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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...

Blasts From The Past

Career Monday: How to Find Your Next Job by Networking

Have you ever wondered how that friend of yours that really wasn’t qualified for a job received a better paying job with more holidays than ...
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Career Monday: My career is separate from my identity

Like most other working professionals, I spend a great deal of my time in my workplace. This is because I work in a demanding field ...
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Q&A: Can I deny FFCRA leave to an employee?

Can I deny FFCRA leave to an employee who has high schoolers attending class remotely who are able to take care of themselves during the ...
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Q&A Several employees have complained that one of our managers is regularly… Could they be creating a hostile work environment?

Question: Several employees have complained that one of our managers is regularly abrasive and rude, yelling at employees and sometimes insulting them. Could they be ...
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Career Monday: A Hybrid Work Guide For Adults With ADHD

The sudden shift to remote and hybrid work has been a rocky road for many working adults. The challenge can be even greater if you ...
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Q&A: What are the basic steps of a harassment investigation?

When an employer receives a harassment claim, they have a legal obligation to examine the claim by conducting a thorough investigation. This includes the following ...
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