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Fairness in the Workplace:

Historical Fact: Labor unions have played a crucial role in shaping workplace fairness throughout history. Emerging
in the 19th century during the Industrial Revolution, unions were formed in response to harsh working conditions
such as low wages and long hours. Workers banded together to demand better treatment, leading to organized
strikes and negotiations with employers.

While workplace culture has evolved to address many of the issues that unions historically fought for, it’s important
to remain vigilant in upholding the practices that create a “great place to work” environment.

Foster Open Communication
Encourage open dialogue by maintaining an open-door policy. Make it clear that employees can
voice concerns without fear of retaliation.

Apply Policies Consistently
Ensure that workplace policies are applied uniformly across all employees, regardless of their
position, tenure, or relationship with management.

Provide Equal Opportunities
Offer equal access to training, development, and advancement opportunities. Ensure that
promotions and rewards are based on merit and performance.

Be Transparent in Decision-Making
Clearly explain the criteria and processes for decisions. Transparency builds trust and reduces
perceptions of favoritism.

Ensure Fair Workload Distribution
Distribute work equitably among team members. Monitor workloads to prevent burnout and
ensure that no employee is consistently overburdened.

Provide Regular Feedback
Offer constructive feedback regularly and fairly to all employees. Use objective criteria to assess
performance and set clear expectations.

Handle Complaints and Grievances Fairly
Take all complaints seriously and investigate them thoroughly. Ensure that the process is
impartial and that outcomes are based on facts, not assumptions.

Commit to Continuous Improvement
Regularly review workplace practices and policies to ensure they remain fair and equitable. Be
open to feedback and make adjustments as needed.

And in August, Kyle Brooks and Susan Robinson shared:

» Practical tips and real-world examples for employee recognition that works.
» Discussions on the latest trends and best practices in employee recognition.
» Opportunities to share experiences and learn from fellow supervisors.
» Actionable takeaways to implement in your daily management practices.

If you missed Supervisor Training or need a refresher, you can find the recordings here.

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