When I lost my Director of Marketing position in my 20s, I accepted a temporary assignment through a staffing agency at a major healthcare company. At the time, I had limited work experience and no …
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Renters and Homeowners Insurance Is Not Enough for Most Domestic Employers
Many overwhelmed professionals hire full-time nannies, housekeepers, or elder companions, not realizing they are now domestic employers. They have roughly the same responsibilities as any other …
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How to Identify a True Independent Contractor
DISCLAIMER: This post provides a general overview of employment conflicts that might arise when working with independent contractors. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice …
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You Probably Can’t Fake It Until You Make It
DISCLAIMER: This post provides a general overview of employment conflicts that might arise when you overstate your qualifications. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied …
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How to Deal with Frequent Change
Frequent change is an inevitable part of life, but recently, it feels more frequent and unpredictable than ever. As professionals striving to excel—whether we're licensed professionals, managers, …
How to HAQ Political Conflicts
You might have seen that I went to Capitol Hill, was on the Tradeoffs podcast, and spoke to the Washington Post about my challenges with the Affordable Care Act. Without the Extended Premium Tax …
Ms. Schick Goes to Washington–to Advocate for Small Business Health Insurance
There's an old movie titled Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. In it, Jimmy Stewart plays an idealistic youth leader named Jefferson Smith who is unexpectedly appointed to the United States Senate. He …
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Everyone Has a 9/11 Story; This Is Mine
Twenty-four years later, it still hurts to remember 9/11, but my sadness is minor compared to the families who lost loved ones, two of which I have served as an attorney. I will never forget. Having …
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How Ames v. Ohio Changes Discrimination Claims
In June, the United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS) delivered a unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, remanding a case alleging sex discrimination for further development of …
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Understanding the NYS Model Sexual Harassment Policy: FAQs for Employers
In this series of posts, we are breaking down the elements of New York State (NYS)'s Model Sexual Harassment Policy. For some of you, the mandatory training, policy, and postings might seem like more …
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