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Affirmations
Affirmation: I do my best without regard for reward.
I always perform to the best of my ability and strive to go beyond what I must do to simply get the job done correctly. ...
HR Compliance
Q&A: What is Discrimination Based on National Origin?
Yes. Discrimination based on national origin is prohibited under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and includes treating applicants or employees unfavorably because they ...
Affirmations
Affirmation: I outline the big picture on my canvas before I paint in the small intricate details
Just as a painter envisions his masterpiece, I envision living my dreams. I know where I am going and how I plan to get there. ...
HR Compliance
Q&A: A remote employee’s roommate has been disrupting their work to the point that their performance is suffering. How should we handle this?
This situation should be handled the same way you’d manage most work disruptions affecting an employee’s performance. Start by having a conversation with the employee ...
Affirmations
Affirmation: The time to go after my dreams is now.
Only I hold the power to create the life I desire. I want to make my dreams come true so each day I work on ...
Blasts From The Past
Q&A: How quickly do I need to write up an employee for a performance issue?
We recommended addressing the performance issue with the employee as soon as possible. First, feedback is more effective the more quickly it’s delivered. Waiting to ...
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Affirmation: Assertiveness Skills Primer – What Does It Mean To Be Assertive?
The word, “assertive” is defined in many different ways: “bold,” “definite,” “insistent,” “positive,” “certain,” and “confident.” Being assertive means you have the skills to ask ...
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Affirmation: Discovering Your True Passion
Many of us go through life with interests that we never truly nurture and enjoy because we are too concerned about what others think. Of ...
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HR Q&A: How should we handle returning personal belongings to a terminated employee? Can we pack them up for the employee?
You may pack personal belonging for the employee or ask that they come in and collect their items. My preference is to let the employee ...
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Affirmation: 7 Things You Should Care Less About
Some things are worthy of your attention and concern. Others are not. Spending too much mental energy on the wrong things can move you further ...
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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 ...
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