7 minute read
Briefs
Can “Quiet Quitters” Be Fired? Yes, But Be Careful!
People are fighting back against going the extra mile; instead, doing only the bare minimum at work. This is “quiet quitting.”
Seventy-nine percent of American workers are burned out, compared to just 9% who are thriving and engaged, according to Gallup. Employees who are not engaged perform 33% lower than their engaged counterparts.
Employers know who the quiet quitters are. They generally produce less work product, take increased unplanned absences, are not interested in growing their skill set within the company, and they produce poor work leading to increased customer complaints.
Arizona employers can build and enhance employee engagement strategies to promote best efforts and loyalty to the company, but in today’s environment some employees value their personal quality of life over the initiative they show at work. If an employer thinks they have a quiet quitter in the ranks, that person can be fired without explanation.
This is because of Arizona’s employmentat-will statute, A.R.S. Sec. 23-1501. The termination just can’t be illegal. A wrongful termination case could be brought if there is a violation of an employment contract, violation of a state statute, a Civil Rights or occupational safety violation, or a retaliatory firing, among other exceptions.
While firing is an option in most cases, in these times it’s probably not the best option. Leaders who recognize a rise in quiet quitting among the ranks should first look in the mirror. Is the leader modeling the behavior they expect and communicating expectations clearly? Is the leader even communicating at all?
Employers can otherwise set the bar for new and existing employees through more specific job descriptions, establishing detailed performance violation policies and conducting more frequent performance reviews.
It’s important to keep in mind that it’s okay to have average employees, who are not quiet quitters, who keep the work moving and want to keep their jobs. —Marc Lamber (marclamber.bio), a Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent-rated trial attorney and public safety advocate and a director at Fennemore who chairs the Personal Injury Practice Group and has been featured in national and local media DAILIES TOP STORIES
‘In Business Dailies’ Most Views Last 30 Days
Here are the stories with the most views over the past 30 days (prior to press time) that were features in our In Business Dailies. The In Business Dailies hit email inboxes twice each weekday — at 9:30 a.m. and updated at 4:30 p.m. Sign up today at www.inbusinessphx.com/dailies-signup
Leadership & Management | Cover Story | September 2022
Leadership & Achievement: Celebrating 2022 Women of Achievement
by RaeAnne Marsh Many hard-fought gains for women in the business world were suspended, if not actually lost, through the COVID-19 pandemic. But we recognize the strengths women bring to the business world, which are proven in studies of businesses’ success in all segments of the economy.
Leadership & Management | From the Top | September 2022 Darren Rawson Leads through Chaos
And takes opportunity during the pandemic to grow AZP Multifamily
by Tim Gallen Darren Rawson is a leader who thrives on disruption.
“For better or worse, I’ve often sought it out,” says Rawson, president of Phoenix-based AZP Multifamily, a leading maintenance and parts supplier to the multifamily industry. “You could say I’m a bit of a volatility junkie.”
Positions | inbusinessphx.com | August 31 2022
Charitable Trust Appoints Steve Zabilski as Successor CEO, Expands Board of Trustees
Trust President and CEO Mary Jane Rynd announces retirement
inbusinessPHX.com The Board of Trustees of Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust has named Steve Zabilski as its President and CEO effective April 1, 2023; the Board has also appointed three new Trustees.
Commercial Real Estate & Development | inbusinessphx.com | August 25 2022
Their Take: Scottsdale Airpark Eyed for $1B Project
by Don Henninger The headline sure grabs your attention:
“Scottsdale Airpark eyed for $1 billion project.”
The proposal is impressive. Some are saying it’s one of a kind. Others are calling it a legacy project.
Whatever you call it, it would be close to a slam-dunk approval in most cities in the Valley.
