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Can You Ask for Less Work? - Is there a time or a way to appropriately express concern for one's workload or something he or she isn't sure fits his or her skills?
Bad Employee - Some telltale signs that you or someone you love could be a bad worker.
Assumptions at Work- Whether it's about a project or colleague, it's important to avoid assumptions and take these steps instead....
Who is similarly situated? In self-audits or in the defense of allegations of discrimination, contractors need to understand how to identify who is similarly situated to whom for purposes of equal opportunity analysis. Sandra Scott Zeigler, Esq., a recognized authority on Federal EEO enforcement with 25 years of experience divided equally between the EEOC and OFCCP, sheds light on what federal contractors should be aware o...
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Staying in the Loop - There's value in keeping your ear to the ground to anticipate changes and ask questions to aid in your work.
Keys to Engaging Employees - The Quad exchanges ideas on how to keep your employees engaged in their work.
Encouraging Employees to Lead a Project - Looking for ways to hand over the reins and have your employees take the inititave and get things do...
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Diversity vs. Fit - Keys to striking a balance to bring in different perspectives while ensuring a strong fit within the culture.
Performing at Your Peak - A handful of everyday tips to with productivity and peak performance.
Importance of Respect at Work - The hosts offer up their own professional goals and give some tips on other areas people can improve.
Physical Conta...
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) asked employers to pledge to not use an individual's unemployment status as a consideration when making hiring decisions. To what extent, if any, can the current laws enforced by the OFCCP be used to address this? Sandra Scott Zeigler, Esq., a recognized authority on Federal EEO enforcement with 25 years of experience divided equally between the EEOC and OFCCP, she...
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Why You Don't Have Work Friends - There could be a number of reasons an individual struggles to connect with colleagues. The Quad offers some remedies.
Effective, Efficient Meetings - Meetings are commonplace in the work setting, so it's important we find ways to use our time better and more wisely and consistently.
Applying to Multiple Jobs - It may seem like a good idea to ap...
An article posted on Buzzfeed.com on December 4, 2013 stated, "Federal Official Refuses to Say Whether Office is Protecting Trans Workers." The response of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) was, "OFCCP follows Title VII precedent in everything." Sandra Scott Zeigler, Esq., a recognized authority on Federal EEO enforcement with 25 years of experience divided equally between the EEOC and OFCCP, sheds...
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Training Personnel - A discussion on who the best people are to train new employees, and what the pros and cons are of each.
Workplace Cleanliness - Getting along with different types of people might include some messy ones. How would you address it?
After a Termination - Your organization may have policies or guidelines for communication with a former employee, so make sure yo...
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Referring a Friend - Things you should think about before recommending a friend for a position with your current employer.
Holacratic Company - There are potential benefits and challenges that come with a "no titles" or "no hierarchy" company.
New Year's Resolutions for Your Job - The hosts offer up their own professional goals and give some tips on other areas people can impro...
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Word Association for Managers - The hosts get key words related to managment issues and respond with their gut reactions.
Hot Careers for 2014 - Get a peek at what types of professions will see major growth and opportunity in 2014.
Company Holiday Parties - We offer up some of the things you should avoid when attending an office holiday party.
Year in Review (2013) - The...