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9 company policies every organization needs
Picture this: an employee spots unethical behavior but hesitates to speak up, worried about retaliation. Or, a manager unknowingly uses generative AI to handle sensitive data, risking a security breach....
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10 HR training courses your employees need in 2025
Run-of-the-mill HR training courses aren't getting the job done. Sure, they check the annual compliance training box, but they don't impact company culture or create more inclusive workplaces. Heck, sub-par...
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Should your company adjust salary bands by geolocation?
When it comes to setting salaries, one of the biggest questions companies face is whether to adjust pay based on where their employees live. It’s a complicated topic, and there’s...
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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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Introducing Ethena’s 2025 Compensation & Benefits Benchmark Report
"What are our peers doing?" It's the question every CEO asks their HR team when a proposal's on the table. And rightly so — understanding what peer companies are doing...
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Chicago sexual harassment training requirements (2025)
Disclaimer: This article is not legal advice, nor does it contain every detail or requirement of the applicable laws: it is provided solely for informational purposes and is not intended...
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Beyond the pink slip: 4 alternatives to terminating an employee
Workplace investigations are like navigating a maze in a fog — you’re trying to find the truth while balancing policy, context, and individual circumstances. It’s rarely black and white, especially...
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California Sexual Harassment Training Requirements (2025)
All you need to know about California's sexual harassment training requirements, from compliance guidelines to implementation strategies.
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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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Quarterly Compliance Update: December 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the compliance landscape, including laws and trends that've shaped corporate ethics throughout the year. From increasing scrutiny...
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18 strategic interview questions to ask candidates
Effective interviews are a cornerstone of the hiring process. They help us determine whether or not a candidate has the right skills, experience, and personality for the job. Without thoughtfully-curated...
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Getting to know Ethena’s compensation philosophy
At Ethena, our compensation philosophy is more than just numbers — it’s a reflection of our values and commitment to building an inclusive, high-performance culture. By being transparent about how...
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