS launches global competition in Jakarta to boost generative AI skills
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) held the Jakarta edition of its newly launched AWS AI League, a global competition focused on advancing artificial intelligence (AI) innovation and skills in generative AI.
How divorce impacts teenagers and ways parents can support them
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Divorce is a significant life event that can bring relief and stability to families in difficult situations, but it often has a complex impact on teenagers.
How Talkspace therapists advise coping strategies during homelessness
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Homelessness in the United States can take many forms, from couch-surfing with friends to sleeping in cars or public spaces.
How therapists can write effective therapy notes using templates and digital tools
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Writing therapy notes is a central part of a therapist’s work, serving clinical, legal, and ethical functions.
How couples can address emotional distance with support from Talkspace therapists
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Emotional distance in relationships is a common experience that can affect couples regardless of the strength of their bond.
Grubhub updates driver policies after feedback on deactivation process
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Grubhub has announced several changes to its delivery partner policies, aiming to improve fairness and support for drivers across the United States.
Taskrabbit expands services nationwide with launch in all 50 U.S. states
By Flexible Work News | Aug 11, 2025
Taskrabbit has announced that its home services platform is now available in all 50 U.S. states after a major expansion.
Analysis finds Friday is top choice for lawn mowing in over 100 U.S. cities
By Flexible Work News | Aug 9, 2025
An analysis of lawn mowing trends across more than 100 U.S. cities shows that Friday is the most popular day for grass cutting, with over a quarter of cities favoring it as the top choice.
Amazon expands robotics apprenticeship programs to boost employee careers
By L. R. Brooks | Aug 7, 2025
Amazon has announced an expansion of its robotics-focused apprenticeship programs, including the Mechatronics and Career Choice initiatives.
Amazon expands US data center investments alongside community grants and education initiatives
By Flexible Work News | Aug 7, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has expanded its data center operations and community engagement across several regions in the United States, continuing a pattern of economic investment and local support that began with its first facilities in eastern...
Instacart releases Q2 2025 financial results and schedules earnings call
By Flexible Work News | Aug 7, 2025
Instacart has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, covering the period ending June 30.