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How Favoritism Plays A Role In Return-To-Office Mandates, Especially For High Performers

Favoritism in return-to-office policies could lead to discontent among employees.

Top performers are receiving preferential treatment under new workplace mandates.

Cameo Brings Workers Back to the Office With $10,000 Raise | Entrepreneur

Cameo offers a $10,000 raise for employees who return to the office full-time, enhancing their work environment and offsetting the loss of flexibility.

Jamie Dimon says it's only 'people in the middle' complaining a lot about RTO

Jamie Dimon argues that complaints about return to office (RTO) mandates mainly come from white-collar workers, unlike essential workers who remained on-site during the pandemic.

IBM co-location program described as worker attrition plan

IBM is launching a co-location program aimed at consolidating teams in offices, potentially driving out older, expensive workers.

Woolworths worker cops $50,000 pay cut to avoid return to office: 'Rather be happy'

Woolworths workers are resigning or accepting pay cuts to avoid returning to the office under a new mandate.

Leaders Predict The Death Of Return-To-Work Policies In 2025

Hybrid work is predicted to prevail over return-to-office mandates by 2025.

How Favoritism Plays A Role In Return-To-Office Mandates, Especially For High Performers

Favoritism in return-to-office policies could lead to discontent among employees.

Top performers are receiving preferential treatment under new workplace mandates.

Cameo Brings Workers Back to the Office With $10,000 Raise | Entrepreneur

Cameo offers a $10,000 raise for employees who return to the office full-time, enhancing their work environment and offsetting the loss of flexibility.

Jamie Dimon says it's only 'people in the middle' complaining a lot about RTO

Jamie Dimon argues that complaints about return to office (RTO) mandates mainly come from white-collar workers, unlike essential workers who remained on-site during the pandemic.

IBM co-location program described as worker attrition plan

IBM is launching a co-location program aimed at consolidating teams in offices, potentially driving out older, expensive workers.

Woolworths worker cops $50,000 pay cut to avoid return to office: 'Rather be happy'

Woolworths workers are resigning or accepting pay cuts to avoid returning to the office under a new mandate.

Leaders Predict The Death Of Return-To-Work Policies In 2025

Hybrid work is predicted to prevail over return-to-office mandates by 2025.

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Poor parental support driving talent away as 87% say maternity pay is inadequate

Growing dissatisfaction with workplace policies and financial support for parents is influencing family planning decisions.

#remote-work

Employers Need to Understand Remote Work as an ADA Accommodation

Remote work has become the top ADA accommodation requested by employees, necessitating employer knowledge of the process.

Verizon to rival AT&T employees: Come work here if you don't like 5 days in office

Verizon recruits AT&T employees amid changing RTO policies, focusing on hybrid and remote job options.

Readers respond: Tax employers who force return to office

Businesses forcing a return to the office contribute to pollution and employee dissatisfaction.

British women thrived under remote working

Nationwide's remote work policy shifted from flexibility to mandatory in-person collaboration, impacting employee retention, especially among women.

How the federal government's RTO may affect corporate America

Trump's executive order mandates federal employees return to in-person work, signaling a potential shift in workplace policies across the private sector.

California state worker unions fight 'inexplicable and unnecessary' return-to-office order

California unions oppose the Governor's new mandate requiring state employees to return to the office four days weekly.

Employers Need to Understand Remote Work as an ADA Accommodation

Remote work has become the top ADA accommodation requested by employees, necessitating employer knowledge of the process.

Verizon to rival AT&T employees: Come work here if you don't like 5 days in office

Verizon recruits AT&T employees amid changing RTO policies, focusing on hybrid and remote job options.

Readers respond: Tax employers who force return to office

Businesses forcing a return to the office contribute to pollution and employee dissatisfaction.

British women thrived under remote working

Nationwide's remote work policy shifted from flexibility to mandatory in-person collaboration, impacting employee retention, especially among women.

How the federal government's RTO may affect corporate America

Trump's executive order mandates federal employees return to in-person work, signaling a potential shift in workplace policies across the private sector.

California state worker unions fight 'inexplicable and unnecessary' return-to-office order

California unions oppose the Governor's new mandate requiring state employees to return to the office four days weekly.

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#discrimination

How A Smart Watch May Lead To Unintended Concerns For Employers

New wearable technologies improve workplace productivity but raise legal issues regarding employee privacy and data protection.

Employers must comply with ADA and discrimination laws when incorporating wearable technology.

