Krista Hiddema

Let's Talk About Menopause

Employers must not only work to create environments where discussing menopause is normalized, but they must also proactively support women who are experiencing symptoms of menopause . . .

How To Combat The Great Resignation

During these most unusual of times, let us stop and remember why we all do this work every day.

EmploymentKrista Valerie HiddemaJanuary 4, 2022Quit, resignation, animal advocacy, employee, handbook, policy, retention, work, satisfaction, non-profit, organization, growthComment

But I'm An Independent Contractor

Thus far I’ve blogged primarily about matters related to employees within our Movement, and the next several blogs coming up are going to continue to address employment matters such as overtime, pay for travel, employee handbooks, policies, etc.

EmploymentKrista Valerie HiddemaDecember 8, 2020independent, contractor, employee, question, checklist, law, employment, laid off, terminationComment

Can my boss really make me do that? Part II of II

If you haven’t read Part I, I’d suggest that you do so and learn a bit more about Bob! As a quick recap, at this stage, Bob has shared his experience of sexual harassment with a trusted leader in the organization, the organization has investigated the matter, and they have decided what they plan to do.

Can my boss really make me do that? Part I of II

I recently had a conversation with a wonderful activist who was doing double duty at their organization by also taking on some IT duties.

Rest Is An Important Part of Work - Not The Opposite of Work

Somewhere along the way we have come to believe, and worse yet, we have come to internalize, that if we are not fighting for animals 24/7 that we are not doing enough.

ActivismKrista Valerie HiddemaSeptember 1, 2020exhaustion, animal advocacy, burn out, vacation, boss, non-profit, mental health, engagement, employee, employer, productive, restComment

Welcome to my HR Blog Series

Friends, I am excited about what I hope to be the first of many blogs that I am writing for you – activists – for those fighting for the animals in the Animal Advocacy Movement (AAM) – I want to help Keep You Engaged!