Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

The Risks of Modified Duty Programs

In this episode, Jen explains why you need to be careful administering modified duty programs.

New California Employment Laws for 2025

In this episode, Jen summarizes the new employment laws for 2025 and how to get ready!

The Do’s and Don’t’s of Policy Drafting

In this episode, Jen and Shaw Law Group policy guru Julia Melnicoe Insel discuss the best practices for drafting employee handbooks and manuals.

Breaking Down AI in the HR World

In this episode, Jen helps us understand how artificial intelligence is affecting HR professionals and why you must leverage it.

“The Great Detachment”

In this episode, Jen explains the term “glossing” and how it contributes to disengagement and dissatisfaction at work.

Etiquette Training at Work?

In this episode Jen examines why so many employers are requiring office etiquette training.

Employees in Crisis: Your Role in HR

In this episode, Jen provides key guidance on how to handle employees who are in crisis.  

Violence at Work: Critical Prevention Steps

In this episode, Jen discusses violence in the workplace and the best practices for prevention.   

Policy/Procedure 101

In this episode, Jen reminds us why compliant policies and procedures are critical to avoiding employment law liability.

HR Integrity: Sometimes It’s Easier Said than Done

In this episode, Jen encourage HR professionals to do what is right, no matter what.