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New Micro-Learning! Regardless of your position, title or level in the organization, it is your job—and the job of every employee—to help create a professional workplace by demonstrating appropriate behavior. When it comes to telling jokes, there's a fine line between funny and disrespectful. We can't always know what may be offensive just by looking at someone.

New Micro-Learning! This course takes a look at how the First Amendment Free Speech Right applies differently at work than in public. You will observe the reactions among coworkers when one of them starts playing music that the others find offensive. As you work through the course, ask yourself, could a conversation like this impact the employees ability to work together?

New Micro-Learning! Taking employment actions that you believe are in the employee’s “best interests” – also called misplaced paternalism – can be viewed as discrimination if they are based on stereotypes about a disability, or sex, or any other characteristic protected by law.

New Micro-Learning! Managers should always be professional, be even-handed, and above all, be consistent. Now obviously, employees aren't machines. And part of being a good manager is being able to tailor your management style to the unique needs of individuals. But when it comes to progressive discipline, making exceptions or applying different standards is a great way to end up telling your story to a judge.

New Micro-Learning! Many court cases for wrongful employment termination stem from mishandled progressive discipline. In this course, we will examine the issue of avoiding termination. Learners will explore the importance of taking a methodical approach to preparing for a termination and the potential consequences of just winging it.

New Micro-Learning! It's important to know that the First Amendment right to free speech is not unlimited or does not outweigh the organization’s right to maintain a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. In this course, you'll learn about prohibited behavior in the workplace - as an employee exercises what he sees as his right to free speech.

Human trafficking is very real issue in the United States! Traffickers often take advantage of the privacy and anonymity accessible through the hospitality industry. Hotels and motels can be especially attractive locations for all forms of trafficking. This interactive course gives an overview of human trafficking, the warning signs and how to report suspicious activity. Can be used for SB970 (California training) requirements.

New Micro-Learning! Making employment decisions such as promotions and reporting relationships, because you think an employee is too old can get you and the organization into a lot of trouble. This might lead to an adverse employee action. Age is a protected class under federal law.

New Micro-Learning! Avoiding termination is something too many managers stumble on, especially when they're dealing with employees they think are more likely to sue. Remember, if you ever find yourself in this situation, get the support you need from human resources or senior management and act decisively to correct the problem.

New Micro-Learning! This module takes a look at the workplace protections pregnant employees receive under the law. Even if it’s unintentional, jokes about a co-worker being pregnant or repeated comments about the pregnancy can result in creating a hostile work environment and lead to charges of harassment.