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PROLOGUE

My hope is that this book will ultimately be helpful to Human Resources (HR) and
Organizational Development (OD) professionals, consultants, coaches, and trainers at any
level and in any industry. Please remember that city, state, and federal employment laws are
almost constantly changing. Different states have different laws. What is unlawful harass-
ment or wrongful termination in one city or state is perfectly legal in another. Use these tools
prudently, and always research any applicable laws in your city or state regarding whatever
situation you must address. Utilize the free government technical assistance links and other
information provided here for the most current information regarding any situation that you
want to address. Always do credible research before taking any action at work to address
workplace issues.
My recommendation for using this book is to begin at the beginning. Start with the first
chapter so you have a clear understanding of the importance of, and rationale for, HR/OD
professionals being credible activists in their workplaces. I encourage you to research any
laws you are looking for information on with a current source on the Web or with the
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in the event there have been changes
since this book has been published. The HR world is always growing, developing, and
changing.

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