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I Said Something™ Promoting Respectful Workplace Behavior for Managers
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Did you know that as a manager or supervisor - you are held to a higher legal standard in harassment & abusive conduct cases. Workplace harassment has consequences - for the target of harassment, the organization and even YOU - the manager or supervisor! Learn how to identify and address workplace harassment using real-life examples and relevant video scenarios. As a manager, you need to know how to address bad workplace behavior.
I Said Something™ Promoting Respectful Workplace Behavior (eLearning)
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Research tells us that as many as 80% of women (and up to 20% of men) experience harassment in the workplace and two-thirds of workers experience bullying in the workplace. This course provides the tools to effectively and appropriately respond to workplace bullying and harassment as well as how to step up and put an end to aggressive and fearful behavior. Each area (bullying, sexual harassment, discrimination) covered in the fast moving program is actionable, reasonable and can have significant impact on your organization.
Standing Up for Respectful Workplace Behavior™
Meet the Chicago Bystander Training Requirement! Research tells us that as many as 80% of women and 20% of men experience some form of harassment in the workplace. Organizations want productive and engaged employees who contribute to the bottom line… and one aggressive employee can ruin it all. There are real consequences associated with crossing the line at work and more than money is what’s at stake. The effects of harassment, discrimination and abusive conduct can damage our organization’s morale, brand, and leave targeted employees unproductive and fearful.
Top 20 ProgramIt’s Still Not Just About Sex Anymore™: Harassment and Discrimination in the Workplace
Updated with the US Supreme Court decision protecting LGBTQ+ workers! In the ever-changing work environment, it's difficult to know--or understand--what's allowed and what's not allowed at work. Using this new course, bring greater awareness to the many types of harassment which can occur in the workplace. Use with employees organization-wide for annual training or new employee orientation.
Top 20 ProgramMy Story™ Understanding Racial Inequity (Interactive eLearning)
Racism is real. It can be subtle. Or blatant. Either way, it deeply impacts those who are the target of the racist act, statement or attitude. This powerful course will help learners gain a better understanding of “race-related incidents” through the eyes of those impacted - by hearing their personal stories and insights of their personal experiences. Each of us has a story. How will yours impact others?
It's Not Just About Sex Anymore™: Harassment & Discrimination in the Workplace (eLearning)
Promote awareness of how harassment and discrimination impact the entire organization. This course dramatizes employee behaviors that lead to formal charges and result in serious consequences for the individuals involved. It is an eye-opening experience for everyone in the organization to discover what is/is not acceptable in today’s workplace and what their responsibilities are concerning harassment.
Without Regard… (For Managers)
Without Regard… is designed to be a brief but effective overview of workplace discrimination for managers & supervisors - and is now in our eLearning Signature format! To avoid the high cost of workplace discrimination, organizations and their employees must know what is and isn’t discrimination, as well as what actions to take if discrimination occurs.
Training Briefs® She Earned That
Regardless of physical appearance and gender, we should treat each other with respect and dignity. As a leader in our organization, we must acknowledge that each other’s achievements are due to nothing short of hard work and dedication, NOT appearance or sexuality. We are all on the same team.
TrainingBriefs® Disability Discrimination
Creating a respectful and inclusive workplace is vital to the success of our organization. But let’s say an employee comes to you and complains that they’ve been discriminated against because of their disability. What do you do?
TrainingBriefs® Religious Discrimination
Creating a respectful and inclusive workplace is vital to the success of our organization. Religious discrimination is illegal. All claims of religious discrimination must be taken seriously and properly addressed to ensure that this does not happen in the workplace. But let’s say an employee comes to you and complains that they’ve been discriminated against because of their religion. What do you do?
Legal Briefs™ Harassment & Discrimination: Promoting Respect and Preventing Discrimination
Harassment and discrimination are probably two of the most well known legal issues managers face. Unfortunately, they are also the two areas where managers can get themselves into the most trouble. Even with all the publicity on this topic in the media, many managers are not aware of their responsibilities regarding harassment and discrimination This course covers critical information on the things you need to be aware of in terms of how harassment and discrimination impacts you, as a manager, on a daily basis.
