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Empathy-Driven Conflict Resolution: Why We Do What We Do

Nance Schick · Mar 8, 2024 ·

Conflict is an inevitable part of the fast-paced and competitive world of business. Conflict resolution can be elusive when disputes arise, tempers flare, and emotions run high. Many workers …

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Five Reasons to Be Good to Your Employees

Nance Schick · Mar 7, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post is a general overview of some employment laws and best practices. It is not legal advice, and there is certainly no guarantee that any of the actions detailed above will generate …

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Resolving Workplace Disputes: A Holistic Approach

Nance Schick · Feb 28, 2024 ·

In an interview on the Let's Break Up - Toxic Workplace Stories podcast, Nance shared with Nicola Knobel and Gina Panella insights into her role as a neutral third party who works with employers and …

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Identifying Workplace Harassment Before It Becomes a Federal Case

Nance Schick · Feb 23, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of unlawful workplace harassment. It is not legal advice, and I am not your attorney. If you require information or advice applied to your unique …

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Race Alone is Not a Good Basis for Hiring

Nance Schick · Feb 19, 2024 ·

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There are many good bases for hiring a particular job candidate, but race alone is not one of them. Although well-intentioned, affirmative action in hiring can lead to failure for Black employees and …

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Confronting Your Own Racism*

Nance Schick · Feb 15, 2024 ·

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Because of my work in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), people continue to fear their own racism. Asking how they will know if they are racist, they worry that they are and that they can't do …

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Amplifying Hateful Voices Does Not Further Equity or Inclusion

Nance Schick · Feb 13, 2024 ·

In the quest for workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), employers must consider the impact of amplifying hateful voices in their workplaces. Although their divisive messages might sometimes …

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The DISC Assessment as a DEI Tool

Nance Schick · Feb 11, 2024 ·

Employers increasingly use DISC or other personality assessments to help them identify the root causes of workplace conflicts. In this post, we will explore whether the DISC Assessment can be an …

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Is Your DEI Strategy Performative?

Nance Schick · Feb 10, 2024 ·

Many DEI strategies are merely performative. They are dramatic marketing or public relations campaigns, not designed to truly: Increase diversity of race, gender identity, age, religion, physical …

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No, DEI Is Not Dead; It’s More Important Than Ever

Nance Schick · Feb 9, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post is contains general information about DEI programs and bans. It is not legal advice. If you are concerned about the legal implications of your program, please research and …

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