How to Manage Risk in the Midst of a Pandemic
As the world is beginning to understand and navigate the very real impact of COVID-19 on our economy, personal lives and businesses, we want you to know that Work Shield is here...
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As the world is beginning to understand and navigate the very real impact of COVID-19 on our economy, personal lives and businesses, we want you to know that Work Shield is here...
Learn More Risk Management,Human Resources,Remote Work,ComplianceAs soon as Dallas mandated its "Shelter in Place" policy, we all moved to working from home indefinitely. I am the first to say this tran...
Learn More Human Resources,Risk Management,Mental Health,Remote WorkWhat employers can do, can't do and should do to avoid disability bias and discrimination in the workplace during COVID 19.
Learn More Human Resources,Risk Management,Compliance,Company CultureIn COVID19's wake, no matter how great your culture was before, it's not going to be the same after. Five ways to start rebuilding NOW.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Mental Health,Remote Work,Equality,Company Culture,Corporate Social ResponsibilityIn the wake of COVID-19, a host of new employee discrimination allegations is on the horizon. If companies want to effectively mitigate risk...
Learn More Risk Management,ComplianceWe can’t change the unimaginable things that are happening around us right now. But we can put measures in place to safeguard our minds...
Learn More Mental Health,Remote Work,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureWe have a three-year old Wheaten Terrier named Hazel. She’s driving me crazy. She barks at every every walker, biker and car that drives ...
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Risk Management,Mental Health,Remote Work,Compliance,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureAs business owners and managers, we have a social responsibility that extends beyond company doors.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Mental Health,Remote Work,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureTim Powers is Dallas' Ethics Czar, CEO of Haynes and Boone, and serves on Work Shield's Advisory Board.
Learn More Risk Management,Company CultureWill you implore the tools your company needs for a more diverse, inclusive and equal workplace?
Learn More DE&I,Mental Health,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureSuccessful implementation and execution of new Title IX policies across diverse school population will be difficult, but necessary.
Learn More Human Resources,Risk Management,Compliance,Company CultureExperts say companies and employers can expect discrimination claims this year to increase by almost 50%.
Learn More Human Resources,Risk Management,ComplianceOver the past few months, we've seen an increase in employees reporting what is referred to as "microaggressions."
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Mental Health,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureRuth Bader Ginsberg didn’t just influence Americans...
Learn More DE&I,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureA new report on women in the workplace from Leanin.org and McKinsey & Company.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Mental Health,Remote Work,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureCultivating an environment where your Latino employees feel included and recognized will build a more inclusive workplace culture for all...
Learn More Human Resources,Mental Health,Equality,Company CultureIn order to protect cultures of acceptance and inclusion, leaders must understand what workplace bullying is, how it impacts the workplace, and how they should address educating their employees and handling bullying head-on.
Learn More Human Resources,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureBusiness leaders focused on DEI initiatives can build upon their culture of inclusion by recognizing the diverse and specialized backgrounds veterans bring to the workplace.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureThere are many real, action-oriented tactics that any company can use to foster more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplaces.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureAlmost 15% of charges filed with the EEOC were made in the retail trade, the second-highest percentage after accommodations/food services.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Risk Management,Compliance,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureCreating an engaging and safe holiday party experience that not only relieves stress, but also strengthens team bonding without adding to the Zoom burnout.
Learn More Human Resources,Company CultureIn many respects, 2020 has been a perfect storm of events that have reframed and reinforced the importance of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts.
Learn More DE&I,Human Resources,Mental Health,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureThe Nasdaq stock exchange took a serious step towards pushing diversity in American companies this month.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Risk Management,Compliance,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureIn December 2020, vaccines from both Pfizer and Moderna received FDA emergency use authorizations to begin the fight against COVID-19.
Learn More Human Resources,Risk Management,CompliancePreserving the human element of Work Shield is essential to our mission.
Learn More Human Resources,Company CultureToday is history in the making for all Americans, but particularly for women.
Learn More Equality,DE&IJanuary is National Mentorship Month, honoring the invaluable relationship between mentor and mentee.
Learn More Human Resources,Company CultureWe’re breaking down why, even in a year of cutbacks, companies should invest in initiatives promoting employee well-being and DEI.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Risk Management,Mental Health,Compliance,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureWe’re taking a look back on how we started, why we started, and all the growth we’ve experienced along the way.
Learn More Company Culture,Corporate Social ResponsibilityIn honor of the month of love, we’re sharing five reasons our board members love Work Shield and why our mission resonates with them.
Learn More Risk Management,Compliance,Company CultureWe are highlighting the staggering statistics of workplace discrimination against the Black community, as well as actionable steps to create a safer, more equitable workplace culture for everyone.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Equality,Corporate Social ResponsibilityWhat keeps me intrinsically motivated to continue full steam ahead are the individual employees we impact within the cultures of all our client partners.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Mental Health,Compliance,Equality,Corporate Social Responsibility,Company CultureAs many as 90% of women and 70% of men who have worked in the restaurant industry have experienced some form of sexual harassment.
Learn More Compliance,Risk ManagementIn honor of Employee Appreciation Day on March 5, we've rounded up four easy ways to show appreciation for your employees today and year-round!
Learn More Human Resources,Mental Health,Company CultureIt is critical that businesses emphasize the importance of women in the workplace, particularly in positions of leadership. We’ve compiled actionable steps that employers can take to create more equitable workplaces for women.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,EqualityThe effects of the pandemic continue to impact those both in and out of the traditional office environment. With that, we’ve compiled three major changes that we can expect to become lasting trends in the workplace moving forward.
Learn More Human Resources,DE&I,Mental Health,Remote Work,EqualityMarch 24th is Equal Pay Day, which aims to bring awareness to the pay gap in America. We’re spotlighting three stats you need to know and why it’s important that every business implement solutions that help close the gap.
Learn More EqualityAt Work Shield, we value collaboration and teamwork, and that’s why on this week’s blog, we’re sharing three creative ways to help your employees remain engaged and connected while working from home.
Learn More Remote Work,Company CultureWork Shield is happy to announce that we have upgraded our headquarters and moved into The Crescent in Uptown Dallas. We are very excited for what this next chapter at The Crescent represents for our company, and we look forward to establishing deep roots in Dallas, while also serving our clients nationwide.
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