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Less Stressed Leader15. How to Regain Focus When Mentally DrainedHave you ever had those moments where you needed to focus but you were mentally drained? In this episode, I break down why being mentally drained is not good for our productivity and mental health. I also give you tips on how to reset and get your focus back even if you are feeling your energy is wiped out. Now, let's get started!~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed around running a business, leading a team, and...2025-05-2311 min
Your Business on PurposeE148: Compliance, Contracts & Culture - Protecting Your Business with Tricia BaritaIn this eye-opening episode of Your Business on Purpose, host Dawnette Palmore is joined by Trisha Barita, a seasoned business and employment law attorney and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience.Together, they unpack a crucial topic every business owner needs to understand — compliance and company culture — and how neglecting these two things can cost you time, money, and even your business.Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, this episode dives into:🔒 The Pain:Why so many entrepreneurs overlook legal compliance until it’s too lateThe dange...2025-04-2332 minLess Stressed Leader14. Digital Detox: Minimizing Screen Time to Increase ProductivityWhat if you could increase productivity at work simply by minimizing your screen time in your daily or weekly schedule?In this episode, I break down why screen time can lead to overwhelm and possibly stress. Yet, I will be the first to admit that as leaders and entrepreneurs, engaging with email, social media, and other screen time is part of our daily business and often personal routine. So I give a three-step approach on how to get started on a routine of reducing screen time to increase your productivity. Now, let's get started!...2024-09-1727 minLess Stressed Leader13. Taking Risks as a Leader with a Resilient MindsetAn essential element of growth in leadership is learning to balance risk with resilience so when you make bold moves you also seek to not overextend yourself. This balance allows you to understand how to allocate resources and really create long-term viability. In this episode, I talk about the categories of risk in business that you face as a leader and how developing a resilient strategy and mindset can help balance that risk. For example, creating a stable environment and contingency plans when experiencing a cash flow crisis, market disruption, new pr...2024-08-1621 minLess Stressed Leader12. Benefits of Setting Boundaries Between Work & Personal LifeDo you have boundaries between your work and personal life?Do you limit work calls when you are with friends or family? What about checking and responding to emails? In this episode, I talk about the benefits of setting boundaries between work and personal life such as an improvement in your relationships and an increase in productivity. I also give some tips around creating boundaries. Let's get into it!~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed around ru...2024-07-3024 minLess Stressed Leader11. Managing Your PerfectionismWould you consider yourself a perfectionist? Do you find it helpful? Do you consider it part of your drive or a reason for your success? Does it inhibit you in any way when trying to achieve goals? In this episode, I talk about how managing your perfectionism can result in better success outcomes and less stress in high achievers like entrepreneurs and leaders. Let's get into it!~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed around running a business, leading a te...2024-07-2416 minLess Stressed Leader10. Why Care About the Corporate Transparency Act?Do you do business in the United States as an LLC, Corporation, or other entity? Well then you are likely required to file a BOI report with the federal government unless you fall under one of the limited exceptions. This new law is sneaking up on everyone. There are civil and criminal penalties if you do not comply. In this episode, I give you the legal skinny on this new law answering some basic questions about what it is, who it applies to, who it doesn't apply to, and what some of the requirements are. Now l...2024-07-1126 minLess Stressed Leader9. Talent Shortage: How to Find and Keep Top TalentHAVE YOU BEEN HAVING TROUBLE FINDING AND KEEPING TOP TALENT?HAVE YOU BEEN WONDERING WHY THE LANDSCAPE OF HIRING HAS CHANGED AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT?The talent shortage is real, especially in certain industries. In this episode, I give you five ideas that help entrepreneurs and business leaders navigate the talent shortage problem when growing their teams. Now let's get into it!~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed an...2024-05-1932 minLess Stressed Leader8. Is ChatGPT the new Wild West of Tech?Have you been asking yourself how AI & ChatGPT may affect your business, your teams, your industry? Well you are not alone because top leaders are all asking these type of burning questions as we watch the effect of yet another new tech make waves. In this episode, I talk about the key topics leaders are thinking about and strategizing about when it comes to the influence of AI and ChatGPT. From edging out the competition to wondering if it will replace parts of your workforce, I break it down. Now let's get after it!