Without Regard… (For Employees)
To avoid the high cost of workplace discrimination, organizations and their employees must know what is and isn’t discrimination, as well as what actions to take if discrimination occurs. Without Regard… is designed to be a brief but effective overview of workplace discrimination for employees - and is now in our eLearning Signature format!
TrainingBriefs® Inclusion Is for Everybody
New Micro-Learning! Over the last 30 years or so, we've paid a lot of attention to overcoming the past exclusion of women and minorities in the workplace. But we don't give a lot of thought as to how those changes have affected white men. It's easy to see how the focus on minorities and women has caused many white men to worry about discrimination. And sometimes those concerns were justified by inappropriate actions taken to meet hiring goals.
TrainingBriefs® Integrity in Hiring
Updated! As a manager, we are ethically bound to oversee the recruitment and hiring process with honesty, consistency and objectivity. This course looks at a specific hiring example and spends some time talking about what you should do in this situation making sure you always act with integrity.
TrainingBriefs® Misplaced Paternalism
New Micro-Learning! Taking employment actions that you believe are in the employee’s “best interests” – also called misplaced paternalism – can be viewed as discrimination if they are based on stereotypes about a disability, or sex, or any other characteristic protected by law.
TrainingBriefs® The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act
New Micro-Learning! The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act overturned the Supreme Court's decision in Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., which severely restricted the time period for filing complaints of employment discrimination concerning compensation. This course explains the act an the EEOC's longstanding position that each paycheck that contains discriminatory compensation is a separate violation regardless of when the discrimination began.
TrainingBriefs® Too Big a Job
Stereotypes about what physical jobs women can or cannot do may create illegal gender-based discrimination situations. In some very specific cases, a job could have legitimate lifting requirements that could exclude some women. However, every employee or applicant should be given an opportunity to prove that they can do the required job duties.
TrainingBriefs® Too Old, Huh?
Making employment decisions such as promotions and reporting relationships, because you think an employee is too old can get you and the organization into a lot of trouble. This might lead to an adverse employee action. Age is a protected class under federal law.
TrainingBriefs® She’s Asian, Right!
New Micro-Learning! Blaming an Asian employee for a world-wide pandemic based on their heritage makes no sense. Biases and stereotypes (including racism) based on national origin or heritage can lead to unfounded and negative comments and actions that can ruin relationships and reputations. Standing up as a ally (active bystander) is a powerful way to educate others and call out explicit bias.
TrainingBriefs® Gender Discrimination
An employee comes to you and complains that they have been discriminated against because of gender. What do you do? Being a manager or supervisor is a fulfilling role. But as you know, there are times where you’ll need to tackle tough situations. When it comes to working with an employee who feels they’ve been discriminated against, don’t immediately dismiss the situation. Listen fully to the accuser’s story and ask for specific examples of what was done and said. Be empathic.
TrainingBriefs® Race Discrimination
Being a manager or supervisor is a fulfilling role. But as you know, there are times where you’ll need to tackle tough situations. Let’s say an employee comes to you and complains that they’ve been discriminated against because of gender. What do you do? Creating a respectful and inclusive workplace is vital to the success of our organization.
TrainingBriefs® Taking Our Jobs!
New Micro-Learning! Wanting to have economic security is a basic need for everyone. But, in taking care of our economic needs, we need to make sure that we are not being disrespectful (or discriminatory) of others in the process. Caring for ourselves and our families is something that everyone in the world worries about. Immigrants are no exception of the rule.
Addressing a Disability Discrimination Complaint (Managing Essentials™ Series)
New Just-In-Time Performance Management Tool! You have an employee with a disability who feels discriminated against at work. What do you do? There are five steps you can take to help the situation.
Addressing a Gender Discrimination Complaint (Managing Essentials™ Series)
New Just-In-Time Performance Management Tool! You have an employee who feels discriminated against at work based on their gender. What do you do? There are five steps you can take to help the situation.
Addressing a Race Discrimination Complaint (Managing Essentials™ Series)
New Just-In-Time Performance Management Tool! You have an employee who feels discriminated against at work based on their race. What do you do? There are five steps you can take to help the situation.
