Ethical Management: a new course from Ethena & Ethisphere

Middle managers play a pivotal role in shaping workplace culture. They’re the ones setting the tone for their teams — the "tone from the middle", if you will — ensuring...

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How E&C programs can help startups and small companies limit risk

Anyone who ever watched “Bad Blood” on Netflix about the Theranos scandal could be forgiven for thinking that ethics and compliance isn't a natural fit with the Silicon Valley ethos...

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Ethena Release Round-up: Q4 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we're looking back and "unwrapping" all of the the exciting features we’ve rolled out in the last three months. Admin updates Add discoverable training...

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Why saying you have a speak-up culture might actually be dangerous

In what feels like a lifetime ago, I served in the U.S. Army, including in Afghanistan during the 2010 surge. Later, I helped train foreign militaries in Cambodia and Mongolia...

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How 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...

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Workplace 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...

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6 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...

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DOJ makes key updates to Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs (ECCP)

Disclaimer: This content is not a substitute for legal advice. It’s provided solely to inform and not intended as a standalone resource. If you have questions about these updates or...

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Can small companies benefit from a hotline and case management tool?

The phrase “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” applies to quite a few situations, but selecting and implementing an employee hotline and case management tool simply isn’t one of...

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What is HR case management?

Effective case management is a cornerstone of a well-functioning HR department. It provides structure and transparency when handling employee issues, ensuring that problems are addressed fairly, efficiently, and in compliance...

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Why your company needs a whistleblower policy

Disclaimer: This article does not constitute legal advice, nor does it contain every detail or requirement of the applicable laws. It is provided solely for informational purposes and is not...

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Incident Reporting in the Workplace: A Guide for Employers

Incident reporting is a critical component of workplace safety and compliance. Whether it’s a minor accident, a near-miss, or a more serious event, having a robust incident reporting system in...

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