Employee Survival Guide®

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in your workplace merely a façade? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey, a seasoned employment attorney, delves deep into the troubling realities of corporate DEI programs that often serve as little more than marketing tools. With systemic discrimination sti...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that your voice in the workplace just got a whole lot louder? Join us as Mark Carey unpacks groundbreaking changes in employee rights regarding freedom of speech that are reshaping the employment landscape. The National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB) February 2023 ruling has thrown out non-disparagement and confidentiality agre...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you prepared for the unexpected twists and turns of your career and severance negotiation, especially in today's volatile job market? With layoffs on the rise across sectors like tech and finance, understanding your employee rights and options is more crucial than ever. In this enlightening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, host Mark...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you truly aware of what constitutes a hostile work environment ? Many employees throw around this term without grasping its legal implications, which can lead to significant misunderstandings and even wrongful accusations. In this enlightening episode of Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey dives deep into the often-misinterpreted concept of...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that a significant shift in workplace rights has just taken place? In this episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey delves into the transformative implications of the Speak Out Act, a groundbreaking federal law designed to empower employees and combat sexual harassment in the workplace. Signed into law by President Biden...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens to your hard work when you leave a job? Are you aware of what you can legally take with you? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the murky waters of employee rights and the sensitive subject of what belongs to you versus what belongs to your employer. With recent layoffs shaking th...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever faced the gut-wrenching reality of having your health insurance claim denied as 'not medically necessary'? You're not alone, and in this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the often murky waters of health insurance denials that can leave employees feeling powerless and fru...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt like your entire professional identity crumbled the moment you lost your job? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the emotional turmoil that often accompanies job loss, shedding light on the grief and loss, professional identity struggles, and the stigmas that...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What if recovering from COVID-19 could mean you qualify as disabled under federal law? Mark Carey dives deep into this provocative question in the latest episode of the Employee Survival Guide®. As we navigate the post-COVID landscape, the implications for disability classification are more critical than ever. With a staggering percentage of the...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you one of the 30 million workers shackled by a noncompetition agreement? If so, you’re not alone—and this episode of Employee Survival Guide® is a must-listen! Join Mark Carey as he dives deep into the Federal Trade Commission's groundbreaking proposal to ban noncompetition agreements nationwide, a move that could redefine the landscape...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Have you ever felt the chilling grip of retaliation at work after standing up against discrimination? You're not alone. In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey delves deep into the critical issue of employment retaliation, a topic that resonates with countless employees navigating the complex landscape of wo...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that navigating the complexities of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can mean the difference between job security and a hostile work environment? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the intricacies of FMLA, tackling real-life scenarios submitted by our listeners. This episo...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you prepared for the unsettling reality of layoffs and a potential recession? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the alarming rise in layoffs across major companies like Amazon, Meta, and Goldman Sachs, particularly during the peak months of December and January. With the economy teetering...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that nearly 60% of the U. S. population may now be considered disabled due to the implications of COVID-19? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the realities of this mass disabling event, urging listeners to recognize the profound impact of long-haul COVID-19 symptoms on employee d...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that chronic stress in the workplace can lead to severe mental health issues, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic? Join Mark Carey and his wife Heather Carey in this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® as they delve into the U. S. Surgeon General's Framework for Workplace Mental Health and Well-Bein...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that discussing your pay could be the key to unlocking fair compensation and combating workplace discrimination? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey breaks down the crucial topic of pay transparency and your rights as an employee regarding wage discussions. Did you know that the National Labor Re...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that while 39 states have legalized medical marijuana, and 18 states along with D. C. allow recreational use, the federal government still classifies it as a Schedule I drug? This duality creates a complex maze for employees and employers alike, and navigating this landscape is crucial for your career survival. In this episode of Em...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you tired of hearing about quiet quitting without practical solutions? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the pressing issue of disengagement in the workplace and how managers can turn the tide. He challenges the status quo, revealing that the causes of this phenomenon often stem from poor...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you feeling disengaged at work, merely going through the motions while yearning for something more? You're not alone. In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , host Mark Carey dives deep into the trend of quiet quitting—a movement that’s particularly resonating with younger employees. Quiet quitting isn’t about leavi...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that even with the same qualifications, women are still earning significantly less than their male counterparts? In this eye-opening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the troubling reality of pay inequality and gender discrimination that continues to plague our workplaces. Drawing from a revealing Wall...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you prepared to negotiate your severance package when the unexpected happens? In today's volatile job market, understanding severance negotiation strategies is more critical than ever. Join host Mark Carey in this enlightening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, where he delves deep into the intricacies of severance packages and the ess...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Are you aware that the post-pandemic workplace is at a crossroads, where the rights and benefits you fought hard for could be slipping away? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide® , Mark Carey dives deep into the seismic shifts in workplace dynamics that have emerged since the pandemic, revealing the urgent need for employees...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. Did you know that nearly 45% of complaints filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) are workplace retaliation claims? In this eye-opening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the troubling reality of workplace retaliation, a pervasive issue that can turn a supportive work environment into a host...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What if the very concept of corporate empathy is just a mask for deeper issues lurking within toxic workplace cultures? In this eye-opening episode of Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the complexities of corporate empathy and its real implications for employees. With a critical lens, he examines the growing trend of empathy tr...

Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message. What happens when your deeply held religious beliefs clash with corporate policies? In this thought-provoking episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the intricate world of religious freedom and employee rights in the workplace, unraveling the legal complexities that surround it. Focusing on Title VII of the 1964 Civil...