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View AllCreating a Code of Conduct Policy: what to include
Having a well-defined code of conduct is essential for any company. It sets the foundation for ethical behavior, guides decision-making, and fosters a positive work environment. A strong code of…
3 min readHow to ensure fairness in workplace investigations
Workplace investigations are essential for resolving disputes, ensuring compliance, and maintaining a healthy company culture. As an HR professional, your role in conducting these investigations is pivotal — not just…
3 min readWorkplace investigations: 8 things you might be forgetting to document
Workplace investigations are complex processes that often involve gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and making critical decisions. One of the most important aspects of these investigations is thorough documentation. Effective documentation…
4 min read6 types of evidence to use in workplace investigations
Workplace investigations are critical to maintaining a fair and compliant work environment. Whether it’s an allegation of harassment, discrimination, policy violations, or any other misconduct, an effective investigation requires collecting…
3 min readWebinars & Events
View All[Upcoming Webinar] How to roll out an employee hotline that doesn’t backfire
Join our webinar on November 13, 2024, to learn how to roll out an anonymous employee hotline that builds trust and enhances company culture. Experts Roxanne Petraeus, Colin Slade, and Ashley Herd will share practical tips on implementing and managing a successful hotline. Perfect for HR leaders looking to foster a ‘speak up’ culture!
2 min read[Upcoming Webinar] Why your employees keep calling everything ‘discrimination’ and what to do about it
Learn how to handle the misuse of legal terms like “discrimination” in the workplace. Join experts on Nov 4 for practical tips to navigate these sensitive HR situations with empathy and clarity.
< 1 min read[Upcoming Webinar] Top legal slip-ups in HR, and how to avoid them
Join HR expert Melanie Naranjo and Employment Attorney Lisa Horgan for a webinar on October 24th to learn about common legal mistakes in HR, including terminations, discrimination claims, and reasonable accommodations, and how to avoid them.
< 1 min readGuides & Whitepapers
View AllEmployee Terminations: A Guide for HR Professionals
Employee terminations are an often icky (but let’s face it: inevitable) part of the HR role. Whether due to performance issues, restructuring, or other reasons, these decisions are challenging for…
4 min read8 proven compliance training best practices
Here are the 8 proven compliance training best practices to maximize effectiveness. Follow these steps for timely and impactful training.
6 min readNail your next HR compliance risk assessment in 3 easy steps
What is HR risk assessment? Every organization carries some degree of risk. Like Ethena’s CEO, Roxanne Petraeus, has said in the past: it’s not about preventing misconduct, it’s about anticipating…
7 min read8 corporate compliance training practices that have a big impact
Navigating modern business compliance can feel like tiptoeing around landmines. With boobytraps and quicksand (aka legal obligations and ethical business practices), making sure your employees are prepared and your organization…
6 min readTemplates
View AllFeedback Fridays: the key to a healthy work culture
Use our Feedback Friday template to start a feedback culture in your workplace through Feedback Fridays.
4 min readHow to create a speak up culture
When I was in the Army, every commander I worked for said they had an “open door policy.” But only a handful of commanders actually demonstrated that they truly wanted…
6 min readThe importance of self-assessments for employees and managers
Of all the career development tools available today, self-assessments stand out as indispensable instruments. These evaluations offer employees a reflective lens through which they can gauge their skills, identify areas…
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