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Compliance checklist for ensuring 100% training completion
Compliance training is one of the fundamental planks for building an ethical and compliant organization. If employees don’t understand what's expected of them in today’s increasingly risk-filled business world, they...
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DEI under scrutiny: approaching DEI after Trump’s Executive Orders
Disclaimer: This article does not constitute legal advice. It is provided solely for informational purposes and is not intended to be relied upon as a standalone resource. If you have...
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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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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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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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Meet Ethena’s newest training course, AI in the Workplace
We're thrilled to announce that our AI in the Workplace course is now available! The latest addition to our modular training library, AI in the Workplace provides an overview of...
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What a second Trump term could mean for E&C programs
I recently found myself on a compliance roundtable alongside Ethena CEO Roxanne Petraeus and CLO Brandis Anderson discussing the potential impact of a second Trump administration on Ethics & Compliance...
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What is a compensation philosophy?
A compensation philosophy is a formal statement that outlines an organization’s approach to employee compensation. It serves as a guiding framework for how the company designs, implements, and manages its...
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3 communication tips when closing a work investigation
Concluding a workplace investigation can feel like crossing the finish line after a long marathon. You’ve gathered the facts, asked the tough questions, and (hopefully) landed on the truth. But...
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How to conduct a successful workplace investigation interview
Setting clear expectations with an employee during a workplace investigation interview can transform a tense situation into a constructive experience. When employees know the process, feel supported, and understand their...
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How to navigate “iffy” discrimination claims in the workplace
Employees are more informed about their rights than ever before. The internet, increased legal resources, and a stronger cultural emphasis on equality have empowered them to better understand and advocate...
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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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