The #metoo movement has prompted a lot of consideration about what is acceptable in the workplace. Some behaviors – like “quid pro quo” sexual harassment and groping – are egregious and clearly inappropriate. But what about swearing, a habit shared by more than half of American workers? (And, reportedly, the President of the United States?) According to a study by …

In the wake of high-profile firings and resignations for sexual misconduct and harassment, there has been much discussion about unwanted advances in the workplace. But what do managers and business owners need to know about consensual romantic relationships in the office? A whopping 37 percent of U.S. workers have dated a coworker, according to a recent CareerBuilder survey – and …

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 …

It’s the season of giving, right? So you may be wondering how your company can give back — and how it can encourage employees who do so.  But you have to be careful with your company’s funds, too — so what’s realistic? There are many options: corporate giving, employee volunteer programs, in-kind donations, employee matching gift programs … Whatever variation …

Cyber Monday may be a boon to online retailers, but it’s a black hole in the workplace: In a recent survey, 75 percent of workers admitted shopping on a company device. According to Adobe, next Monday could be the largest online shopping day ever, generating more than $6.5 billion in sales. What does that mean for productivity? More than 41 percent of …

Benefits can be a key differentiator in attracting and retaining talent, especially when those benefits show care for the varying needs of families. Adoption benefits can be a popular yet inexpensive way to do just that. The concept has been gaining steam. More than two-thirds of Americans think employers should offer leave — paid or unpaid — after an adoption, …