Wellness

Discrimination Against Women in the Workplace is Alive and Well 

Sexual Harassment, Wellness, Workplace Behavior / /

Employer Offenses and Responses Discrimination against women in the workplace occurs when an employer treats a female employee less favorably than the employer would a male employee, specifically because of the employee’s gender. Today’s blog is designed to provide workplace advice to those who fall victim to workplace discrimination. Key Federal Laws Prohibiting Gender Discrimination […]

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What Every Senior Needs to Know About Their Rights in the Workplace

Business Ethics, Discrimination, Wellness, Workplace Behavior / /

Elder Fraud is a Growing Problem There are countless seniors today who play a vital role in the workforce. Unfortunately, there are many aging myths out there that suggest seniors are unable to work as well, as hard or as often as younger adults. These myths are not only completely false, but they can sometimes

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Is a College Course on Civil Discourse Really Needed?

Higher Education, Teaching Ethics, Wellness / /

What is More Important: Learning Soft Skills orHard Skills? I recently learned that the School of Public Affairs at the American University in Washington, D.C. is attempting to combat the adverse political dialogue taking place in today’s society by launching a new project on civil discourse. This project, designed by SPA professor Lara Schwartz, is

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Engaging in Workplace Retaliation

Business Ethics, Wellness, Whistleblowing, Workplace Behavior / /

Employee Protections & Workplace Harassment Workplace retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for engaging in legally protected activity. Retaliation can include any negative job action, such as demotion, discipline, firing, salary reduction, or job or shift reassignment. However, retaliation can also be subtler, as explained by the legal website, NOLO. Federal Protections Federal

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