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Corporate social responsibility 101: Everything you need to know

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A company may be an inanimate legal entity, but it’s made up of humans and behaviors. It’s generally someone who exhibits ethical behavior and practices kindness, caring, empathy, generosity and other desirable qualities – someone who does the right thing even when no one’s watching and regardless of their own personal interests.

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Emotion tracking tech in the workplace puts people’s wellbeing at risk

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While the adoption of these tools promises to optimise workplace efficiency, it also ushers in an era of unprecedented surveillance and control over workers. Loss of Autonomy: The use of AAM tools can reduce employees’ sense of control over their work, particularly when the technology is used to enforce stricter management practices.

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Talking politics at work – why it’s a bad idea and how to prevent it

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When employers are – and aren’t – legally allowed to limit political discussions in the workplace. The First Amendment: Only protects each of us against government retribution for speaking our mind Doesn’t say anything about what private employers can regulate on the job. Establish a policy about political speech and activity at work.

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Should you allow employees to discuss politics at work?

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It may surprise you to learn that our country’s First Amendment right to free speech is protected in public companies and government agencies, but not in most private companies. That’s protected speech since pay relates to your terms and conditions of employment and is legally allowed, no matter how uncomfortable it makes management.

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COVID-19 vaccinations for employees: Can employers mandate it?

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In this article, we will: Provide links to federal guidelines on the topic Consider possible pros and cons of requiring vaccines for employees Outline four common approaches Explore exceptions employees may seek to vaccination mandates Identify five potential legal issues related to the topic. Incentivizing vaccines. Recommending vaccines.

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Drug Testing: What Are My Rights and Responsibilities as an Employer?

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With varied forms of legalization in effect throughout 26 U.S. From medicinal marijuana to outright legalization, employers across the country are scrambling to create effective drug-testing policies that don’t violate ever-changing state laws or crush bottom lines. Is drug testing right for your business? Review your policy.

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Marijuana in the workplace – What employers need to know

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Virgin Islands have legislated laws legalizing marijuana in some form. 2019, the District of Columbia and 11 states have adopted the most extensive laws legalizing marijuana for recreational use. Marijuana is listed as a Schedule I drug under the Federal Controlled Substances Act. Since 2012, 33 states, Washington, D.C.,

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