06/19/2007
Nothing disrupts a workplace like unbridled rumors, especially when it’s about a sexual harassment complaint. Such chatter can make it hard to carry out a fair and impartial investigation. For that reason, you can—and should—be proactive about curbing idle speculation while your organization investigates …
06/13/2007
“If I get one more write-up, if you think they had a problem in Virginia, it’ll be worse here.” That comment by a Suffolk County (NY) Community College employee led to his arrest. At SeaWorld in Florida, a “joke” about the Virginia Tech shootings earned an employee the same fate. Here’s how to handle such comments in your organization. Plus, learn the 8 warning signs of violent worker behavior.