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Sexual harassment has dominated the headlines of late. That keen awareness can make people second-guess office interactions. But we can’t simply avoid certain coworkers, and treating them differently creates another form of discrimination. However, if we examine our motives and use a common-sense approach, we can contribute to a workplace that is safe and inviting to everyone. After all, that’s …

Harvey Weinstein, Matt Lauer, Charlie Rose… With the sudden shattering of many high-profile men’s reputations amid allegations of sexual harassment, we as a nation are currently acutely aware of anything smacking of impropriety in the workplace. Perhaps the most prominent figure to fall from grace was movie mogul Weinstein, against whom allegations range from appearing nearly or fully naked in front of unsuspecting …

We may roll our eyes at the cliché of New Year’s resolutions — and the reality that the vast majority fail by February — but a new beginning is a prime opportunity to pursue positive change. For those who lead businesses, we’d like to suggest a New Year’s resolution that could pack a punch for your company: Resolve to become …

With sincerest apologies to Clement Clarke Moore, we offer our version of The Night Before Christmas…from a business owner’s perspective. From all of us at People People, best wishes for a wonderful holiday.   ’Twas the night before Christmas, When all through the house, This entrepreneur was still stirring, To the chagrin of my spouse.   The stockings weren’t hung; …

It’s true that the vast majority of Americans celebrate Christmas — 92 percent, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey. And the decorations, ornaments and trees popping up everywhere from grocery stores to city squares make it seem ubiquitous. But in the workplace, employers must be cautious about getting carried away by the Yuletide. Employers are required by law …