Addressing a Religious Discrimination Complaint (Managing Essentials™ Series)
New Just-In-Time Performance Management Tool! You have an employee who feels discriminated against at work based on their religion. What do you do? There are five steps you can take to help the situation.
TrainingBriefs® Understanding Diversity (Key Workplace Terms)
New Micro-Learning! Workplace diversity is not an option — it is a reality. And the true value of that diversity allows organizations to draw on a fuller range of experiences - allowing them to think more creatively and avoid biased decision-making. But when it comes to workplace diversity, there are some key terms you must understand in order to overcome the very issues that prevent us from embracing and leveraging the full power of diversity. We’ll define and discuss a few of those key terms in this course.
TrainingBriefs® Understanding Workplace Equity
New Micro-Learning! Equity in a workplace means everyone receives fair treatment. That means there is transparency, and everyone knows what to expect in terms of consequences and rewards. In other words, equity is what happens when all members of a diverse group of employees have equal opportunities and support to succeed and grow!
TrainingBriefs® Avoiding Reverse Discrimination in Hiring
New Micro-Learning! On paper, recruiting a new employee might appear to be a simple process. In reality, it’s an extremely complex process, and in every step of the way you need to be aware of certain legal implications. There are five common pitfalls in the recruiting and hiring process that you need to be mindful of; describing the job, dealing with protected groups, avoiding illegal questions, conducting legal reference check, and avoiding reverse discrimination. In this module, we will explore the topic of avoiding reverse discrimination.
TrainingBriefs® Behind the Times
New Micro-Learning! Harassment and/or discrimination in the workplace is a very serious issue. This course takes a quick look at the potential consequences of making comments about an employee’s work habits that could possibly be construed as age bias or discrimination.
TrainingBriefs® Gender Identity Protections
New Micro-Learning! This course explores the topic of gender identity in the workplace. There are a variety of Federal, state and local laws that expressly protect workers based on their gender identity and sexual orientation. Most employers are covered by one or more of these laws.
TrainingBriefs® No Foreigners Allowed
New Micro-Learning! Can you - as a manager - be held accountable for harassing behavior of your team members or direct reports? This course takes a look at the potential consequences of looking the other way when you notice harassing behavior in the workplace.
TrainingBriefs® Not On Our Team!
New Micro-Learning! We all have different experiences and backgrounds, and we may have different views on what is acceptable behavior. But failing to treat people with respect and professionalism, when due to a protected status, can easily lead to charges of discrimination or harassment. This course takes a look at how sabotaging someone’s ability to do his or her job can lead to an adverse employment action.
Got Ethics?® An Overview
This introductory module to the Got Ethics? series provides a great overview of the different ethical situations that employees might face in the workplace.
Got Ethics?® Integrity in Hiring
This eLearning module focuses on ethics and integrity in the hiring process. Business managers are ethically bound to oversee the recruitment process with honesty, consistency and objectivity. Human resources protect the ethical integrity of every step in the hiring process to help managers avoid actions that could put the organization at risk.
It's the Law™: The Legal Side of Management: An Advantage eLearning Course
Your managers are legally obligated to understand and enforce company employment policies and procedures to reduce the chance of discrimination and lawsuits. This new eLearning program uses a variety of workplace scenarios to illustrate that taking critical precautions and having a clear understanding of the law will minimize employment discrimination and maximize equal employment opportunity.
Keeping Your Workplace Free from Harassment and Discrimination
Harassment in the workplace is a serious matter. It can cause organizations to lose good employees, incur litigation costs, and possibly violate laws against discrimination. For both employees and managers, this course covers harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention.
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (An Overview)
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a federal anti-discrimination law that covers employers, including state and local governments, with 15 or more employees. Under the PWFA, employers must make “reasonable accommodations” to a worker’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless the accommodation will cause the employer an “undue hardship.”
TrainingBriefs® They’re Both Older
It’s a good possibility that many members of our organization don’t understand that our organization is a collection of backgrounds, experience levels, and life lessons. It’s important for them to understand that we can draw on the strengths of those elements… developing a thorough solution that works for the entire team.