LOOKING GOOD Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
ACHIEVEMENTS
MJ Insurance Recognized for Exceptional Employee Health Policies
MJ Insurance, a leading risk management and employee benefits agency for more than 50 years, was recognized recently by the Healthy Arizona Worksite Program as achieving the Gold level of excellence in worksite wellness. mjinsurance.com
Soleo Health Shines at Stevie Business Awards
The Arizona branch of Soleo Health, an innovative leader and national provider of complex specialty pharmacy services, recently saw two of its clinicians honored with the Gold Stevie® Award in the 20th Annual American Business Awards® — Denice Dowless, RN, BSN, CRN, and Tim Holloway, RN — while the company itself earned two gold and a silver. soleohealth.com • StevieAwards.com/ABA
Tri Pointe Homes Wins at PCBC Awards
Tri Pointe Homes®, a recognized leader serving the Phoenix market for more than 30 years under the name Maracay®, won four awards at PCBC’s 59th Annual Gold Nugget Awards, one of the largest and most distinguished competition of its kind in the nation. tripointehomes.com
2 Coppersmith Brockelman Attorneys Named ‘Lawyer of the Year’
The latest Best Lawyers® named Coppersmith Brockelman attorneys Roopali Desai and Andy Gordon “Lawyer of the Year” in Civil Rights Law and Antitrust Law, respectively. Overall, the business law firm in Phoenix saw 17 of its 21 attorneys recognized for exceptional work in 19 categories. cblawyers.com
PHILANTHROPY
Salad and Go Doubles Down Against Food Insecurity
In honor of Hunger Action Day, Arizona-born brand Salad and Go donated 8,600 pounds of fresh romaine, carrots and sweet potatoes to the United Food Bank, partner of Feeding America. In addition to this specific Hunger Action Day initiative, Salad and Go will be donating nearly 4,000 fresh salads to various partners across Arizona as part of a weekly initiative the brand has been committed to for years. saladandgo.com
Wilde Wealth Management Group, an award-winning financial services firm, recently donated $85,000 to Arizona Tuition Connection to support its scholarship fund to help low-income students to attend Notre Dame Preparatory Academy. wildewealth.com
New Office Enhances Embark Behavioral Health’s Mission
Embark Behavioral Health, a leading network of mental health treatment programs for youths and their families, recently moved its support office to a 24,000-square-foot office space in Chandler. The company hired interior architecture firm PHX Design One to implement the vision it had for the office: a colorful space that mimics the warm welcome Embark’s dozens of treatment programs provide families across the country.
The new space houses teammates in departments that include finance, strategic planning, marketing, IT and human resources. These departments exist to support and serve Embark’s mental health treatment programs across the country, which is why the Chandler location is called the support office.
“Our new space was intentionally designed to be a purposeful celebration of our culture and values,” said Alex Stavros, CEO of Embark Behavioral Health. “The feel is a cheerful one representing the hope our programs provide struggling families, and the joy and healing we ultimately look to create.”
THE NEW SPACE: A CLOSER LOOK
Bright pops of color in the paint, wall signage showcasing the company’s culture, and furniture pieces were integrated into the office design to help resemble Embark’s growing mental health care programs. Bright yellow, orange, blue, and green colors line the walls, with large screens playing client testimonials, highlights of Embark’s therapy programs, and inspiring messages congratulating employees on milestones and welcoming new hires. Multiple lounge areas, complete with couches and ottomans, offer seating spaces where employees and visitors can relax, connect with each other, and enjoy a view of the East Valley.
“Embark’s office design was very much driven by the company’s core purpose, which is to create joy and heal generations,” said Avalyn Zizzo, senior designer at PHX Design One. “Embark wanted potential visitors and teammates to feel an immediate sense of belonging once they entered the space.” —Mike Hunter
Embark Behavioral Health embarkbh.com PHX Design One p-d-o.com
Warehouse Hub for Local e-Commerce Merchants
Portal Warehousing recently opened a month-to-month flex-warehouse and logistics space for small business, e-commerce and industrial merchants/tenants in Tempe. It is the only offering of its kind in Phoenix that caters to emerging e-commerce sellers. This 35,000-square-foot facility has 36 units, ranging in size from 50 square feet to 1,500 square feet to accommodate a variety of business owners.
“Portal Warehousing is the perfect solution for e-commerce merchants and businesses with physical goods that are growing out of their starter space,” says co-founder and CEO Alex Morrison.
Portal Warehousing combines high-quality warehousing experience for small companies with integrated logistics services like daily pickups, shipping and receiving and discounted rates. Each business owner will have an individual warehouse space (small, medium, large or extra-large) where he or she can house and ship out products with ease. The warehouse is 100% air-conditioned to create a comfortable environment year-round.
With a membership, business owners will get inclusive of amenities such as high-speed internet, reception services, community events, shared common spaces to facilitate socializing and networking, and incubator support. Portal members have access to direct-to-consumer business essentials such as dock-high and gradelevel doors, enterprise-level equipment, shipping and receiving. Co-working areas and conference spaces are also available for use as needed. A community manager will be on-site from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, and members can request 24/7 access. —Mike Hunter
Portal Warehousing join-portal.com
