Defining Mental Health Disabilities under the ADAAA

Defining Mental Health Disabilities under the ADAAADefining Mental Health Disabilities under the ADAAADefining Mental Health Disabilities under the ADAAA Berkowitz, Esq.Imagine that one of your employees suddenly starts missing deadlines or making mistakes at work. She is coming in late without explanation a couple of times per month and you overhear zu sich telling a co-worker that she is really stressed right now.You may recall that the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act(ADAAA) expanded the definition of disability to include more types of impairments under the laws coverage, but you are not sure how that applies to mental health issues.What do you do?In the three years since the ADAAA became effective, the number of employees who have filed complaints of disability discrimination with the EEOC has risen by nearly 20%. Managing mental health issues can be particularly tricky because symptoms are hard to identify and employees are often reluctant to talk about their prob lems.Now that the long-awaited EEOC regulationsinterpreting the ADAAA are final, business-owners know that they have to address those workers who are stressed out, depressed, anxious or even threatening to the workplace.But how exactly?The first thing to keep in mind is that an employers responsibilities under the ADAAA are the same whether you are discussing employees physical impairments or mental impairments.If you determine that an employee is disabled for any reason, your next step will always be to consider whether that employee can perform their job with or without a reasonable accommodation.When making these determinations for mental health disabilities, keep these issues in mind (and many apply tophysical impairments as well)The ADAAA now lists a number of mental health conditions that are almost always considered covered disabilities, including major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder or schizophrenia. An em ployee with such conditions is going to be protected by the ADAAA without you having to consider the nature of the condition.A health condition does not have to be permanent to be a disability, so an employee with episodic depression could be entitled to an accommodation.It does not violate the ADAAA to question an employee whose work is slipping even if you suspect that he or she suffers from a mental disability.Be careful not to take an employment action because you regardan employee as having a disability. That is, do not make an assumption that an employees behavior is the result of a mental health condition.Possible accommodations must be reasonable for the business. Time off work, telecommuting, changed or lessened responsibilities or a reduced schedule may or may not be reasonable accommodations for a mentally ill employee, depending on your businesss specific situation and the employees needs.Take a look at the EEOCs small business guidelinesfor the ADAAA to get more informa tion specific to smaller organizations.Employees that are currently using illegal drugs or abusing alcohol are not protected by the ADAAA and may be subject to discipline. An employee who is a recovering addict or in a treatment program is entitled to protection.So what should you do about your stressed-out employee?Talk to her privately, focusing objectively on her work deficiencies and what she needs to do to bring her performance back up to an acceptable level.Be prepared to discuss reasonable accommodations if her answers point to her having a mental health-related disability.If she assures you that she is fine and denies that there is anything wrong, continue to monitor her employee performance just as you would for any employee whose work has been less than stellar.Read more Employment Law Small Business Updates

This PR job requires you to babysit the CEOs kids

This PR job requires you to babysit the CEOs kidsThis PR job requires you to babysit the CEOs kidsIf you want to join this firms public relations team as an account coordinator, youll need to be ready to babysit the CEOs kids.The Berman Group,a majormarketing and communication agency based in New York City, recently posted a Craigslist job listing titled, PR Account Coordinator w/ Afternoon Childcare.But this headline doesnt mean that youll get to have a public relations job with childcare for your own kids on-site. Instead, youll be the one expected to take up childcare duties in addition to managing accounts.The listing states that it wants a PR professional with 1-3 years of experience in public relations to manage accounts and support PR strategy and execution for clients.So far, so good. But heres the catch We also may need this person to watch the CEOs sic children a few hours in their afternoon, should the current person be unavailable.So in addition to writing, editing, and p itching press releases, managing social media schedules and posts, coordinating with clients, and maintaining a database of editors and publications, this candidate needs to be ready to be an afternoon nanny to their bosss children.If you write a cover letter for this role, are you expected to talk about how well you work with kids in addition to how youve executed so-and-so account? Why cant the CEO hire their own personal afternoon babysitter?Ladders reached out toThe Berman Group to ask those questions. A woman who answered the phone at the main number declined to give her name and said the company declined to comment.Its unclear how taking on an additional childcare role will help this candidate succeed in public relations. Even if youre not babysitting as you complete reports, there are other ways employees, particularly female ones, get trapped into doing administrative tasks that do not benefit their careers.Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg and organizational psychology professor Adam Grant call this trap office housework, where female employees do administrative tasks that help but dont pay off. They outlined how women are expected to regularly do communal, nurturing tasks like mentor employees, take notes, and plan that office party. Citing 183 different studies, they found that when women are expected to take care of others in their careers, they rarely have time for themselves, and they have higher rates of burnout. Female employees who dare to deviate from the path of taking personal responsibility for refilling the office candy dish are seen as selfish and are rated less favorably.So if youre a job seeker who is thinking about taking this babysitting-PR job, be careful to monitor your time and emotional bandwidth as you juggle nanny duties with clients.

