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HR Q&A
Q&A: A remote employee told us they were injured at home during their workday. What are our responsibilities?
When an employee informs you that they were injured while working from home, take the claim seriously and follow your usual procedure for a workplace ...
March 28, 2024
Affirmation
Affirmation: My choices today support my goals for tomorrow
Each day is a reminder that I am one step closer to my goals. Keeping that in mind helps me to stay on track with ...
March 26, 2024
Career Mondays
Career Monday: How to Make the Most of Working from Home
Working from home is becoming much more common. On the surface, it sounds ideal. You can work in your robe while you talk to your ...
March 25, 2024
HR Q&A
Q&A: What are Whistleblower Protections?
Whistleblowing occurs when an employee reports wrongdoing (dangerous, illegal, or unethical activity or practices by the company or its employees) either directly to the employer ...
March 21, 2024
Career Mondays
Career Monday: A Useful Guide for Sharing a Home Office with Your Partner
Does your house seem smaller since the pandemic started? Many families feel more cramped with 2 adults working at home, especially if you need to ...
March 18, 2024
Blasts From The Past
Affirmation: The World Is What I Make It
February 28, 2023
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My view of the world is one without limits. I consider this dwelling place to be my blank canvas. There is beauty in waking up ...
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Affirmation: How to Grow a Backbone
September 6, 2022
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Do you feel as if everyone is taking advantage of your good nature? Do you think they would still do it if you were more ...
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Career Monday: What Every Employee Needs To Know About Initial Probation Periods
May 17, 2021
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When starting a new job, you may find yourself facing an initial probation period. In these hard economic times where there is stiff competition for ...
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Affirmation: The words of others only build up my self-esteem.
June 2, 2020
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I choose to remain completely oblivious to what others think of me because I am perfectly content with myself. I live my life for me. ...
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Q&A: Can you explain when an employee can use FMLA?
January 10, 2019
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Question: Can you explain when an employee can use FMLA? Answer from Megan, PHR, JD: To take FMLA to leave, an employee must work for ...
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Affirmation: Becoming a More Assertive Person
August 30, 2022
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Many people confuse assertiveness with aggression. There isn’t anything wrong or aggressive about open and honest communication when done appropriately. You’re merely clarifying your needs ...
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