Karen discusses the implementation of Australia's right-to-disconnect law, which allows employees to refuse work-related contact outside their normal working hours. She also shares a Wall Street Journal article about an employee's death at a financial institution after working extremely long hours, sparking a debate about the culture of overworking. Karen reflects on her own experiences and emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, encouraging employers to establish clear boundaries and prioritize their employees' well-being and work/life balance. In our "Ask the Job Judge" Segment, Karen touches on the topic of appropriate dress code in job interviews, advising against wearing shorts to make a good impression, in response to a viral Tiktok video of a woman who posted about her interview experience after wearing shorts to the interview.

The Job Judge Podcast is a podcast for anyone who works. This is not legal advice! Engaging and informative, it’s a must-listen/watch for any manager, business owner, HR professional, or anyone who works. Relying on three decades of experience as an employment law attorney and HR Executive, Karen Michael uses real case studies in the news and navigates through the legal landmines and workplace dysfunction that we know is probably happening right now in your organization.

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