Your dream vacation destination, according to your zodiac sign

Your dream vacation destination, according to your zodiac signYour dream vacation destination, according to your zodiac signRather than painstakingly researching destinations, what if you decided to just trust in the stars to lead you to your next vacation? Its bedrngnis such a crazy idea If were honest, weconsult our horoscopesfor pretty much every major decision already, so why not let the zodiac inform our travel plans? Frombalmyislandsto snow-capped mountains,busy citiesto rural farmland, heres the best place to visit based on your star sign.ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19)Zurich, SwitzerlandGuten tag, Aries friends This fire sign is known for being tempestuous and argumentative, so what better way to vacation than in the most neutral, pleasant country of them all? We recommend Zurich in particular for a visit to itsWidder Hotel, where Aries will find tributes everywhere to their own kind, as widder translates in English to ram. (Were especially fond of the sculpted topiaries.) Plus,Wid der GarageandWidder Bar Kitchenbecome quite the scene at sundown, so you wont need to travel far to sample the local nightlife.TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20)Shenandoah Valley, VA and WVPractical, grounded, and pretty laid-back (unless someone messes with them), this zodiac sign tends to be overlooked and underrated, just like this region of the Virginias. We know all about New Orleans and Charleston, but the Shenandoah Valley is the perfect destination for a Taurus - and not just because bulls roam free on the areas many ranches. Tauruses have an eye for beauty (and gardening), which means theyll appreciate the Blue Ridge Mountains and the charming historic inns in the region (including theBlackburn Inn). Since theyre good with their finances, theyll also appreciate not having to book an international flight.GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20)Quintana Roo, MexicoThe Geminis are the twins of the zodiac, and they require a trip thats just as dual-sided. Nowhere is there a more pronounced juxtapositio n of vacation vibes than in Quintana Roo, home to Tulum, Cancun, and salztonebene del Carmen. Head to Cancun to party like its spring break and you just turned 21, indulge in your inner hippie on the beach in Tulum, or visit Playa del Carmen for a mixture of both. The ultimate Gemini itinerary? A stay atPanama Jack Resort in Cancunpaired with a day trip toChichen ItzaviaCancun Passion. History and heritage by day, cocktails and Caribbean by night Who says you cant have it both ways?CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22)Kauai, HICancer crabs are known to retreat into their hard shells at the smallest slight, so theres no better place to take the edge off than the wondrous island of Kauai. The most secretly emotional of creatures will find salvation in the spirituality of the island, where double rainbows and breaching humpback whales are enough to make any traveler believe there is a higher force (one that supposedly has a reason for your last terrible breakup). These water signs are also known to hold a grudge for centuries, so theyll fit right in on the Kauai coast, where the gods are said to exact punishment on any trespasser who dares to remove a rock or a shell from the sacred island. Stay at theAqua Kauai Beach Resortto indulge in shaved ice and mai tais while watching the sunset.LEO (JULY 23-AUGUST 22)Serengeti, KenyaAs the lion king (or kween) of the zodiac, theres no better place for our Leo travelers than among their own kind in the Serengeti. Embarking on a safari in southwest Kenya is guaranteed to get you your most Instagram likes ever - because what self-respecting Leo doesnt love attention? Plus,Kenya Airwaysis launching its first-ever direct flight from New York City to Nairobi later this month, so the timing has never been better for this fire sign to bless the rains.VIRGO (AUGUST 23-SEPTEMBER 22)US Virgin IslandsWhat destination is flawless enough for the sign of Beyonc, aside from a villa in the US Virgin Islands? As an earth sign, Virgos will appreciate the mountainous greenery of St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas.Rent a villa with friends, or take a solo trip as an independent woman to a place on earth thats just as perfect as you are. Seriously, the sunrises are unreal, making it the ideal place