Oh, The Weather Outside Is…Not So Frightful
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Spending millions of dollars to advertise in the Super Bowl isn't the only way to get your brand noticed. Sam Stark, Executive Vice President at 160over90, examines how some companies have embraced life outside of the big game to gain more than a little attention.
When this issue comes up in the context of employees refusing to drive to work, an employee can be fired for not getting to work in bad weather unless the employer has agreed that the weather is too bad for employees to attempt to drive to work.
When bad weather is coming, address all your policies again, remind employees of communication channels to address attendance and plan for the worst potential outcome to ensure your company is prepared for the weather.
Our fellow blogger and #WorklawNetwork colleague, #JeffNowak, offers some similar advice and more on deterring weather-related leave abuse under the Family and Medical Leave Act that we highly recommend. Check out his tips here.
If you're prepared, the winter months can provide very pleasant running weather, as there is something very peaceful and satisfying getting a run in while most everyone else is curled under blankets.