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new CEO keeps talking about diet and exercise, coworker asks me to cover for him when he’s not really off, and more

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This post, new CEO keeps talking about diet and exercise, coworker asks me to cover for him when he’s not really off, and more , was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. For example, in our holiday employee communication, he wished everyone a happy holiday and then encouraged us to get some exercise. Here we go… 1.

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we have to share our feelings on a color-coded scale, how to demote someone, and more

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This has been explained as a trust-building exercise. We’re told that this exercise is meant to allow us to bring our whole selves to work , but what about when your “whole self” is in much more pain than other people? We are supposed to to share how we’re doing on a color-coded scale of red to green.

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2024 Mid-Year Legal Updates: How to Comply with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act 

MP Wired For HR

The PWFA is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. This law expands upon the protections offered by the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) by focusing on accommodations rather than simply prohibiting discrimination.

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my team is requiring us to do a diet/exercise/”mental toughness” program

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This post, my team is requiring us to do a diet/exercise/”mental toughness” program , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: We’re back in the office responsibly and safely, and different departments have started team rebuilding exercises to “make up for lost bonding time.”

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California Employment Laws Starting 2025

HRWatchdog

Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Two signed bills prohibit certain employer actions. Lastly, SB 1137 clarifies that the FEHA prohibits discrimination not only based on individual protected characteristics but also on any combination of protected characteristics. names, dates, list of services and payment information).

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New Sonoma County COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Ordinance Applies to All Employers

HRWatchdog

Employers may not terminate, reduce pay, or otherwise discriminate or retaliate against an employee for requesting to use supplemental paid sick leave, or otherwise exercising their rights under the ordinance. Employers must maintain a record of each employee’s name, hours worked and pay rate for at least three years.

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18 Must-Have Onboarding Documents (+ Free Templates)

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Importantly for HR, gathering emergency contact information is not a ‘one-and-done’ exercise. A strong EEO statement should clearly articulate your company’s stance against discrimination based on factors like race, gender, religion, or disability. GET TEMPLATE 7.