to reconnect with your immortal maiden self.LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23-OCTOBER 22)Vienna, AustriaLibras require the excitement of a city, not the mellowness of the countryside, to satisfy their party animal needs. So its only fitting that this beauty-conscious air sign should spend their season in one of the most beautiful cities in the world Vienna. From the endless balls held every year to the legendary caf culture, theres no shortage of social activities to appease the zodiacs queen of small talk. Plus, for a Libra, not getting enough Instagram likes is a fate (almost) worse than death, and theAccidentallyWesAndersonpalaces provide the perfect backdrop to their well-edited selfies.SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23-NOVEMBER 21)BelizeIts no longer a secret that Scorpios are in their feelings 24/7. The depth of their emotions is probably rivaled only by theGreat Blue Holeof Belize, a natural phenomenon that, much like Scorpios themselves, is unexpected but spectacular. Not only is Belize home to many kinds of (venomous) scorpions, its less overexposed than other tropical getaways. The Instagram geotags will lend the entire trip the kind of mystery and intrigue that most Scorpios can only dream about when stuck at their desk (and stalking their exes via finsta accounts, of course).SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22-DECEMBER 21)Reno, NVThis fun-loving fire sign is the most excitable traveler in the zodiac, always popping up where theyre least expected. The zodiacs archer lives life like its a festival all year round, which is why Reno is perfect for these impulsive travelers. They can relish the Burning Man art and street murals before exploring theNevada Museum of Art(and observing their fellow archers depicted in theArt of the Greater West exhi biton display through January 2020). If the spirit moves them, they might decide to risk their travel entertainment budget on the slot machines at theGrand Sierra Resort. And, to quote fellow free spirit Jerry Garcia, maybe the next morning theyll set out from Reno and be trailed by 20 hounds.CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22-JANUARY 19)Pontresina, SwitzerlandCapricorns tend to get a lot of shade from astrologers. Were no fun we work too hard we need to learn to just relax. (Full disclosure I myself am a Capricorn.) But theres more to this earth sign than just deadlines, and Capricorns should travel to Switzerlands Engadin Valley to finally feel appreciated for our strengths. Its not coincidental that our sign is the goat (as in Greatest Of All Time), which isthe symbol of this region, and in these mountains, Capricorns can hike, bike, and ski to our hearts content. If youre feeling flush, we recommend staying in theGrand Hotel Kronenhof. Capricorns work tirelessly for that hard-earned money, so why not spend it in style?AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20-FEBRUARY 18)Pacific NorthwestWhere else should the water-bearer of the zodiac vacation than the Pacific Northwest? Washington state, in particular,is well-suited for the Aquarius who craves alone time as much as they crave the variety that can be found in the vineyards, boating, art galleries, and restaurants aroundSeattle. If the city itself is a bit too expected for the water sign that walks to the beat of their own drum, we recommend crossing Lake Washington to book a stay at theW Bellevue. Revel in the gorgeous cabin-chic decor that you were first among your friends to discover, and prepare to take moody selfies at dusk on the waterfront - trust us, the whole trip will be extremely on-brand.PISCES (FEBRUARY 19-MARCH 20)Lake Tahoe, CA NVThe most emotional of water signs, sensitive Pisces are apt to get their feelings hurt. Which is why Lake Tahoe is perfect for these serenity-loving fish - its one of the most picturesque destin ations on the planet, and theres simply no better place to swim in your bottomless sea of emotions (the deepest part of the lake is1,645 feet). There are no terrifying saltwater predators like sharks to get nervous about, and the lake is 22 miles wide, so theres more than enough space for you to be alone and mellow out from your usually anxious thoughts.Final noteIf youre not happy with your recommendation, be sure to check out your rising sign as well Susan Millerdidrecommendreading both.This article was originally published on Brit + Co.

