Before the Complaint, There Were Hurdles
Zero complaints do not mean zero problems. Some hurdles may prevent your team from ever raising concerns in the first place.
All In on Tells? What Poker Players Can Teach Workplace Investigators
Learning to read tells can be an important technique in investigations, but one must manage their mis-use too.
The Cost of Getting it Wrong
Why is choosing the right investigator so important? Because most of us can’t afford the cost of getting it wrong.
Workplace Investigator Training: What Does “Qualified” Really Mean?
How do you know if your workplace investigator is sufficiently qualified?
Trust, but verify
Trust your people. Trust your processes. But verify. An independent audit of your workplace investigations can uncover the blind spots you cannot see yourself — before someone else does.
Investigator Neutrality: Who Should Investigate?
Neutrality isn’t just about whether an investigator is biased. It’s about whether anyone could reasonably question their independence.
Communication breakdown is the leading cause of my job security.
We often think communication ends when we’ve spoken. In reality, it ends when the other person has interpreted what we said. We often judge ourselves by our intentions and others by their impact.