A.C.T. with Integrity™: Real Situations for Discussion (eLearning Advantage)
Most organizations operate at a fast pace—which means real choices have to be made quickly by employees every day. And every time they make a choice, they hold the future well-being of your organization in their hands. This highly interactive course will help your employees learn how to recognize the most common business ethics and compliance situations they face every day.
TrainingBriefs® The New Normal
New Micro-Learning! Biases and stereotypes based on national origin or heritage can lead to unfounded and negative comments and actions that can ruin relationships and reputations. This type of harassment and discrimination will not be tolerated in our organization!
Let's M.E.E.T.™ to Resolve Workplace Harassment (eLearning Signature)
This course is designed to help you recognize, respond to and resolve difficult interactions that can stem from inappropriate or illegal behaviors in the workplace. This allows you and your organization to stay on the “right side of the line.” As a manager, it is especially important that you respond to any incidents immediately and thoughtfully.
TrainingBriefs® Addressing Misunderstandings
Building an inclusive work environment sometimes means confronting colleagues about their misconceptions and attitudes regarding diversity. It also means taking the time to have courageous conversations about the tough topics impacting the workplace. A diverse workforce does not mean your organization places more value on certain groups of people. What it means is your organization is committed to attracting and retaining quality employees from ALL cultural backgrounds, genders, ages, and points of view.
TrainingBriefs® It’s That Time Again
Ever hear inappropriate gender-based jokes or comments in the workplace? Unfortunately, the sometimes subtle nature of what constitutes harassment and discrimination can make it difficult to identify. Using a dramatic example taken from a real life situation, this interactive program provides a realistic scenario intended to generate discussion regarding what behaviors constitute inappropriate behavior at work.
TrainingBriefs® No Way, Not Me!
New Micro-Learning! Mentoring others is an essential component of organizational success. It’s everyone’s job to make sure we create a workplace that is respectful. Respect comes from adhering to our policies, using professional behavior and language – as well as being consistent, transparent, and open to cross-gender mentorships.
Drawing the Line: Creating a Respectful & Harassment-Free Workplace™ (2-Hour Mgr/Sup Version)
Completely Updated! A detailed course on harassment and discrimination prevention that addresses the requirements found in AB1825, AB2053, SB396 and CA FEHA requirements. This course consists of 12 modules and is designed especially for supervisors & managers. Workplace bullying (abusive conduct) and gender discrimination are also discussed and addressed in this course.
TrainingBriefs® It’s Just Allergies!
New Micro-Learning! Gossip has no place in the workplace. Assumptions and gossip can lead to bigger issues – discrimination and even harassment. Using good judgement and good hygiene can help prevent the spread of workplace sickness - without discriminating against others based on what we might perceive as fact.
ALL IN!™ Tackling Tough Diversity Dynamics (Advantage Program)
When it comes right down to it, no one likes tension or conflict in the workplace. But with such a diverse workforce, differences are bound to surface. ALL IN!™ is designed to provide you with practical skills for recognizing and responding to the diversity and inclusion dynamics that are often grounded in racial and cultural differences. It’s important to remember that racism runs counter to our beliefs in human rights. Some people hope that avoiding awareness and discussion of racial issues is the solution. We need to challenge some of our traditional ways of thinking. Not by calling people out but by calling people in.
TrainingBriefs® Religion at Work
It’s one thing to casually invite someone to attend religious services with you, or to occasionally mention a religious belief or practice. But when you repeatedly and openly talk about your religious beliefs, or proselytize, to the point that it offends a co-worker, you can be accused of harassment. And when a supervisor is the one talking about religion in the workplace, employees may believe that religion discriminatorily effected employment decisions.
TrainingBriefs® EEO Overview
New Micro-Learning! The best-known equal employment law is Title VII (Seven) of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 - prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. This quick course will take a closer look equal employment opportunity and the Act that has been amended and expanded several times over the years.
Got Compliance?™ Harassment: It’s More Than You Think™
The majority of people who harass do so as a conscious or unconscious way of expressing dominance or power. It may be used as a method for organizational or social control over someone else. Bullying is a form of harassment.
