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EPISODE · Dec 7, 2022 · 55 MIN

Sleeping on the Job...not a bedtime story.

from HR Stories Podcast - A Lesson in Every Story! · host John Thalheimer and Chuck Simikian, SHRM-SCP

Send us Fan MailDanielle Clark worked for Charter Communications Regional Operations Center in Dallas, Texas. Her job was to monitor computer displays tracking the network’s status and to immediately dispatch technicians in the event of an outage. But, she had trouble staying awake during her shifts due to narcolepsy. This tale combines ADA Accommodations with Essential Job Duties. How the company handled the situation, what Danielle ended up doing, the twists and turns, and ultimately the surprise outcome all make for another great HR Story!Chuck and John also discuss current HR issues including - company holiday party concerns and dealing with Generations...specifically Generation Z.Support the showOur new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE! Go to UltimateGuidetoHR.com to Get HR Right: and Avoid Costly Mistakes. Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcastDon't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!Do you have a situation or topic you’d like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event?  You can reach the Team at  [email protected] for suggestions and inquiries.The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns. 

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Send us Fan Mail Danielle Clark worked for Charter Communications Regional Operations Center in Dallas, Texas. Her job was to monitor computer displays tracking the network’s status and to immediately dispatch technicians in the event of an outage. But, she had trouble staying awake during her shifts due to narcolepsy. This tale combines ADA Accommodations with Essential Job Duties. How the company handled the situation, what Danielle ended up doing, the twists and turns, and ultimately the s...

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