Bugle #81: You down with EVP?

Happy National Chocolate Cupcake Day! We know you’ve been counting down to this special day. But, seriously, National Chocolate Cupcake Day is apparently a thing, and a number of bakeries are offering specials. This day only happens once a year, folks.

Before you go satisfy your sweet tooth, take a look at some of the best HR, leadership, and policy management articles we found over the past couple weeks.

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Article of the Week: Do your eyes gloss over when reading your company’s values? By identifying why your company really matters, you can increase liking and unity in the workplace – and, in turn, engagement. Make sure your message resonates with employees (look for the ✦ below).

Show Employees They’re Valued

• A page out of Blissbook: To Commit is Legit
• How to curb bullying at work
• ✦ Creating a Successful Employee Value Proposition ✦
• There Is More To A Job Than The Work

Protect Your Company

• Workplace Investigations (Webinar, Oct. 30)
• Accommodating Mental Health In The Workplace
• 4 Wage and Hour Problems as Daylight Saving Time Ends
• What Employers Can Learn From Major League

Location-Specific Company Protection

• California: Prohibits Most “No Rehire” Provisions in Settlement Agreements
• Connecticut: Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
• Pennsylvania: Moving Closer to Increased White Collar Exemption Salary Threshold
• South Carolina (Columbia): Limited Inquiries About Applicants’ Criminal and Salary Histories
• Texas (San Antonio): City Council Approves Changes to Paid Sick Leave Ordinance

Become a Better You

• How to Increase Your Mistake Tolerance
• Get Noticed by Your Boss’s Boss
• Your Inconsistency Is More Noticeable Than You Think

Just for Fun

• Ever seen the Amazing Fact Generator? Get ready to learn some stuff.