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Making Work Better explores employment law, business issues, and workplace challenges through personal narratives and legal commentary. Our employment attorney experts and their guests discuss everything from new laws and human resources challenges to launching a small business or forging a unique career path. As the flagship program of The Prinz Law Firm in Chicago, this podcast will not feature legal advice—just conversations that help us all to make work better, regardless of our role. You might remember Making Work Better as "Tales from Around the Watercooler." We rebranded to better reflect the employment focus of our content. Learn about the firm and its work at https://www.prinz-lawfirm.com.

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Ep. 33 – Turning Workplace Conflict into Opportunity with Amy M. Gardner 36:49

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Business attorney Katie Rinkus welcomes Amy M. Gardner to the mic to discuss common ways they see conflict show up in the workplace. Amy is a certified Career and Career Transitions Coach and Team Development and Leadership Consultant and the co-owner of Apochromatik, which offers team and leadership development programs to help organizations resolve conflict and reach their goals. One of the primary causes of conflict in the workplace is a poor culture: there is a lack of vulnerability-based trust that leads people to feel undervalued and unable to speak up or to ask for help. Conflict is also commonly seen in the hiring and onboarding process. Sometimes decisions to hire are rushed, job duties are not what were originally promised, and communication is simply unclear. Because culture issues, lack of communication, and conflict can, as Amy says, “cost money and happiness,” it’s important for organizations to address these issues. Ongoing training—not just for management but for entire teams—can help things run more smoothly no matter the conflict flashpoint, especially when a team is trained on navigating difficult conversations. Join Katie and Amy as they unpack conflict at work and how to best respond to it so that we all can make work better for each other. Amy M. Gardner Amy M. Gardner works with law firms and corporations to reengage teams and help them thrive by utilizing Apochromatik’s proprietary Team Driven Leadership approach to build leadership skills, improve relationships, strengthen emotional intelligence, have difficult conversations, and more. She also works with lawyers to advance or transition in their careers. Her work with teams and lawyers draws on her unique experience as a former Big Law associate, partner at a mid-size Chicago firm, and dean of students at the University of Chicago Law School. She received her MA in Public Policy and Administration from Northwestern University, JD from the University of Chicago, and BA from Luther College, as well as certifications in team and leadership coaching, 1:1 coaching, and various assessments. Her expertise has been featured in media including numerous podcasts, ABA publications, Corporette, Glassdoor, Health, Monster, NBC, and Women’s Running magazine. Connect with Amy at amy@apochromatik.com . Stay Connected & Learn More: Amy M. Gardner on LinkedIn Katie Rinkus Apochromatik Team Driven Leadership The Prinz Law Firm…

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Ep. 32 – Illinois' New Employment Laws of 2025 40:58

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Illinois has seen several new employment laws take effect since the beginning of 2025. Prinz’s marketing manager and employment paralegal Matt Tedeschi joins employment attorney and business counselor Katie Rinkus to recap some of the most significant changes and what they mean for both employees and employers. From minimum wage increases to an expansion of the Illinois Human Rights Act and new whistleblower protections, these new changes will have wide-ranging impacts on workplaces and employment litigation for years to come. Drawing upon interactions they’ve had with Prinz clients and callers, Matt and Katie explain how these new laws are changing the legal landscape in Illinois, while offering practical tips on how to adapt business policies to ensure workplaces remain compliant. Learn more Read Matt’s blog post on 2025’s new laws Katie Rinkus Matt Tedeschi The Prinz Law Firm…

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Ep. 31 – Advance Your Job Search & Career Growth with Carmelina Piedra 34:59

