Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

More California Meal Period Guidance

In this episode, Jen and fellow Shaw Law Group wage-hour guru Megan Donaghey discuss recent court guidance addressing California’s meal period rules.

Come On…It’s 2023!

In this episode, Jen reminds us that female employees still receive inappropriate comments about their appearance, and offer some suggestions to stop this behavior.

Key Leadership Insights

In this episode, Jen welcomes special guest Anne Fields, a workplace coach who helps leaders drive a positive culture and eliminate friction in the office. 

Critical New Restrictions on Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement Provisions

In this episode, Jen discusses the National Labor Relations Board’s new decision regarding the legality of confidentiality and non-disparagement provisions. 

Mandatory Arbitration is Back!

In this episode, Jen and Trish Higgins, Shaw Law Group’s litigation guru, discuss the recent 9^th Circuit decision upholding mandatory arbitration agreements.

Documentation: It Can Help You or Hang You

In this episode, Jen reminds us of the rules for creating defensible workplace documentation.

Pregnancy Leave Traps

In this episode, Jen addresses the complexities of pregnancy leave.   

How to Deliver Bad News

In this episode, Jen and special guest Amii Barnard-Bahn, a lawyer, executive coach, and all around great person, discuss the best approaches for leaders to deliver the news that no one wants to hear. 

Pay Scales 101

In this episode, Jen discusses California’s pay transparency rules in more detail, including the new pay scale requirements.

How to Teach Soft Skills

In this episode, Jen explains why soft skills are particularly important after COVID-19, and offers suggestions to help everyone in your organization focus on this key development area.