~Trisha Bari...2024-04-2826 minLess Stressed Leader7. The Art of Mindful Creativity: Cultivating Innovation at WorkHow much do you think about being creative in your work? Do you find time in your work week where you can focus on being innovative? In this episode, I talk about 4 strategies to approach propelling your business forward by creating more space and time for creativity and innovation in your work... as a leader yourself... and how to create it with your team. Now let's get started!~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed around running a business, le...2024-02-1118 minLess Stressed Leader6. Creating Your Zen WorkspaceDo you like your workspace? Does it feel like a place where you can really focus? Does it bring you a feeling of calm?In this episode, I talk about how to get started in creating a zen workspace for yourself so you can remove distractions and focus on increasing productivity. ~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed around running a business, leading a team, and scaling and are seeking to create more wealth and success in your business and...2024-01-2925 minLess Stressed Leader5. Dream Scary BigWhen was the last time you asked yourself what you want for yourself in life TODAY? Have you ever asked if you are challenging yourself or thinking big enough for your goals?In this episode, I talk about why dreaming big... scary big can help you open your mind to the possibility of what you can accomplish and achieve for yourself even if it is a little scary. ~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed around running a business, le...2023-12-1415 minLess Stressed Leader4. Gratitude is a Superpower Leadership TraitWhat gives you great mental and physical well being, increases retention and productivity for you and your team? Gratitude. But it is not automatic, it is how you engage gratitude in your life and leadership that makes it a superpower.In this episode, I talk about the benefits of gratitude and two actions you can take today to start increasing those benefits for yourself and team. ~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed around running a business, leading a team...2023-11-2327 minLess Stressed Leader3. I Can't Find the TimeDo you ever say to others or yourself "I can't find the time." Do you feel that you don't have time for the things that matter?What if you could find the time. What does that look like and what is the first step in getting there? In this episode, I discuss how we see time and talk about time and the first step in how to make changes around our time. ~Trisha BaritaIf you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed arou...2023-11-1312 minLess Stressed Leader2. 5-Minute De-Stress at Your DeskWhen you are feeling stress at work, wouldn’t it be nice to push a red button and just reset the whole day like the movie Groundhog Day? Lol… well maybe you can’t exactly do that, but what if you could have a mindset shift at that moment? In this episode, I discuss creating a habit of the 5-Minute De-Stress at Your Desk. ***I am also giving out the same free guide and audio meditation I give my coaching clients to get started ===> Just go to show notes www.trishabarita.com/podcast/2 to snag that FREE...2023-10-2917 minLess Stressed Leader1. Is Work Burnout Real?Do you ever experience Work Burnout? If so, what does it feel like for you? In this episode, I discuss what it means to be in burnout mode because of your leadership role and why it can affect more than just your work. I also give a practical step-by-step process to start working your way out of the burnout mode. ~Trisha Barita If you are a woman entrepreneur or woman company leader who wants to feel less stressed and less overwhelmed around running a business, leading a team, and scaling and are seeking to create more weal...2023-10-1422 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#73 -Stay InterviewsIn this legal skinny episode "Stay Interviews" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses how stay interviews are being used by company leaders to learn more about the employees that "stay" with the company so they can work on improving potential issues of turnover. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Dis...2022-05-1717 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#72 - Birthday Surprise in the WorkplaceIn this legal skinny episode "Birthday Surprise in the Workplace" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses a case out of Kentucky involving a company providing a birthday celebration for an employee who allegedly requested not to have one due to his anxiety and the repercussions for the company involved.We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources f...2022-05-0615 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#71 - Soccer, Teachers, & the Equal Pay ActIn this legal skinny episode "Soccer, Teachers, & the Equal Pay Act" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the ongoing appeal by American women soccer players and a case out of Wisconsin for teachers all related to the EEOC's focused agenda on Equal Pay Act Issues. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. 2022-02-0516 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#70 - The H-1B Visa Employee BreakdownIn this legal skinny episode "The H-1B Visa Employee Breakdown" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita chats with guest Ruby Powers about the H-1B Visa process and steps for company leaders who may be considering whether this is another tool they want to use when hiring employee talent. Ms. Powers is an attorney and founder of the Powers Law Group, a Houston based law firm focused on family-based, employment-based, and investment-based immigration. You can connect with Ruby Powers on LinkedIn at this link here. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to...2022-01-2848 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#69 - Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part VIn this legal skinny episode "Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part V" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the legal challenges and Supreme Court opinions on the OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard published following President Biden's announcement to use the powers of OSHA to enforce mandatory vaccine or testing for employer workforces with 100 or more employees. Part I, Part II, and III of this discussion were back in Episode #65, #62, Episode #29, and Episode #33. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show...2022-01-1922 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#68 - Santa‘s Employee TroublesIn this legal skinny episode "Santa's Employee Troubles" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses Santa's potential legal woes from reindeer issues to elf problems. ;) Enjoy!We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is...2021-12-0814 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#67 - The 1940s Thanksgiving Thursday DebacleIn this legal skinny episode "The 1940s Thanksgiving Thursday Debacle" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses a little Thanksgiving history and has 2 surprise guests on the show. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes onl...2021-11-2510 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#66 - Snitch or SaviorIn this legal skinny episode "Snitch or Savior" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the challenges employers face when dealing with safety and company culture. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is n...2021-11-1616 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#65 - Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part IVIn this legal skinny episode "Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part IV" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the new OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard published following President Biden's announcement to use the powers of OSHA to enforce mandatory vaccine or testing for employer workforces with 100 or more employees. Part I, Part II, and III of this discussion were back in Episode #62, Episode #29, and Episode #33. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which epis...2021-11-0632 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#64 - Long COVID - the New DisabilityIn this legal skinny episode "Long COVID - the New Disability" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the guidance set forth establishing long COVID as a disability under U.S. disability laws. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for...2021-10-1616 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#63 - Cannabis Future - To Be or Not to BeIn this legal skinny episode "Cannabis Future - To Be or Not to Be" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses cannabis legal issues including the ongoing conflict between the federal US government and state laws and how that is affecting company leaders. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - L...2021-10-0914 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#62 - Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part IIIIn this legal skinny episode "Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part III" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses President Biden's announcement to use the powers of OSHA to enforce mandatory vaccine or testing for employer workforces with 100 or more employees. Part I and Part II of this discussion were back in Episode #29 and Episode #33. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.lega...2021-09-1327 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#61 - Denying Vacation RequestsIn this legal skinny episode "Denying Vacation Requests" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the challenges employers face when considering vacation requests. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advi...2021-08-3020 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#60 - Culture in a Sun & Ski WorldIn this legal skinny episode "Culture in a Sun & Ski World," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita chats with Barry Goldware about company culture from a retail perspective. Barry is the founder of Sun & Ski Sports before he sold it in 2012 and is the visionary behind Popable.com for PopUp Shops. Connect with Barry at LinkedIn or check out his new venture at Popable.comWe value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to menti...2021-08-191h 03
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#59 - Beware saying Grandma is too Old to DriveIn this legal skinny episode "Beware saying Grandma is too Old to Drive" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses driving and age discrimination issues. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not...2021-08-0419 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#58 - Is work burnout real?In this legal skinny episode "Is work burnout real?" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the definition of burnout and what it can mean for you as an entrepreneur or company leader. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for...2021-07-2615 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#57 - Who doesn't love a Prankster?In this legal skinny episode "Who doesn't love a Prankster?" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses pranks and practical jokes in our culture and in the workplace and the related issues for company leaders to consider.We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the le...2021-07-1716 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#56 - The President's Chess Move Against Non-CompetesIn this legal skinny episode "The President's Chess Move Against Non-Competes" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the recent Presidential Executive Order and what company leaders may want to consider regarding its potential impact on businesses. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the lega...2021-07-1016 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#55 - The 10M Biometric Privacy HandprintIn this legal skinny episode "The 10M Biometric Privacy Handprint," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the ever-changing landscape of the use of biometric data by companies.We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the Company leader Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes on...2021-07-0215 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#54 - Beers, Guns & Trucks for ShotsIn this legal skinny episode "Beers, Guns & Trucks for Shots," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the all the wild incentives out there for those who get the COVID-19 vaccine and the long-awaited guidance from the EEOC for business leaders.We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the Company leader Disclaimer - Legal Sk...2021-06-2731 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#53 - Payroll Mistakes to AvoidIn this legal skinny episode "Payroll Mistakes to Avoid," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita chats with Don Peterson of the Peterson CPA Firm about payroll mistakes to avoid. Connect with Don Peterson at Peterson CPA FirmWe value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the Company leader. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and...2021-06-1547 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#52 - Growing within the Chick-fil-A CultureIn this legal skinny episode "Growing within the Chick-fil-A Culture," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita digs deep with fellow entrepreneur and Chick-fil-A Operator David Chaluh about his experience in becoming a leader in the Chick-fil-A culture. Connect with David Chaluh on Linkedin here We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the Company leader. ...2021-06-0456 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#51 - Discrimination and Implicit Bias Training in the WorkplaceIn this legal skinny episode "Discrimination and Implicit Bias Training in the Workplace," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses with attorney Carena Lemons many issues that surround discrimination issues in the workplace and how employers may use implicit bias training with their workforce.Connect with Carena on Linkedin here We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for mo...2021-05-2855 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#50 - The Workforce RevolutionIn this legal skinny episode "The Workforce Revolution," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the trend for businesses to go hybrid or virtual and the pros and cons for the Company leader. We value your opinion! We would love for you to go to www.legalskinny.com/review to find the super simple way to review the show and make sure to mention which episodes or guests you liked!Check out www.legalskinny.com for more resources for the Company leader Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for...2021-05-2331 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#49 - Vaccine Passports, what's all the fuss about?In this legal skinny episode "Vaccine Passports, what's all the fuss about?," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses travel issues for the business leader and their teams with the usage of vaccine passports. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not...2021-05-1518 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#48 - The Generation GapIn this legal skinny episode "The Generation Gap," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses with fellow business professionals Trisha Stetzel and Colton Cockerell generational differences and how it affects communications and work in a company. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and i...2021-05-0759 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#47 - Elon Musk Leadership Style, Love it or Hate it?In this legal skinny case episode "Elon Musk Leadership Style, Love it or Hate it?," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses Elon Musk including the impact of visionary leadership on company culture. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not a sub...2021-05-0115 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#46 - OSHA COVID-19 Citations Go on... and On and OnIn this legal skinny case study "OSHA COVID-19 Citations Go on... and on and on," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses two cases where employers were cited for allegations of not providing a safe workplace under COVID-19 guidelines. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not...2021-04-2417 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#45 - EEOC Case on RumormongeringIn this legal skinny case study "EEOC Case on Rumormongering," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses a recent sexual harassment EEOC case out of Alabama. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not a substitute for legal counsel. If you need...2021-04-1610 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#44 - Unemployment Fraud in the WorkplaceIn this legal skinny brief "Unemployment Fraud in the Workplace," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the rise in criminal activity surrounding unemployment fraud and the related identity theft in the workplace and how the IRS, DOL and state unemployment agencies are trying to deal with the problem. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Pod...2021-04-0813 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#43 - The Virtual Interview vs. In-Person InterviewIn this legal skinny brief "The Virtual Interview vs. In-Person Interview," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the debate between the virtual interview and the in-person interview and why companies may consider each to have positives and negatives. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not...2021-04-0220 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#42 - Company Retreat Purpose & PitfallsIn this legal skinny brief "Company Retreat Purpose & Pitfalls," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses company and corporate retreats and ways they can be leveraged to have purpose and some pitfalls to avoid. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not...2021-03-2520 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#41 - The Changing Pfizer CultureIn this legal skinny brief "The Changing Pfizer Culture," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the culture of the Company Pfizer. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not a substitute for legal counsel. If you need specific advice, then you s...2021-03-1934 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#40 - Employer Mask DramaIn this legal skinny brief "Employer Mask Drama," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses Texas Governor Abbott's executive order lifting mask mandates and what that means for Employers including a discussion on government regulation versus personal responsibility. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not lega...2021-03-1015 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#39 - The Chipotle Overtime Problem You Don’t WantIn this legal skinny case study "The Chipotle Overtime Problem You Don't Want," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the $15 million dollar proposed settlement in a New Jersey federal court case related to alleged claims against burrito restaurant brand Chipotle. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This...2021-03-0414 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#38 - Pot for ShotsIn this legal skinny brief "Pot for Shots," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses marijuana and other incentives to encourage people to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Check out www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not a substitute for legal counsel. If you n...2021-02-2511 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#37 - Before the Lights Go Out... AgainIn this legal skinny brief "Before the Lights Go Out... Again," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the winter ice storm affecting Texas... all the drama...and disaster planning. Checkout www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer, Leader and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not a substitute for legal coun...2021-02-1922 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#36 - Lessons from a Zoom Cat LawyerIn this legal skinny brief "Lessons from a Zoom Cat Lawyer," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the funny viral video of a Texas lawyer and his zoom cat filter and her three takeaways from the funny video.Checkout www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer and HR Professional.If you like this episode, please mention your favorite episodes in your review on apple podcasts or on google! Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal adv...2021-02-1113 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#35 - OSHA Retaliation WorriesIn this legal skinny brief "OSHA Retaliation Worries," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses what OSHA's new guidance says about retaliation and the anonymous reporting of unsafe work practices. If you like this episode, please leave a review to let Trisha know! Visit www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer and HR Professional. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not a substitute for legal counsel. If you need specific advice, then you sh...2021-02-0416 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#34 - Google in Hot Water with the OFCCPIn this legal skinny brief "Google in Hot Water with the OFCCP," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses why Google is in some trouble with the OFCCP. If you like this episode, please leave a review to let Trisha know! Visit www.legalskinny.com for more educational resources for the Employer and HR Professional. Disclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not legal advice and is not a substitute for legal counsel. If you need specific advice, then you should hire...2021-02-0308 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#33 - Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part IIIn this legal skinny brief "Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part II," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the letter from Amazon to President Biden and how other employers are weighing in as well as the EEOC Guidance on Vaccines. Follow the legal skinny Podcast by joining our private legal skinny Facebook community here and sign up for our newsletter to get all things legal skinny at legalskinny.com hereFor our video