Enforcement Strategy Against DEI In Education and Private Sector Outlined in New Executive Order and U.S. Department of Education Publications

The Trump Administration is intensifying efforts to diminish DEI initiatives despite legal opposition.

EEOC won't advocate for trans and nonbinary people, in keeping with Trump's 'two sexes' order

The EEOC is shifting focus under Acting Chair Andrea Lucas, prioritizing biological sex and reducing protections for transgender and nonbinary individuals.

Custodian fired after religious ritual with dead chicks at California college, suit says

The wrongful termination of a San Diego State University custodian highlights possible discrimination based on religious practices.

How A Smart Watch May Lead To Unintended Concerns For Employers

New wearable technologies improve workplace productivity but raise legal issues regarding employee privacy and data protection.

Employers must comply with ADA and discrimination laws when incorporating wearable technology.

Enforcement Strategy Against DEI In Education and Private Sector Outlined in New Executive Order and U.S. Department of Education Publications

The Trump Administration is intensifying efforts to diminish DEI initiatives despite legal opposition.

EEOC won't advocate for trans and nonbinary people, in keeping with Trump's 'two sexes' order

The EEOC is shifting focus under Acting Chair Andrea Lucas, prioritizing biological sex and reducing protections for transgender and nonbinary individuals.

Custodian fired after religious ritual with dead chicks at California college, suit says

The wrongful termination of a San Diego State University custodian highlights possible discrimination based on religious practices.

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#meta

Meta employees question the company's removal of posts on its internal forum: 'This is a free speech issue'

Meta's new rules restrict discussions on sensitive topics among employees, raising concerns about censorship and open dialogue.

Meta Has Block Lists of Ex-Employees It Won't Rehire | Entrepreneur

Meta maintains internal block lists for former employees, often leading to ineligibility for rehire, regardless of performance records.

Meta fires staffers who misused $25 meal credits to buy wine glasses, acne pads: report

Meta recently fired about two dozen employees for misusing a meal perk, illustrating strict enforcement of company policies during organizational restructuring.

Meta employees question the company's removal of posts on its internal forum: 'This is a free speech issue'

Meta's new rules restrict discussions on sensitive topics among employees, raising concerns about censorship and open dialogue.

Meta Has Block Lists of Ex-Employees It Won't Rehire | Entrepreneur

Meta maintains internal block lists for former employees, often leading to ineligibility for rehire, regardless of performance records.

Meta fires staffers who misused $25 meal credits to buy wine glasses, acne pads: report

Meta recently fired about two dozen employees for misusing a meal perk, illustrating strict enforcement of company policies during organizational restructuring.

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Elon Musk and Texas governor celebrate firing of worker over pronouns in email signature

Texas Texas Real Estate Commission fired an employee for refusing to remove gender pronouns from email signature under a new directive.

#diversity

US DEI professionals: how have Trump's executive orders affected your work?

Trump's executive orders target federal diversity initiatives, aiming to dismantle DEI efforts in the workplace.

UK businesses see 92% surge in demand for DEI resources as US corporations scale back initiatives

UK businesses are focusing more on DEI resources amid US corporations scaling back on these initiatives.

Skillcast reports a 92% increase in engagement with DEI resources, highlighting a shift towards stronger compliance.

US DEI professionals: how have Trump's executive orders affected your work?

Trump's executive orders target federal diversity initiatives, aiming to dismantle DEI efforts in the workplace.

UK businesses see 92% surge in demand for DEI resources as US corporations scale back initiatives

UK businesses are focusing more on DEI resources amid US corporations scaling back on these initiatives.

Skillcast reports a 92% increase in engagement with DEI resources, highlighting a shift towards stronger compliance.

morediversity

#intimate-partner-violence

How Businesses Can Address Domestic Violence

Organizations need to implement policies addressing intimate partner violence without requiring victim disclosure for support.

How Businesses Can Address Domestic Violence

Organizations need proactive policies to address intimate partner violence in the workplace.

Victims should not have to disclose abuse to receive support.

Workplace security measures can exist independently of ongoing violence investigations.

How Businesses Can Address Domestic Violence

Organizations need to implement policies addressing intimate partner violence without requiring victim disclosure for support.

How Businesses Can Address Domestic Violence

Organizations need proactive policies to address intimate partner violence in the workplace.

Victims should not have to disclose abuse to receive support.

