Surviving Election 2024:
When Workplace and Politics Collide
83% of employees admit to discussing politics at work, yet 77% of employees say they prefer not to engage in political debates.
Despite those statistics, only 8% of companies have policies addressing political discussions at work. Left unchecked, think of the impact those political debates can have on employee morale and productivity.
Our society is more polarized than ever, which presents operational challenges in the workplace, no matter how much your organization strives to ensure a culture of civility and respect. The election offers an optimal time to reset ground rules. However, it doesn’t stop there, as political issues will linger beyond November and aren’t going to resolve themselves.
Get the right policies in place before you need them
While you can’t prevent all discussions about politics at work, leaving things unchecked can result in tension between employees, lost productivity and even an increase in the risk of violence.
HR professionals need guidance to create policies to cool things off, or revise and strengthen existing rules.
Managers and leaders must learn how to enforce these policies and take the necessary action should employees not follow the rules.
Get advice straight from experts
Join us as employment law attorney Joe Beachboard and workplace expert and trainer Dr. Dennis Davis guide you through this tumultuous issue and offer practical advice on handling the legal implications that may arise.
Webinar Agenda
- Understanding employee activism. Learn how the actions employees take outside the workplace affect employers, including practical and legal implications.
- Setting appropriate policies. Learn how to manage issues arising from differing viewpoints related to the U.S. election, candidate preferences and other political issues.
- Reaffirming workplace culture. Reinforce your workplace culture and core values, specifically addressing points about free speech.
- Healthy vs. disruptive discussion. Understand the difference and discourage disruptive behavior.
- De-escalation strategies. Teach and implement strategies for de-escalating heated political conversations among staff members.
- Fostering a culture of respect. Create an environment that encourages respect regardless of individual beliefs or backgrounds.
Join Joe Beachboard and Dr. Dennis Davis for this 75-minute online training and learn how to:
- Investigate inappropriate conduct and explore disciplinary alternatives when necessary.
- Navigate polarization occurring in the workplace while adhering to federal laws and avoiding legal risks.
- Develop a game plan to make it to 2025 with your teams intact and engagement and productivity high.
Get answers to YOUR questions from presenters…
Joe Beachboard is a nationally recognized employment lawyer who has more than 30 years of experience representing management in a wide variety of employment and labor matters in perhaps the most challenging state in the nation for employers – California. He regularly speaks before human resource and employer groups on cutting-edge employment law topics. He is frequently quoted in leading publications such as National Law Journal, the Los Angeles Times and the New York Times, and has been published in dozens of HR, legal and business journals. Throughout his career in Los Angeles, Beachboard has represented dozens of studios and entertainment properties. He currently serves as president of Beachboard Consulting Group, which is dedicated to providing comprehensive advice to employers with innovative approaches.
Dr. Dennis Davis holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in psychology, and is a nationally recognized expert in the areas of workplace violence, conflict resolution, sexual harassment and cultural diversity. Since 2008, he has served as Ogletree Deakins’ national director of client training. In that capacity, he develops and implements training programs designed to minimize the risks associated with inappropriate employee behavior. Dr. Davis is also a dynamic speaker and author of the well-received book Threats Pending, Fuses Burning: Managing Workplace Violence.
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