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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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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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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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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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Six Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Job

Nance Schick · Dec 15, 2025 ·

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Maintaining a good job can be quite challenging, especially when you find yourself navigating difficult situations such as workplace complaints or changes in management. It's important to understand …

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How Ames v. Ohio Changes Discrimination Claims

Nance Schick · Sep 8, 2025 ·

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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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How to Honor Juneteenth Despite DEI Bans

Nance Schick · Jun 16, 2025 ·

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Admittedly, I've often felt a bit strange, if not unwelcome, at Juneteenth celebrations. I didn't understand its significance beyond a historical date until this year, when I began researching ways …

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Why Your Severance Agreement Needs an Employment Attorney’s Review

Nance Schick · Apr 21, 2025 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post is a general overview of severance agreements in New York and why you might benefit from an attorney review. It is not legal advice and can be considered attorney advertising. If …

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Why Might You Mediate a Discrimination Case?

Nance Schick · Apr 14, 2025 ·

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Licensed professionals and other high achievers might choose to mediate workplace discrimination claims for a variety of reasons. One of the biggest motivators is the desire to make the nightmare …

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