Workplace security measures can exist independently of ongoing violence investigations.

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#federal-government

Read the email the DOGE office sent to federal employees to track their productivity

The White House is assessing federal employees' productivity amid efforts to reduce bureaucracy.

The DEI Ban Is Working Exactly as Trump Intended

The Biden administration's efforts to promote DEIA face significant rollback under the new executive orders from Trump.

Read the email the DOGE office sent to federal employees to track their productivity

The White House is assessing federal employees' productivity amid efforts to reduce bureaucracy.

The DEI Ban Is Working Exactly as Trump Intended

The Biden administration's efforts to promote DEIA face significant rollback under the new executive orders from Trump.

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#employee-benefits

Microsoft's performance-based job cuts have started, according to termination letters sent to staff

Microsoft has implemented performance-based job cuts with immediate termination of benefits and no severance for some employees.

Fertility benefits are getting more expensive, but 69% of employers are still investing in them

Employers are increasingly offering customized benefits that focus on fertility and reproductive health amidst rising costs.

Microsoft's performance-based job cuts have started, according to termination letters sent to staff

Microsoft has implemented performance-based job cuts with immediate termination of benefits and no severance for some employees.

Fertility benefits are getting more expensive, but 69% of employers are still investing in them

Employers are increasingly offering customized benefits that focus on fertility and reproductive health amidst rising costs.

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Trump administration adds fine print to "Fork" resignation offer, deepening confusion

Federal employees face confusion over new resignation offer terms and conditions before the Feb. 6 deadline.

LinkedIn Pulled Legitimate AI Coworkers from Israeli AI Firm MarkeTeam

LinkedIn's removal of AI-generated profiles by MarkeTeam underscores a disconnect between evolving AI roles and existing platform policies.

Trump offers buyouts to federal employees who don't want stop working from home

Trump is offering buyouts to federal employees resistant to returning to the office amid plans to reshape the workforce.

9 Tips For Stress Leave From Work: Mental Health Leave

Recognizing stress symptoms and taking a stress leave is crucial for maintaining mental and physical well-being.

Morning Docket: 01.06.25

Private equity's involvement in legal practices raises concerns about sustainability and integrity.

Flexible working practices can significantly enhance employee satisfaction and productivity in legal firms.

Media representations of law and baking could benefit from more realistic narratives.

Nationwide boss says women working at home could be missing out on job opportunities

Nationwide CEO emphasizes the importance of a physical office presence for career advancement and leadership development.

What are the in-office work rules entering 2025? We asked 10 major Triangle companies.

Many companies are shifting back towards in-person work post-pandemic, emphasizing benefits of face-to-face interactions.

Hybrid work models are increasingly being adopted, providing flexibility while maintaining a focus on collaboration.

#fertility-treatment

UK employers must put infertility policies in place or risk losing talented people'

Employers are urged to implement formal policies to support employees undergoing fertility treatments to avoid losing valuable staff.

UK employers risk losing good people' without policies on infertility, say managers

Employers must establish formal policies to support employees undergoing fertility treatment to retain talent and reduce stress.

UK employers must put infertility policies in place or risk losing talented people'

Employers are urged to implement formal policies to support employees undergoing fertility treatments to avoid losing valuable staff.

UK employers risk losing good people' without policies on infertility, say managers

Employers must establish formal policies to support employees undergoing fertility treatment to retain talent and reduce stress.

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#parental-leave

People Are Sharing The "Normal" Things About American Culture That Are Secretly Weird, Even To Americans

Unpaid parental leave negatively impacts family bonding time, highlighting the need for policy reform.

UK companies with the most generous parental leave - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Nugget Savings reveals the top UK employers with the best parental leave packages, enhancing transparency for parents-to-be.

People Are Sharing The "Normal" Things About American Culture That Are Secretly Weird, Even To Americans

Unpaid parental leave negatively impacts family bonding time, highlighting the need for policy reform.

UK companies with the most generous parental leave - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Nugget Savings reveals the top UK employers with the best parental leave packages, enhancing transparency for parents-to-be.

moreparental-leave

Met Police staff vote to strike for first time over curbs on working from home

The Metropolitan Police civilian staff are heading towards industrial action over increased office attendance requirements due to dissatisfaction with management's handling of remote work policies.

#surveillance

Employee accuses Apple of surveilling staff using iCloud

Apple is accused of monitoring employee communications and infringing on privacy rights, contradicting its public commitment to consumer privacy.

Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Snooping On Employees' iPhones And Other Devices - Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL)

Apple faces a lawsuit from an employee claiming privacy violations due to company policies mandating the use of its devices.

Employee accuses Apple of surveilling staff using iCloud

Apple is accused of monitoring employee communications and infringing on privacy rights, contradicting its public commitment to consumer privacy.

Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Snooping On Employees' iPhones And Other Devices - Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL)

Apple faces a lawsuit from an employee claiming privacy violations due to company policies mandating the use of its devices.

moresurveillance

#human-resources

Can I take on 2 separate jobs in the same company? Ask HR

A full-time employee can work in multiple capacities within the same company, although it's uncommon.

The Spotlight Is On Employee Records Requests!

Employees can request personal employment records, but verification and specific criteria are crucial.

Employers must understand the limitations regarding what records they need to provide.

Can I take on 2 separate jobs in the same company? Ask HR

A full-time employee can work in multiple capacities within the same company, although it's uncommon.

The Spotlight Is On Employee Records Requests!

Employees can request personal employment records, but verification and specific criteria are crucial.

Employers must understand the limitations regarding what records they need to provide.

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#corporate-culture

From EY to Meta, employers are axing workers for misusing benefits

EY fired employees for attending multiple online training sessions simultaneously, believing they were following company culture and expectations.

The incident reflects a larger trend of strict enforcement against perceived misuse of corporate benefits among major companies.

The key to the future of remote work is balance between distance and office work

Corporate pushback against telecommuting is raising concerns among employees in France, particularly after the pandemic normalized remote work.

From EY to Meta, employers are axing workers for misusing benefits

EY fired employees for attending multiple online training sessions simultaneously, believing they were following company culture and expectations.

The incident reflects a larger trend of strict enforcement against perceived misuse of corporate benefits among major companies.

The key to the future of remote work is balance between distance and office work

Corporate pushback against telecommuting is raising concerns among employees in France, particularly after the pandemic normalized remote work.

morecorporate-culture

Washington Post Tells Employees: It's Time to Return to the Office - Washingtonian

The Washington Post mandates a full-time return to office work to revive pre-COVID office culture, raising concerns among employees and union leaders.

#voting-rights

Your boss is legally required to give you time off to vote, but only in these 28 states

Many Americans struggle to vote due to varying state laws allowing time off for employees, impacting turnout.

Employers must give you time off to vote in 28 states: What workers need to know about Election Day rights

Most employees are entitled to time off to vote, but specifics vary by state.

Your boss is legally required to give you time off to vote, but only in these 28 states

Many Americans struggle to vote due to varying state laws allowing time off for employees, impacting turnout.

Employers must give you time off to vote in 28 states: What workers need to know about Election Day rights

Most employees are entitled to time off to vote, but specifics vary by state.

morevoting-rights

Former DPP warns workplaces to install menopause-friendly policies or risk damaging business

Irish workplaces must improve support for senior female employees facing menopause.

Businesses risk losing valuable staff if they don't address menopause-related challenges.

Apple allegedly imposed illegal workplace rules, NLRB says

Apple is accused of illegal practices that restrict employee organization rights according to the NLRB.

Tesla Giga Berlin's worker absences catch Elon Musk's eye

Tesla Giga Berlin managers are visiting employees on sick leave to address high absence rates, asserting that some workers exploit labor laws.

Navigating Politics in the Workplace

Employers must navigate employee political expressions carefully to avoid legal ramifications and low morale.

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How Favoritism Plays A Role In Return-To-Office Mandates, Especially For High Performers

Cameo Brings Workers Back to the Office With $10,000 Raise | Entrepreneur

Jamie Dimon says it's only 'people in the middle' complaining a lot about RTO

IBM co-location program described as worker attrition plan

Woolworths worker cops $50,000 pay cut to avoid return to office: 'Rather be happy'

Leaders Predict The Death Of Return-To-Work Policies In 2025

How Favoritism Plays A Role In Return-To-Office Mandates, Especially For High Performers

Cameo Brings Workers Back to the Office With $10,000 Raise | Entrepreneur

Jamie Dimon says it's only 'people in the middle' complaining a lot about RTO

IBM co-location program described as worker attrition plan

Woolworths worker cops $50,000 pay cut to avoid return to office: 'Rather be happy'

