Templates & Checklists
Grab our easy, actionable policy templates and checklists for all things HR and compliance.

Employee Relations Playbook: Political Activities Edition
Employee relations are the cornerstone of a friendly and productive workplace. When issues arise, how an you respond can significantly impact your company’s culture, employee morale, and overall success. In...
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Employee hotlines: how (and how often) to communicate with users
The traditional whistleblower hotline is outdated. See an effective take on anonymous reports.
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Feedback 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 read
5 intimidating HR situations (and how to handle them like a pro)
Want the full Camp Ethena experience? Head to the Camper Handbook. Human resources can feel a lot like whitewater rafting. If you're not seeing the connection, hear us out. In the...
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Camp Ethena 2024: Camper Handbook
What is Camp Ethena? Camp Ethena is a 6-week long, 100% virtual "summer camp", running from 7/22/24 to 8/30/24. It's filled with activities, advice, and conversation around what goes into...
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Workplace harassment: what are managers responsible for?
If you’re a manager (or aspiring manager), then you probably know that your team will be looking to you in the event of workplace harassment incident. In order to prevent...
4 min read
Workplace bullying: signs, examples, and what to do
Bullying is not just a problem for kids on the playground (though, to be clear, we are very much against wood chip throwing and swing-hogging). More and more, cases of...
4 min read
Speak-up culture: what it is and how to create one
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...
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Celebrating Disability Pride Month
July is a time of celebration and reflection as we honor Disability Pride Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the unique contributions of folks with disabilities. This month...
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Burnout in HR: 4 tips for working smarter, not harder
No two ways about it: HR pros today face significant burnout due to the multifaceted demands of our roles. We’re tasked with managing employee relations, recruitment, compliance with labor laws,...
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Buyer’s Guide to Sexual Harassment Training Platforms (2024)
Compliance training is a fundamental component of your company's risk management strategy. It ensures that all employees are aware of — and understand — the laws, regulations, and internal policies...
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Creating a sexual harassment policy: 6 things to include
In today's professional landscape, fostering a safe and respectful work environment is paramount. Among the many policies and procedures that contribute to this goal, having a robust sexual harassment policy...
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