First used about women, the “glass ceiling” has become a metaphor comparing the lack of opportunity for women and minorities in the workplace to a glass ceiling through which they can see but cannot physically break. The first usage of the term goes back several decades. It was explicitly used...
Breastfeeding is an integral part of the beginning of a child’s life. Breastfeeding has long-term and immediate effects that are beneficial to the health of both mother and child. However, breastfeeding and breast pumping are frowned upon in some workplaces. This forces mothers to face the difficult choice of breastfeeding...
Anyone who suffers from stuttering or any other type of speech impediment knows that it can be extremely difficult to clearly communicate. In some cases, involuntary pauses occur when the person is unable to produce the word or phrase that they are trying to communicate, which often results in a...
Working overtime can be a great way to earn extra money from your job while at the same time earning extra experience. It may also be essential if you are trying to get a particular project completed by a deadline. However, there are instances when an employee may not wish...
Employers are mandated to protect the safety and well-being of the entire workforce, which entitles them to know whether or not employees are vaccinated against COVID-19. This includes the right to ask for proof of confirmation and requesting a copy of vaccination cards or medical documentation of employees’ status. Under...
Whether you are searching for a job or submitting an application for employment, online job postings and job sites offer a wide variety of potential positions. Online resources can do a great job of aligning qualified job candidates with open positions. Online job sites often rely on algorithms to access...