Q&A: Letting Conflict Persist Might Be Beneficial
Conflicts in the workplace invite immediate action and swift resolution. I recently spoke to a couple of experts who disagree with that approach.
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Questions and answers on CFRA, FMLA leave in California
It’s crucial for California employers to get the information needed to properly designate absences so that FMLA/CFRA leave can be administered legally. But proper administration isn't always black and white. For example, if an employee's doctor advises that he or she is under the care of specialists, can an employer require that the specialist complete the FMLA certification?
When Can You Intervene in an Employee Substance Abuse Issue?
In part 1 of this article we began to explore some of the laws and approaches surrounding employees with potential substance abuse problems. Today we will look at some examples of employees with substance abuse problems as well as some training and guidance tips.
A Storm is Coming … Don’t Make These 10 Compensation Mistakes!
Yesterday’s Advisor presented several popular types of base pay programs from Cassandra Faurote and Karl Ahlrichs; today, they reveal the 10 common mistakes that employers make when determining how to pay their workers.
Goodbye to Good Girls: A Lesson on Avoiding Retaliation Claims
Note: Includes spoilers for NBC’s Good Girls What can NBC’s Good Girls teach us about retaliation claims at work? Let’s find out.
The Case for Diversity
This edition of The Oswald Letter is a guest post from Elizabeth Petersen, Project Director for Simplify Compliance. While few American businesses self-report on diversity data, workplace discrimination and inclusion are near-daily topics in the media.
The Value and Impact of Meaningful Work on Your Employees
There is plenty of evidence that shows that what motivates people to stay engaged and do their best at work is when they feel their work is meaningful. As I discussed in an earlier post, I think most jobs have meaningful aspects, and highlighting these is key to building and retaining great teams. Here are […]
Various Types of Annoying Employees
While they’re great comic relief in movies and office sitcoms, annoying coworkers are far less amusing in real life. Whether they chew too loudly, make awkward jokes, or fail to carry their fair share of the workload, annoying employees can bring down the morale of their coworkers and hurt camaraderie and overall productivity. Often, employee […]
Benefits to Employers of Remote Work
As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on and looks to continue well into 2021, employers and employees are getting used to remote work arrangements, at least in workplaces and industries where they’re feasible.
Asia Argento: The Other Side of #MeToo
Asia Argento, one of the first Harvey Weinstein accusers to come forward, now finds herself on the other side of the #MeToo movement in which she had been a prominent figure. According to a recent New York Times report, just months after accusing Weinstein of rape, Argento agreed to pay $380,000 to Jimmy Bennett, an […]