Lawmakers are pushing to bolster diversity efforts at national security agencies, require greater transparency ahead of agency relocation efforts, and reauthorize the Merit Systems Protection Board.
Archives for February 25, 2021
America’s Smallest State Is Punching Above Its Weight On Workforce Development
I spent most of my childhood in Texas. And besides the age-old refrain of “everything is bigger in Texas,” most of my primary school lessons about square miles were then followed by the question: “How many Rhode Islands would fit in Texas?”
What Biden’s Minimum-Wage Plan Means for Restaurant Workers
Employers say eliminating $2.13-an-hour subminimum wage for workers receiving tips could cost jobs and raise prices; plan’s advocates say it would provide consistent income
Best Buy Workers Powered Through Covid-19 Pandemic. Then They Lost Their Jobs.
Electronics retailer warns pandemic-fueled gains will end and tries to speed its digital transformation. That means new roles, fewer hours for some workers.
A CEO’s Guide to Planning a Return to the Office
Nearly a year after the Covid-19 pandemic closed most offices, we’re beginning to see reasons for optimism.
Former Cuomo Aide Details Sexual Harassment Allegations
A former aide to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo who had previously accused the Democratic leader of abusing his power to sexually harass her details her allegations in a post published Wednesday, adding “many other women” were subjected to the same treatment by the governor.
Can a new law help end hairstyle discrimination horror stories?
Your hair is your crown. But for some Black and brown people, hair can feel like a wreath of thorns due to hair discrimination in the workplace and schools.
Is Political Discrimination In The Workplace Legal?
A picture has been making the rounds on social media, showing a sheet of paper, presumably posted at a place of business, which states the following:
Grab Nice Pants—the Boss Is at Your Door With a Gift
After a year of Zoom cocktails, trivia nights and cooking lessons to engage employees, companies are bringing in the big guns: the executives
Why You Should Hire People Who Make Typos
The best people for certain jobs may not have perfect résumés. Oh, sure, they’ll have the skills you need, but you might spot a “their” that should be “there” or vice versa. Many hiring managers reject such people on the spot. Research suggests that this may be a bad idea.
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FDA Names First Acting Director of Medical Device Cybersecurity
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) named University of Michigan Associate Professor Kevin Fu Acting Director of Medical Device Security in its Center for Devices and Radiological Health. This is a newly created 12-month post in which Fu will “work to bridge the gap between medicine and computer science
These Two FMLA and ADA Resources Will Maximize Your Compliance in 2021
I am often asked to share my favorite resource materials and conferences involving the FMLA and ADA.
I recognize budgets are tight this year. So, if you have the ability to attend just one conference this year on the FMLA and ADA and if you’re looking for a free FMLA