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Rastafarian, Pastafarian: No Matter What You Call It, It Could Be Religious Discrimination
Recently the southern grocery chain, Publix, came under fire for withdrawing a job offer after the worker refused to cut off his dreadlocks.
Oct 10, 20173 min read


Forced Pagan Ritual Ends in Discrimination Lawsuit for Virginia Employer
With a shortage of Catholic priests, there aren’t too many people left who will perform an exorcism.
Oct 3, 20173 min read


This Job Stinks, but Our Employees Love It!
Kudos to all the garbagemen and -women, sewer workers, plumbers, and every other job that we, as a society, take for granted.
Sep 26, 20172 min read


Watch Out Employers! ‘Cute’ Could Be Seen as a Protected Class
Could being “cute” get added to this list? A recent decision from the New York appellate court has left employers scratching their heads.
Sep 25, 20172 min read


Poor Judgment Call Leaves Bad Taste in Employees’ Mouths
Many residents spent September 8 boarding up houses, but not for Pizza Hut employees in Jacksonville, Florida.
Sep 19, 20172 min read


Celestial Event Offers Unique Employee Engagement Experience—And Helps a Local Community
The predicted costs this year’s eclipse had on employers’ bottom line—roughly $694 million.
Sep 18, 20172 min read


Pick Me! Pick Me! I Stand Out Above the Rest
Have you ever interviewed a candidate who stuck out so much that they’re worthy of falling under the Strange But True category?
Sep 12, 20172 min read


Forged Doctor’s Note Triggers FMLA Fraud Investigation
What the USPS uncovered was a deviant plan to defraud the government for 2 years, earning paid sick leave the entire time.
Sep 11, 20172 min read


Murder Mystery Solves Teambuilding Conundrum
Does your company utilize teambuilding exercises to create a more cohesive group of workers?
Sep 6, 20172 min read


Don’t Make That Face at Me!
Are you guilty of using emoji in work communications?
Sep 5, 20173 min read


Eclipse Overshadows Workday, Costs Employers Millions
August 21, 2017, was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see a solar eclipse for some.
Aug 28, 20172 min read


Not So Fast Millennials; Boomers and Gen Xers Have You Beat in the Gig Economy
There are so many articles out there highlighting the pros and cons of the Millennial generation, but this isn’t one of them.
Aug 22, 20173 min read


New Wearable Gadget Isn’t High-Tech, But Does Offer Comfort
Every day, the news tells you that “such and such”
Aug 21, 20172 min read


Only You Can Protect the Planet from Alien …. Microbes?!
Odd job title alert: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is now on the hunt for a planetary protection officer (PPO).
Aug 15, 20173 min read


The High Cost of Employee Turnover: The White House Edition
Whether you agree with him or not, one thing’s for sure: With President Donald Trump, there is never a dull moment!
Aug 14, 20176 min read


Paid Internship Offers Experience of a Lifetime … And Beer!
One internship program is giving college kids—and adults over the age of 21—something to talk about!
Aug 8, 20172 min read


The Rise—and Fall—of the Machines
Are you part of the 14% of workers who are worried they’ll lose their jobs to automation?
Aug 7, 20172 min read


‘Fake’ Job Fair Attracts 300 Attendees
Nothing ever “dies” online.
Aug 1, 20172 min read


Job Ads: You Catch More Flies with Honey than You Do with Vinegar
Attracting talent is a huge undertaking, and if your job ads aren’t worded properly, you could be missing out on great candidates.
Jul 24, 20172 min read


Summer Dress Codes Aren’t Just for Women
Summer is in full swing, and with it comes heat and humidity—at least depending on what part of the country you’re from.
Jul 18, 20172 min read
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