Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

Dish Out Some Praise Today!

In this episode, Jen considers the relatively recent phenomenon of workplace “praise programs,” and how to use them to your (and your team’s!) advantage.

Why You Need to Understand How California Sick Leave Works

In this episode, Jen explains the complexities of California’s “Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act” sick leave program and why failure to comply with the rules can result in significant wage-hour liability.

New Form I-9 Requirements and Optional Remote Document Verification Process

In this episode, Jen and Megan Donaghey, Shaw Law Group’s Form I-9 guru, discuss the new Form I-9 and processes, and the now permanent remote document verification process available to qualified employers.

Vaccination Accommodation Developments

In this episode, Jen explains a recent California Court of Appeals decision involving whether employers must grant accommodations to vaccine policies.

What Should You Do When the Government Comes Knocking?

In this episode, Jen provides a checklist of steps to take when a government agency demands documents and/or access to the worksite.

When You MUST Investigate an Internal Complaint

In this episode, Jen discusses when employers are required to investigate internal complaints.

Understanding DEI(B) Programs

In this episode, Jen chats with Julia Melnicoe, Shaw Law Group’s DEI expert, about DEI(B) programs and how to drive cultural change in your organization.

Hiring Etiquette for HR Professionals

In this episode, Jen explains how professional hiring practices generate better candidates.

Navigating Dress Code Challenges

In this episode, Jen offers some guidance to employers struggling with dress code issues, especially when it gets hot at work.

Team Building 101

In this episode, Jen reminds employers about the touchstones of an effective team building event, starting with inclusion.