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Are you looking for a new role or hoping to advance beyond your current one? Certified Career Coach and Facilitator Carmelina Piedra joins attorney Katie Rinkus to discuss what you can do to take that next step and succeed! Carmelina offers a host of tips for those wishing to make a career transition, based on her many years of experience coaching job seekers and professionals in numerous sectors. She focuses on the significance of a positive mindset and relationship-building, including online through LinkedIn or by networking in person. Anyone who has secured a new job knows that a key component is negotiating. Carmelina highlights various things beyond the base salary that you can bargain over, such as start date, sign-on bonus, and stock and equity. Katie warns that restrictive covenants are often included in new job offers and that a candidate should always be aware of potential obligations of new employment. Carmelina and Katie also discuss the necessity of focusing on one’s own career progression, and the duty that managers have to ensure their reports are being built up and supported. Carmelina Piedra is a Certified Career Coach and Facilitator and has been recognized as a Forbes Distinguished Career Coach. She is the founder of CareerCoachingPro, which offers a variety of coaching services to individuals, businesses, and groups. Carmelina is a contributor to Forbes and is a member of the Forbes Coaches Council. Stay Connected & Learn More: Katie Rinkus Carmelina Piedra on LinkedIn Career Coaching Pro The Prinz Law Firm…

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Ep. 30 – The ABCs of Business Entities 30:01

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You’re starting a new venture and it’s time to finally create your business as a formal legal entity, but what kind of entity do you choose: a corporation, an LLC, something else? Business counselors Katie Rinkus and Kristen Prinz decode the major differences among sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and LLCs, providing insight into the benefits and drawbacks of each. Katie and Kristen touch upon how to reduce personal liability, various tax classifications, and the differences among such roles as managers, shareholders, and officers. More than anything, they stress long-term thinking and the benefits of seeking out trusted expertise from a knowledgeable attorney. Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Katie’s blog on the ABCs of Business Entities Katie Rinkus Kristen Prinz The Prinz Law Firm…

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Ep. 29 – How to Avoid Misclassifying Workers 28:56

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Business clients routinely ask our attorneys whether their workers are actual employees or instead function as independent contractors (ICs). Drawing upon their expertise as employment and business lawyers, Katie Rinkus and Poonam Lakhani discuss the differences between employees and ICs, and why it’s so important for businesses to properly classify their workers. Katie and Poonam briefly touch upon the laws and agencies that regulate these distinctions, before moving on to why businesses might prefer to use ICs over regular employees. Then they address the legal and financial risks in misclassifying workers and explain two key “tests” for determining who is an employee or an IC. Whether you’re a business owner or a worker, this episode will help you better determine who counts as an employee or an independent contractor. Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Katie’s post on worker classification Read Poonam’s post on the U.S. DOL’s 2024 Final Rule Poonam Lakhani Katie Rinkus The Prinz Law Firm…

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Ep. 28 – The Current State of Remote Work 35:39

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Business attorney and advisor Katie Rinkus welcomes Corbin Beastrom to the mic to discuss the current reality of remote work. Corbin is founder of Illyrian Group, a fully remote professional search company. But there’s a plot twist: he prefers to work most days in an office setting. Katie probes Corbin’s own professional path and his current approach to work, before they consider whether fully in-person, hybrid, or remote work is best for business and for recruitment. Corbin provides insight into what candidates are looking for in their job search, and whether there are any generational preferences for specific types of work arrangements. Katie and Corbin also touch upon what successful remote companies are doing and top tips for navigating a remote landscape. If you are interested in how trends in work style have evolved over the past few years—and what successful companies need to know to remain successful—tune in! Stay Connected & Learn More: Corbin Beastrom Illyrian Group Katie Rinkus Check out Corbin’s discussion with Katie regarding the FTC non-compete ban…

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Ep. 27 – The WNBA & Pregnancy Discrimination 20:36

