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Conflict Resilient Workplaces

Internships and the High Costs of “Free” Labor

Nance Schick · May 11, 2026 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post is intended only as general information regarding internships and New York employment laws. It is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. If you …

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Conducting Fair and Impartial Workplace Investigations

Nance Schick · May 4, 2026 ·

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When a conflict requires a formal investigation, it can feel like a heavy administrative burden. If you are part of the "business sandwich generation," you are often the bridge between rigid …

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Should New York Employers Protest Unemployment Claims for Attendance Issues?

Nance Schick · Mar 23, 2026 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about unemployment insurance protests in NYC. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please …

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Reflections from the Florida Creativity Conference

Nance Schick · Mar 16, 2026 ·

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If you emailed me late last week, you know I was in Sarasota to lead a conflict resolution workshop at the Florida Creativity Conference (FLCC). I highly recommend you consider attending it next year …

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Can Employers Prohibit Workplace Dating?

Nance Schick · Feb 13, 2026 ·

DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about sexual harassment and workplace dating. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please …

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The Dos and Don’ts of Workplace Dating

Nance Schick · Feb 6, 2026 ·

DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about workplace dating. It does not contain legal advice. Before you choose to incorporate a workplace dating policy in your procedures, we recommend …

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Preventing Discrimination Despite DEI Bans

Nance Schick · Jan 23, 2026 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post contains general information about DEI bans and non-discrimination. It is not legal advice. If you are uncertain about your current obligations, we strongly recommend you …

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How to Navigate Immigration as a Workplace DEI Issue

Nance Schick · Jan 16, 2026 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post contains general information about employment and immigration. It is not legal advice. If you are uncertain about your current obligations, we strongly recommend you schedule a …

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How High Achievers Avoid Derailing Their Careers with Workplace Conflicts

Nance Schick · Jan 9, 2026 ·

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Dangerous misconceptions about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have been derailing careers for years. Occasionally, overzealous professionals inequitably investigated claims and doled out …

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Communication for Conflict Resilient Workplaces

Nance Schick · Jan 2, 2026 ·

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Communication breakdowns happen at work, regardless of your title or experience. Maybe it's caused by conflicting interests in a project or frustration and overwhelm during periods of change. Even the …

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