Leaders Predict The Death Of Return-To-Work Policies In 2025

Poor parental support driving talent away as 87% say maternity pay is inadequate

Employers Need to Understand Remote Work as an ADA Accommodation

Verizon to rival AT&T employees: Come work here if you don't like 5 days in office

Readers respond: Tax employers who force return to office

British women thrived under remote working

How the federal government's RTO may affect corporate America

California state worker unions fight 'inexplicable and unnecessary' return-to-office order

Employers Need to Understand Remote Work as an ADA Accommodation

Verizon to rival AT&T employees: Come work here if you don't like 5 days in office

Readers respond: Tax employers who force return to office

British women thrived under remote working

How the federal government's RTO may affect corporate America

California state worker unions fight 'inexplicable and unnecessary' return-to-office order

How A Smart Watch May Lead To Unintended Concerns For Employers

Enforcement Strategy Against DEI In Education and Private Sector Outlined in New Executive Order and U.S. Department of Education Publications

EEOC won't advocate for trans and nonbinary people, in keeping with Trump's 'two sexes' order

Custodian fired after religious ritual with dead chicks at California college, suit says

How A Smart Watch May Lead To Unintended Concerns For Employers

Enforcement Strategy Against DEI In Education and Private Sector Outlined in New Executive Order and U.S. Department of Education Publications

EEOC won't advocate for trans and nonbinary people, in keeping with Trump's 'two sexes' order

Custodian fired after religious ritual with dead chicks at California college, suit says

Meta employees question the company's removal of posts on its internal forum: 'This is a free speech issue'

Meta Has Block Lists of Ex-Employees It Won't Rehire | Entrepreneur

Meta fires staffers who misused $25 meal credits to buy wine glasses, acne pads: report

Meta employees question the company's removal of posts on its internal forum: 'This is a free speech issue'

Meta Has Block Lists of Ex-Employees It Won't Rehire | Entrepreneur

Meta fires staffers who misused $25 meal credits to buy wine glasses, acne pads: report

Elon Musk and Texas governor celebrate firing of worker over pronouns in email signature

US DEI professionals: how have Trump's executive orders affected your work?

UK businesses see 92% surge in demand for DEI resources as US corporations scale back initiatives

US DEI professionals: how have Trump's executive orders affected your work?

UK businesses see 92% surge in demand for DEI resources as US corporations scale back initiatives

How Businesses Can Address Domestic Violence

How Businesses Can Address Domestic Violence

How Businesses Can Address Domestic Violence

How Businesses Can Address Domestic Violence

Read the email the DOGE office sent to federal employees to track their productivity

The DEI Ban Is Working Exactly as Trump Intended

Read the email the DOGE office sent to federal employees to track their productivity

The DEI Ban Is Working Exactly as Trump Intended

Microsoft's performance-based job cuts have started, according to termination letters sent to staff

Fertility benefits are getting more expensive, but 69% of employers are still investing in them

Microsoft's performance-based job cuts have started, according to termination letters sent to staff

Fertility benefits are getting more expensive, but 69% of employers are still investing in them

Trump administration adds fine print to "Fork" resignation offer, deepening confusion

LinkedIn Pulled Legitimate AI Coworkers from Israeli AI Firm MarkeTeam

Trump offers buyouts to federal employees who don't want stop working from home

9 Tips For Stress Leave From Work: Mental Health Leave

Morning Docket: 01.06.25

Nationwide boss says women working at home could be missing out on job opportunities

What are the in-office work rules entering 2025? We asked 10 major Triangle companies.

UK employers must put infertility policies in place or risk losing talented people'

UK employers risk losing good people' without policies on infertility, say managers

UK employers must put infertility policies in place or risk losing talented people'

UK employers risk losing good people' without policies on infertility, say managers

People Are Sharing The "Normal" Things About American Culture That Are Secretly Weird, Even To Americans

UK companies with the most generous parental leave - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

People Are Sharing The "Normal" Things About American Culture That Are Secretly Weird, Even To Americans

UK companies with the most generous parental leave - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Met Police staff vote to strike for first time over curbs on working from home

Employee accuses Apple of surveilling staff using iCloud

Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Snooping On Employees' iPhones And Other Devices - Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL)

Employee accuses Apple of surveilling staff using iCloud

Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Snooping On Employees' iPhones And Other Devices - Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL)

Can I take on 2 separate jobs in the same company? Ask HR

The Spotlight Is On Employee Records Requests!

Can I take on 2 separate jobs in the same company? Ask HR

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#workplace-policies