Surfing Corporate Can We Talk About Politics at Work? Spoiler: It’s Complicated
Aileen and Glenda discuss the challenges and implications of political discussions in the workplace, especially during an election season. They explore the impact of political polarization on work dynamics and relationships, and they offer strategies for managing tricky political interactions effectively while maintaining professionalism and respect in the workplace.
00:00 Navigating Political Conversations at Work
05:05 The Impact of Political Discussions on Workplace Dynamics
10:02 Legal Considerations and Free Speech in the Workplace
15:00 State Laws and Employee Protections
19:57 Social Media's Role in Political Discourse
24:58 Strategies for Managing Political Discussions
30:11 Finding Common Ground in a Divisive Environment
Sources:
3 Reasons Why It’s Unethical To Discuss Politics At Work
Politics in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know | Littler Mendelson P.C.
How to Manage Political Discussions in the Workplace
3 Strategies For Managing Political Conversations At Work
Credits:
This episode of Surfing Corporate was produced by Aileen Merciel and Glenda Pacanins.
Writing, editing and post production is by Aileen
Original theme song: Chaliwa Music
Other music: BlueDot Sessions
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