DEI in the Workplace
Ben Kimmel
October 6, 2021
New York, NY – The demand for greater diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace has never been higher. Companies spend as much as $8 billion a year on diversity
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We All Need to Learn More About Wellness at Work
Ben Kimmel
September 30, 2021
New York, NY – I am driving northbound with fresh eyes after taking a class I will talk more about in a later article. I am thinking about this class
Strategies for Navigating a Successful Return to the Workplace
Ben Kimmel
September 22, 2021
New York, NY – Although there’s been a slight increase in people returning to their offices, the numbers are still far from normal. Some companies have pushed their return dates
What Workers Need to Know About the Road to Recovery
Ben Kimmel
September 14, 2021
New York, NY – It’s clear that some of the struggles we face are dark and personal. It’s also clear that seeking help can be very humbling and personally challenging.
September 11: Two Decades Later
Ben Kimmel
September 10, 2021
New York, NY – The morning of September 11, 2001 was no different from any other. It was early and the weather was calm. There were changes in the making.
Safeguarding Mental Health in the Workplace
Ben Kimmel
September 6, 2021
New York, NY – Before going forward, I would like to say that the views in this column do not reflect any specific person, company, organization or union membership as
Vaccination Mandates and Collective Bargaining Agreements
Ben Kimmel
August 26, 2021
New York, NY – Ongoing questions about Covid vaccinations still abound. Some business owners and managers are mandating employees get vaccinated or vacate their positions. Workers, however, are firing back claiming
The Importance of Ongoing Training in the Building Trades
Ben Kimmel
August 21, 2021
New York, NY – Although technology has advanced to improve the effectiveness of building equipment, heating, cooling and maintenance systems, there will never be a technology that can effectively replace
Tips on Navigating Through Nepotism and Favoritism at Work
Ben Kimmel
August 11, 2021
New York, NY – Unfortunately, this article confirms the old saying: It’s now what you know, it’s who you know. I can say that I have seen this firsthand. I
Let’s Talk About Suicide Prevention…
Ben Kimmel
August 3, 2021
New York, NY – Sad news struck the Hudson Yards on July 29, when a 14 year-old boy jumped from the development’s centerpiece structure to his death. This is the