Morning habits for success 8 habits of the most successful people

Morning habits for success 8 habits of the most successful peopleMorning habits for success 8 habits of the most successful peopleThe way you start your day can set the tone for how the rest of it will follow. Your probability of success can fluctuate depending on what you choose to do with those critical hours before your workday gets underway. Thats why the morning routines of leaders can offer insights into how they are able to create the successful businesses, products, and achievements we see today.Here are the everyday morning habits of some of the most successful thinkers in the world that you can embrace.1) They dont need alarmsFrom starting a daytime television show to launching zu sich own network, media mogul Oprah Winfrey has proven, time and again, that she can set forth her vorhaben and will it into action. That includes how she wakes up.In a diary, she explained how she sets her internal clockI have never set an alarm, I dont believe in them. They are alarming I put t he number in my mind and I wake up before that, usually between 602 and 620, because the dogs are trained to go out around that time. My first thought in the morning is, Oh, Im alive. Thank you Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and more2) They get enough sleepTo wake up without an alarm clock, it helps to get enough sleep. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, another business leader who also wakes up naturally, says he prioritizes getting eight hours of sleep a night.For me, thats the needed amount to feel energized and excited, he told Thrive Global. To start the best morning routine, you need to prepare for it the night before.3) They wake up earlyMany of the successful people in the world are up and going while the rest of the world sleeps. Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg is known for getting into the office at 7 a.m., while Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour is out playing an hourlong tennis match ev ery day at 545 a.m.If you want to be an early riser, it helps to make your bedroom a waking environment. Businesswoman Martha Stewart said that letting light into her room helps her wake up I have no shades on my windows, so I usually wake up with sunrise, which has been around 5 a.m. I generally read the New YorkTimesright away, she told The Cut.4) They journalJournaling is a well-researched activity known to boost your creativity and relieve your stress. Its a morning habit that writer and activist Janet Mock says she does daily.Mock said that after she gets up at 6 a.m., she sits down to journal Its this thing called Morning Pages, which are three longhand pages. I sit at my desk, and write whatever is on the top of my head, I get all the trash out of my head. Its not great writing, its just like a purge, like there it is, Im over it, its done, its contained.5) They exerciseMorning exercise is a daily habit listed by many successful leaders. Actress Gwyneth Paltrow, who is the ow ner of lifestyle company Goop, said that she regularly works out from 10 a.m. to noon after checking emails. Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates likes to multitask with his morning treadmill workouts and will watch DVDs from the Teaching Companys Great Courses series while exercising, according to The New York Times.As Niki Leondakis, the CEO of the luxury lifestyle brand Equinox, who regularly does morning yoga, puts it Ive always known that you have to be physically healthy and strong to be mentally healthy and strong. Its all connected.6) They spend time with loved onesBezos has said he does not usually schedule early-morning meetings because he wants to spend that time eating breakfast with his wife. I wanted her to get the best hours of my day, he told the Wall Street Journal in 1999.7) They go outsideCal Newport, self-improvement author of So Good They Cant Ignore You, goes for a morning walk with his dog when he wakes up. He said that it can be a cr eative, meditative time. Its dark when the walk starts, but I dont mind the solitude For me, interesting thoughts have a tendency to emerge when the rest of the world is quiet.When playwright and composer Lin-Manuel Miranda was working on his acclaimed musical Hamilton, he told the New York Times that he would start his mornings with long walks outside with his dog, Tobillo Well do two hours in Central Park. It gets my mind going.8) They practice gratitudeBusiness and life coach Tony Robbins has a detailed guide on how we should start our mornings off right. But if motivational incantations, exercise, and Kapalbhati Pranayamayoga breaths are not your style, theres one tip that all of us can do each morning to make our days better practicing gratitude. Robbins recommends slowing down your breaths and thinking of three things you are grateful for today, spending about a minute on each thing. They do not have to be big moments of gratitude, they can be as small as enjoying the cool air on your face.The reason I picked gratitude is because when youre grateful you cant be angry. And when youre grateful you cant be fearful, he explained.This article was first published on January 22, 2018.

