IMPORTANT LESSONS

Woman studying her notes at her desk at work.
By Brigitte Kimichik December 9, 2025
Unlock the secrets to stronger performance reviews, career growth, and workplace confidence—starting with what I wish I knew at 25.
Picture of cover of book Play Nice noting it received a 5 Star Review from Reader Views
By Brigitte Kimichik March 23, 2025
Our book Play Nice - Playground Rules for Respect in the Workplace received a 5 Star Review from Reader Views, the reviewer in part stating in part "Brigitte Gawenda Kimichik, JD and JR Tomlinson’s “Play Nice: Playground Rules for Respect in the Workplace,” is an essential guide for navigating through the complex and often disturbing landscape of sexual harassment in professional environments. It is the first book in the Sandbox series and tackles an issue that affects an alarming number of individuals. Statistics show that one in three women has experienced sexual harassment at work."
Lesson: Encouraging the Upstander!
By Brigitte Kimichik June 7, 2021
Learning how not to be a bystander is critical in moving the needle towards progress in eliminating sexual harassment socially and in the workplace. The Authors of Play Nice provide a short list of what you can do!
COMBATTING DOMESTIC ABUSE WITH FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE
By Brigitte Kimichik May 14, 2021
It can be very difficult for women in domestic violence situations to leave if they are financially dependent. We share some great articles with helpful resources for financial independence.
EXPLAINING BOUNDARIES: IF YOU SEE A TEACHING MOMENT, TAKE ADVANTAGE!
By Brigitte Kimichik May 11, 2021
Setting personal boundaries in the moment is very important. Don't let go of an opportunity to teach someone how he may be invading your personal space—especially if the moment involves sexual harassment!
CUOMO'S APOLOGY FAILED - WHAT SHOULD HE HAVE SAID?
By Brigitte Kimichik March 9, 2021
NY Governor Cuomo is in hot water over sexual harassment allegations. His attempt to apologize failed. The Authors of Play Nice review what he should have said.
ARE SEXUAL HARASSMENT ALLEGATIONS MORE BELIEVABLE IF MADE BY A PRETTY WOMAN?
By Brigitte Kimichik January 28, 2021
A recent study shows that less attractive women who make sexual harassment allegations are perceived by the general public to be less credible and less likely to have suffered harm, which could prevent non-stereotypical women from legal protections!
RECEIVING INAPPROPRIATE TEXT MESSAGES? HOW SHOULD YOU RESPOND?
By Brigitte Kimichik January 21, 2021
Are you receiving inappropriate text messages that make you uncomfortable? Deciding how to respond can be daunting but is immediately necessary. The authors of Play Nice illustrate a very recent example.
COVID-19 - INVESTIGATING SEXUAL HARASSMENT COMPLAINTS  IN THE REMOTE ENVIRONMENT
By Brigitte Kimichik November 19, 2020
Covid-19 - Sexual harassment complaints in the remote work environment are exploding. The authors of Play Nice - Playground Rules for Respect in the Workplace take a look at what employers should be doing to fairly investigate these complaints.
COVID-19 AND THE EXPLOSION OF ONLINE SEXUAL HARASSMENT
By Brigitte Kimichik November 19, 2020
Covid-19 and the explosion of on line sexual harassment has posed challenges for employers and employees. The authors of Play Nice - Playground Rules for Respect in the Workplace review why social distancing does not prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
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