podcasts, check out and subscribe to our youtube channel hereDisclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny P...2021-01-2628 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#32 - The Sincerely Held Religious BeliefIn this legal skinny brief "The Sincerely Held Religious Belief," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the Title VII protections or accommodations Employers should be aware of for individuals relying on a sincerely held religious belief or practice. Follow the legal skinny Podcast by joining our private legal skinny Facebook community here and sign up for our newsletter to get all things legal skinny at legalskinny.com hereFor our video podcasts, check out and subscribe to our youtube channel hereDisclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is f...2021-01-2511 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#31 - Nonprofit Spotlight - Bel Inizio"Nonprofit Spotlight - Bel Inizio - In this episode Founder and Executive Director Theresa Strong discusses with business owner attorney Host Trisha Barita the Bel Inizio mission to help disadvantaged women develop self-confidence and life skills through fitness and nutrition. Participants train to complete a 5K, which helps prepare them for the ultimate race — the race for a better life.Connect with Nonprofit Bel Inizio hereFollow the legal skinny Podcast by joining our private legal skinny Facebook community here and sign up for our newsletter to get all things legal skinny at LegalSkinny.com her...2021-01-2033 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#30 - The President's Wish List - Employer PerspectiveIn this legal skinny brief "The President's Wish List - Employer Perspective" business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the new President Biden's publication of what he would like to see passed into law that may affect the Employer.Follow the legal skinny Podcast by joining our private legal skinny Facebook community here and sign up for our newsletter to get all things legal skinny at legalskinny.com hereFor our video podcasts, check out and subscribe to our youtube channel hereDisclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is...2021-01-1815 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#29 - Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part IIn this legal skinny brief "Should Employers Mandate Vaccines? - Part I," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the vaccine rollout and the EEOC guidance regarding employers mandating the vaccine. Follow the legal skinny Podcast by joining our private legal skinny Facebook community here and sign up for our newsletter to get all things legal skinny at legalskinny.com hereFor our video podcasts, check out and subscribe to our youtube channel hereDisclaimer - Legal Skinny, LLC and the legal skinny Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. This is not...2021-01-1424 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#28 - FFCRA Leave Extended... or not?In this legal skinny brief "FFCRA Leave Extended... or not?," business owner attorney host Trisha Barita discusses the December 31, 2020 expiration date of the paid sick leave and EFMLA provisions of the FFCRA and what new developments occurred that Employers need to be aware of. Follow the legal skinny Podcast by joining our private legal skinny Facebook community here and sign up for our newsletter to get all things legal skinny at legalskinny.com hereFor the video version of this episode, check out and subscribe to our youtube channel hereDisclaimer - Legal Sk...2021-01-1411 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#27 - Tis the Season for the Company Holiday Party#27 - Tis the Season for the Company Holiday Party- In this episode Attorney Carena Lemons, managing partner of the Lemons Law Firm out of North Carolina, chats with business owner attorney Host Trisha Barita about the Company Holiday party and all the planning, liabilities, sexual harassment concerns that Employers should be thinking about. Connect with Carena Lemons here at Lemons Law Firm Follow the legal skinny Podcast by joining our private legal skinny Facebook community here and sign up for our newsletter to get all things legal skinny at LegalSkinny.com hereDisclaimer...2020-12-0456 min
Legal Skinny Podcast - For busy Entrepreneurs, CEOs, HR Professionals and Company leaders.#26 - Celebrate the Small Wins#26 - Celebrate the Small Wins - In this episode Guest Dr. John Nguyen founder of Lighthouse Leadership Coaching and co-author of the book Discover Your Inner chats with business owner attorney Host Trisha Barita about how leaders can grow as an individual and positively impact their team by learning how to recognize and celebrate the small wins. Connect with Dr. Nguyen on LinkedInFollow the legal skinny Podcast by joining our private legal skinny Facebook community here and sign up for our newsletter to get all things legal skinny at LegalSkinny.com hereD...2020-11-2650 min
Bridge the Gap Podcast Connecting Business PerspectivesTrisha Barita- Employment LawTrisha Barita is a 15 year licensed Texas attorney practicing in employment law on the management side and business law. She is the managing attorney of Barita Law Firm, PLLC located in downtown Houston and League City. She also has a second company called Legal Skinny, LLC that is an educational resource for employers that includes her legal skinny podcast and blog. As an entrepreneur herself, she loves to engage in personal and business growth through a great book, podcast or blog. She has been featured in articles for Business.com, Authority Magazine and Texas Lawyer.2020-11-1122 min