The Upside to My Biography Sample

The Upside to My Biography Sample The Debate Over My Biography Sample Youre going to want to continue to keep your bio as short as possible, only including the info that has to be included. The duration of a biography depends upon the kind of information that ought to be included. The format of a company bio is a way of organizing information and placing the vital accents. A template is easily customized and designed according to different fields of the individual. The Honest to Goodness Truth on My Biography Sample The role of writing biographies is to supply details regarding the life span of somebody or a thing in an entertaining but informative method. You could also see book outlines. Your Speaker Biography is a part of the pie to offer value to the group AND create the person who chose you look like they did a great job. Biography Sample Ideas There are plenty of steps that you can take to craft a memorable bio for virtually any circumstance. As soon as your kid is done with his biography, there are a number of last touches she can add. Generally, however, there are a few universal elements you will often need to have in your bio. So once you complete your first variant of the lengthier bio which you will use on your site, know that youre not finished. Your professional bio is, arguably, the main article of copy you will ever write about yourself. Its simpler to trust a bio that seems to have been written through an objective observer. As soon as you own a bio youre comfortable with, dont forget that it is not set in stone. An effective bio is remarkably important, but its only portion of your private brand. Ok, I Think I Understand My Biography Sample, Now Tell Me About My Biography Sample Below are a few Autobiography OutlineExamples for your usage. It is critical to include appropriate format and structure while one begins to compose a biography. If you opt to compose an unauthorized biography, then youll be limited to informatio n readily available in the public domain. You can also see Biography Timeline Templates From among all of the biography templates that weve got, you might have to to choose one which you think best fits you. When composing a bio, you ought to read through the subsequent analysis of a company biography template. Writing and rewriting your bio ought to be a semiannual or yearly goal. Each biography is going to be priced based on the page count, and volume discounts are provided to authors. Your teacher may need you to include a bibliography. By reading short small business bio examples, you will learn to correctly compose the text. Establish a Background Story Highlighting your background will provide the reader a chance to get a deeper knowledge of your own personal narrative, which might not be evident on your resume. A template has ever been helpful to whoever is beginning up with something new. 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As its possible to construct your private brand online, dont forget that youre going to be writing different versions of your bio that will be different in both content and length based on where its posted. A specialist b iography template is meant to facilitate the practice of generating printed professional biographies especially for a person who would like to reach a great deal of people or institutions. In truth, it becomes really funny at parts. You can also see report outlines. Make sure that you locate information which will help you tell a story that many will love. In the majority of cases, you dont have to share personal details in your bio. Your experience and qualifications change, which means that your bio shouldnt be seen as a static document. If youre unemployed and developing a bio as part of an on-line profile, you can list your prior role or your present expertise. Wrong data in the bio may be a critical obstacle to obtaining success to your company. It is essential to give information regarding promotions, awards, positive changes in the business, and accomplishments. The author of a biography is referred to as a biographer while the individual written about is called t he subject or biographee. A biographer may also make an arrangement to interview an individual they need to write about. After reading the analysis of a company biography sample, you will get an idea according to which scheme the biography is written, but it is essential to specify the information taking into consideration your specific case. You begin with an introduction. You could also see presentation outlines. You could also see outline examples. You can also see totally free outline examples.

The Deans List Resume Diaries

The Deans List Resume Diaries Deans List Resume - Overview Accounting Skills Accounting skills incorporate all the math necessary to deal with budgets, as well a strong comprehension of applicable regulations. Nonetheless, in order to submit an application for an employment, students will often will need to supply a resume. For the role of determining eligibility to take part in varsity sports, all students eligible to register are regarded to be in good standing. Students who receive a Merit achievement is going to be notlageified via email and after that have the opportunity to claim their Merit pages. Every item must reach a belastung state in the procedure eventually. Find a means to add something genuinely different to your resume thats also related to the job. Without such a section, the possible hiring manager may be left wondering why he or shes reading your resume in any way. Although a resume wont be the absolute most important document potential hiring managers w ill appear at for an artist (a portfolio is), to the best extent possible, its still true that you must produce examples of why youre an artist people should watch out for. For your very first draft, put yourself in the area of the employer and choose what you would start looking for. Probable employers will most likely be scrutinizing the resume and could explain to the sort of person youre going to be by what you involve and exactly how prepared seems like. It is frequently the very first type of contact youll have with a perspective employer. Look back at the work listing to acquire an awareness of what the employer is searching for in a candidate. Though some employers might ask you to submit resume references as a piece of the application procedure, others might ask after a telephone screening, face-to-face bewerberinterview or before the last step in the hiring process. Be certain to read job descriptions carefully so you will be aware of what your prospective employer is searching for and what things to highlight in your resume and cover letters. The Basic Facts of Deans List Resume Our resume builder provides you with tips and examples on how best to compose your resume summary. At length, should you need help with the many sections of your resume, employing a resume builder is the perfect answer. Producing your resume is essential. To offer the most complete picture, former freelancers should list all their most vital achievements, including improving a customers SEO position, increasing web conversions or growing social networking campaigns. Please view our sample resumes to give a guide in making your own resume. More info about University grading policies can be located on the Registrars website. Students who receive a badge will be in a position to customize a personal web page that functions as an on-line portfolio of collegiate achievements. Appropriate Format Format is a significant portion of your resumes presentation. If you get a similar CV to everyone else, then you may not be different. Youre able to demonstrate these employers your abilities by simply using resume samples that will help you better your own resumes. The finest additional skills for resume writing are the ones that are associated with the job. Some resumes are reviewed by many diverse employers and dont give them with the information that they are looking for. So, having the capability to drive is most likely the top rated hard skill you must have to do the job. Coupled with experience, the resume skills section is among the most important portions of your CV. Hard skills arent skills that are tough to learn. More technical or computer-centric hard skills are occasionally also called technical skills. Dont forget that employers will also have a look at your LinkedIn profile. Perhaps your skill set is wholly different. If you wish to showcase your organization skills, obtaining a tightly structured resume certainly helps. Keep in mind, the majority of the distinctive skills that you set on your resume needs to be job-related skills taken from the work description and your best transferable skills.