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How Discrimination in the Workplace Impacts Black Women’s Health & Well-Being

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The experience took a toll on her mental health. Watson, a licensed social worker who works for a federal agency, was diagnosed with clinical depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. A trauma-like effect on Black women’s health For more than 15 years, Sierra Carter, Ph.D., I was good at what I did.”

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Why Addressing Alcohol Misuse Is Key to Long-Term Organizational Success

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If drinking is a social status symbol for the company, or a sense of belonging at company social events, then those who don’t drink are not going to feel like they belong or that they can rise up the ladder. When Gallup asked what is the best health advice for people who drink an average amount of alcohol, 55% of U.S.

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How Companies Can Support Moms in–and Returning to—the Workplace

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As the founder and president of a Florida-based public relations and branding agency, she had spent her pre-kid days making the most of the fun parts of her job, even attending events well into the evening. Research shows that longer maternity leaves result in better health outcomes.

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Gen Z: Trailblazing The Future Of Work Or Trapped In A Cycle Of Sacrifice?

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But combining work and study comes at a cost: 32% struggle with mental health issues, while 50% sacrifice sleep or time for leisure. New research unveils a sobering narrative on Gen Z: a generation grappling with the weight of supporting their families, sacrificing their mental health, sleep, and leisure in the process. Is it worth it?

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The Dominican Republic is Set to Trial the 4-Day Work Week

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The four-day pilot program is led by the country’s government and is aiming to improve worker’s health and well-being while promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly productivity, as stated by Labour Minister Luis Miguel de Camps. The Dominican Republic’s experiment follows in the footsteps of the U.K.’s

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

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Worried that your company might not have a particular document on hand if the IRS conducted an audit? They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency.

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The Hidden Costs of Unlimited PTO

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However, it appears that organizations with unlimited paid time off policies actually see their employees taking less time off than they did before the policies were introduced. Unlimited paid time off can also result in comparison between employees , even in companies that pledge that leave is not tracked.

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