Drawing the Line: Creating a Harassment-Free Workplace™ (Standard)
Managers must be able to recognize, even address and report harassment in an appropriate and timely manner. It’s their responsibility! To ensure effectiveness, this course goes beyond basic sexual harassment training to address multiple forms of unacceptable workplace behavior including discrimination, retaliation, bullying and other forms of harassment that may occur in your workplace.
It's Not Just About Sex Anymore™: An Advantage eLearning Course
Using dramatic examples in white and blue collar, hospitality, health care and retail settings, this program will protect your organization by communicating everyone's legal responsibilities towards harassment and discrimination.
TrainingBriefs® That’s Not Funny!
Regardless of your position, title or level in the organization, it is your job—and the job of every employee—to help create a professional workplace by demonstrating appropriate behavior. When it comes to telling jokes, there's a fine line between funny and disrespectful. We can't always know what may be offensive just by looking at someone.
TrainingBriefs® Defamation of Character
New Micro-Learning! Gossip is one of those areas where it's easy to find us on the wrong side of the line. While it may seem like harmless water cooler talk, it's not. Not only is gossip unprofessional because it destroys respect and trust in the workplace; it can also get our organization and us into a lot of trouble.
TrainingBriefs® Hurtful Conversations
New Micro-Learning! Insensitive remarks about an overweight co-worker can lead to the perception of harassment. Discussions with co-workers that ridicule or disrespect anyone because of a protected class status can be offensive and lead to an accusation of discriminatory harassment.
TrainingBriefs® Imposing Personal Beliefs
New Micro-Learning! Your professional beliefs and business ethics should be what drives your behavior in the workplace. How your personal beliefs affect your life outside of work is not relevant, but how your personal beliefs affect how you interact with people at work is.
TrainingBriefs® It’s A Free Country, Right?
New Micro-Learning! This course takes a look at how the First Amendment Free Speech Right applies differently at work than in public. You will observe the reactions among coworkers when one of them starts playing music that the others find offensive. As you work through the course, ask yourself, could a conversation like this impact the employees ability to work together?
Interactive Tool: Legal & Illegal Pre-Employment Questions
New Just-In-Time Performance Management Tool! Asking the right questions is your single best way to get the right kinds of information during the interview... the kinds of information that will lead you to the best hiring decision. But how do you know what's legal... and even illegal to ask during an interview? This interactive tool provides up-to-date do's and don'ts when it comes to interview questions. With two video examples and various tips, this tool provides a comprehensive resource for all managers and/or supervisors involved in the hiring process.
TrainingBriefs® Free Speech at Work
New Micro-Learning! It's important to know that the First Amendment right to free speech is not unlimited or does not outweigh the organization’s right to maintain a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. In this course, you'll learn about prohibited behavior in the workplace - as an employee exercises what he sees as his right to free speech.
TrainingBriefs® Responding to Workplace Gossip
New Micro-Learning! Some people are fascinated by gossip and some just ignore it. But when gossip is felt as harassment or discrimination in the workplace - it can be devastating!
TrainingBriefs® Explicit Bias
New Micro-Learning! Explicit bias refers to the attitudes and beliefs we have about a person or group of people on a conscious level. We know these biases exist. We are conscious of them. When people perceive their biases to be valid, they are more likely to justify unfair treatment – which has negative impacts on the target of the bias as well as the entire organization.
The Consequences of Sexual Harassment™ (DE Employee)
Specific for Delaware State Sexual Harassment Training Requirements! This course is strategically designed to deeply engage each learner - with a realistic view of workplace harassment and the fallout associated with a non-compliant culture. Using realistic and dramatic videos, character interviews and interactive components, this new course helps participants become more aware of the personal consequences surrounding sexual harassment and identify what they should do if they experience or witness a sexual harassment situation.
TrainingBriefs® I’m Not Biased
Biases are the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, perceptions and decisions. Going deeper, bias also refers to the persistent, harmful, and unequal treatment of someone based solely on some characteristic they possess or their apparent membership in or identification with a particular group. Stereotype is often defined as a generalized belief about a particular category of people. An example of a stereotype might be “All Asians are good at math.”
