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“How do I tell the person that what they said or did was offensive?" Here are tips for difficult DEI / Microaggression conversations.

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Are employers responsible for Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based employment decisions under Title VII (i.e. the equal employment...

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You are ready to hire. The job post goes out and the candidates flood in. Dozens or hundreds of candidates pile up demanding your...