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    In Part 3 of the #ReOpeningAfterRona series, Sarah is discussing the impact of COVID-19 on compliance and company culture. This episode gives guidance on the FFCRA, FMLA, and ADA as well as advice on re-opening phases, re-orientation policies, and reacclimating employees to working outside the home. 

    Part 1 of the series is about preparing the physical office space for reopening. Listen to it HERE.

    Part 2 of the series is about dealing with microaggressions in remote work. Read it HERE

    If you need more guidance on the FFCRA, visit this website

    If you need more guidance on the FMLA, visit this website. Or signup for Sarah's HR Summer School session HERE

    If you need more guidance on the ADA, visit this website

    Don't forget Sarah is providing exclusive content to her BuzzARooney subscribers as part of the #ReOpeningAfterRona series. To join the BuzzARooney community, visit Sarah's website at www.BuzzARooneyLLC.com and signup! You will receive your free downloads within 24 hours after joining The Hive. 

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