TrainingBriefs® Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace
New Micro-Learning! It seems like every time we turn on the TV or read an online site, there are more sexual misconduct accusations… and even more fallout. It’s important that you understand the definition and repercussions of any form of sexual misconduct within the workplace.
TrainingBriefs® Pregnancy is No Joke
New Micro-Learning! This module takes a look at the workplace protections pregnant employees receive under the law. Even if it’s unintentional, jokes about a co-worker being pregnant or repeated comments about the pregnancy can result in creating a hostile work environment and lead to charges of harassment.
Got Respect?® Imposing Personal Beliefs
Almost nothing can create more conflict more quickly than when people impose their personal beliefs on others. In this module, we’ll focus on recognizing and dealing with the personal beliefs that might get in the way of work.
TrainingBriefs® Using Personal Pronouns
Personal pronouns are the words that we use to refer to ourselves and others in place of names, such as he, she, they, ella, etc. These pronouns are not just grammatical markers, but also expressions of identity and respect. Using the correct personal pronouns for someone shows that you acknowledge and value their gender identity, which may or may not align with their biological sex or appearance. Using the wrong personal pronouns for someone, intentionally or unintentionally, can cause them to feel invalidated, disrespected, or even discriminated against.
TrainingBriefs® Protecting Confidentiality in an Investigation
New Micro-Learning! Harassment, discrimination and other inappropriate behaviors are serious issues that must be dealt with. Accusations, right or wrong, can also have a devastating effect on a person's career, reputation in their community and relationships with other co-workers - and because of that, they can lead to lawsuits. It's up to you as the manager to get the facts, and it's also up to you to make sure those facts remain as confidential as possible.
TrainingBriefs® Keeping Complaints Confidential
Most people know that laws exist to protect employees from discrimination and harassment. However, many don't know these laws also protect employees from retaliation. Employees can retaliate against other employees - you don't have to be a manager to retaliate. In fact anyone who is aware of the protected activity can commit retaliation. And anyone who engages in a protected activity can be the target of retaliation; even managers can be subjected to retaliation if they've engaged in a protected activity.
TrainingBriefs® You’re Not a Team Player
Most people know that laws exist to protect employees from discrimination and harassment. However, many don't know these laws also protect employees from retaliation. That means employers cannot punish employees for making discrimination or harassment complaints or participating in workplace investigations. And punishment doesn't just mean firing or demotion: It can include other negative employment actions, from being denied a raise or transfer to a more desirable position to missing out on training or mentoring opportunities or being given an unjustified poor performance review.
TrainingBriefs® Recognizing Inappropriate Humor
New Micro-Learning! What do cable news hosts, political bumper stickers, and religious jokes have in common? The answer is that some of them are funny, while others find them deeply offensive. It’s important to know that inappropriate humor can be the basis for a discrimination law suit.
TrainingBriefs® The ADA - An Overview
New Micro-Learning! Title I of the ADA—as well as the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which applies to federal employers and recipients of federal financial assistance—prohibit discrimination against the disabled in all employment practices. This module provides a quick overview of the ADA.
TrainingBriefs® Understanding Racism (Key Terms)
New Micro-Learning! Racism fosters a divisive work culture that undermines morale, teamwork and productivity. In the workplace, racism most often manifests itself through microaggressions, which are indirect, subtle or even unintentional acts of discrimination against others – often taking the form of stereotypes. Awareness is key to understanding how racism impacts each of us. The key terms covered in this course are the starting point of that understanding.
TrainingBriefs® Why Equity Matters
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Workplace equity refers to the fair and just treatment of all employees regardless of their backgrounds or identities, with an emphasis on creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities for professional growth and success. In order to create a workplace culture that prioritizes equity, organizations need to be intentional about their efforts. This means actively seeking out diverse candidates for employment, providing equal access to opportunities for professional growth and advancement, and creating a culture of respect and inclusivity. It also means investing in training and education for all employees to help them understand and recognize the impact of bias and discrimination in the workplace.