It is no surprise that women often must work twice as hard as their male counterparts to climb the corporate ladder. Not only must they perform their professional duties better, but often, women also must ignore subtle signs of sexual harassment to avoid drawing...
Year: 2023
Women in tech are still overlooked for promotions
Women in tech have always faced greater challenges than their male counterparts in establishing themselves in the industry. They've already made a number of changes to the system, including graduating from prestigious institutions, mastering code and even becoming...
What Workers Get Sexually Harassed The Most?
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a pervasive social problem that cuts across genders, ages and social boundaries. Because incidents of sexual harassment often “fly under the radar” and aren’t reported, it’s tough to get a clear picture of exactly how bad the...
Violence and abuse are pervasive in the healthcare industry
Hospitals and healthcare facilities are places of healing and caregiving, where patient health and wellness are top priorities. Patients look to healthcare workers for medical attention and care. But who will care for the patients when the nurses and staff are too...
Are you facing age discrimination in the workplace?
When our readers in Missouri hear the term “discrimination” in relation to the workplace, they may only think about someone getting fired for a discriminatory reason. However, discrimination can manifest in ways that may not be so obvious at first. Age discrimination...
Sexual harassment plagues the restaurant industry
Workers in any occupation can be subjected to sexual harassment, but those who are employed in the restaurant industry are typically more susceptible to it. In fact, some studies have shown that as many as 70% of women who work in the restaurant industry report being...
3 devastating forms of nursing home abuse you should know about
Assisted living facilities are supposed to offer care and comfort for elderly loved ones, providing a haven where they can receive any attention they may need in their golden years. However, beneath this façade of care, some nursing homes conceal a dark secret – the...
Navigating unwanted advances from a superior
Considering that people spend about 35% of their lives at work, forming bonds with coworkers is expected. Spending so much time together can also cause attraction and feelings to develop. However, it’s not always mutual. When there is a power imbalance, such as in a...
Are Nursing Homes Being Inspected Regularly In Missouri?
Long-term care facilities can be a sanctuary for the elderly and those needing specialized care. However, far too many of these homes haven’t been inspected recently to better ensure the well-being of their residents. Shockingly, a quarter of Missouri's nursing homes...
What creates a hostile work environment based on race?
Most of us spend time during our workday talking with our co-workers to pass the time or get through the day. Sometimes we develop strong friendships with co-workers, while sometimes there are co-workers we do not get along with. This is a common part of nearly all...