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Three-time WNBA All-Star Dearica Hamby has sued the WNBA and her former team, the Las Vegas Aces, for pregnancy discrimination. Shortly after securing the Aces' first WNBA Championship and signing a two-year contract extension with the team, Hamby revealed she was pregnant. Within months of her disclosure, Hamby was told she was being traded and losing certain employment-related benefits. Alleging violations of Title VII and Nevada state law, Hamby has opened discussion about pregnancy and discrimination in women’s professional sports. At the same time, her suit recalls how women’s sports are treated differently from men’s sports, especially when it comes to compensation. Kristin Hendriksen and Amit Bindra discuss Hamby’s case from an employment law perspective, while also touching on broader issues that plague professional sports. Tune in if you’re a sports nerd, an employment law geek, or both! Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Kristin’s blog on Dearica Hamby’s lawsuit Kristin Hendriksen Amit Bindra Connect with Amit on Twitter…

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Ep. 26 – Non-Compete Changes at the State Level 20:41

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While the Federal Trade Commission’s non-compete ban languishes in litigation limbo, various states are continuing to modify their regulation of non-competes. Employment attorneys and business counselors Amit Bindra and Katie Rinkus discuss a variety of recent state-level changes taking place nationwide, from Maine to California. Tune in for a run-down of these developments. Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Amit’s blog post on recent non-compete changes Amit Bindra Connect with Amit on Twitter Katie Rinkus…

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Ep. 25 – Is the NBA Trade Secret Case Valid or an Intentional Foul? 26:06

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In an unusual turn of events, the New York Knicks filed a lawsuit against the Toronto Raptors in August 2023, right before the start of the NBA season. The Knicks alleged theft of confidential and proprietary information after the Raptors hired a former Knicks employee. Now a court has ordered the dispute to go to private arbitration. Amit Bindra and Kristin Hendriksen break down this unique sports episode, explaining what they believe to be the motivations behind filing the lawsuit and how this case differs from most instances of trade secret litigation. They touch upon whether this case holds merit and discuss the pros and cons of using arbitration in such situations. Whether you’re a sports fan or a trade secrets junkie, this episode is for you! Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Amit’s post on the NBA’s trade secret litigation Amit Bindra Connect with Amit on Twitter Kristin Hendriksen…

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Ep. 24 – Courts Disagree Over the FTC Non-Compete Ban (Non-Competes V) 21:54

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) effectively banned non-compete agreements nationwide, a rule set to take effect on September 4, 2024. Yet two federal courts have arrived at opposing conclusions as to whether the FTC has the authority to enact the ban, and one of the courts will only make a definitive ruling in late August, days before the rule is set to become law. What are businesses and employees to do? Employment attorneys and business counselors Amit Bindra and Katie Rinkus explain the FTC’s rule, the disagreement in the courts, and what businesses need to do now to ensure they are compliant if the rule takes effect. They also address what steps individuals might take to avoid the constraints of a non-compete. Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Amit’s recent post on the courts & the FTC ban Read Amit’s 1st post on the FTC ban Visit the FTC’s webpage on the Non-Compete Rule Amit Bindra Connect with Amit on Twitter Katie Rinkus…

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Ep. 23 - What Should Be in an Independent Contractor Agreement? 34:36

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Business attorneys Katie Rinkus and Amit Bindra will tell you all you need to know about independent contractor agreements in this episode. They begin by distinguishing between employees and independent contractors, or “1099” workers, and the dangers of misclassifying workers. Then they dive into the main provisions to be included in a 1099 agreement, explaining key terms along the way, such as “statement of work,” “MSA,” and “indemnification.” This episode will help both hiring companies and contractors ensure that their contracts provide clarity on responsibilities and the necessary legal protections for all parties. Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Katie’s post on 1099 agreements The Prinz Law Firm Amit Bindra Connect with Amit on Twitter Katie Rinkus…

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Ep. 22 – Dom’s, Foxtrot, and The WARN Act 30:23

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Employment attorney Kristin Hendriksen draws on her experience in a past life in restaurant operations to discuss the WARN Act and recent business closures with Matt Tedeschi, an employment paralegal and Marketing Manager at the firm. Kristin and Matt explain what the WARN Act is and why it was passed before discussing the sudden shuttering of all locations of Dom’s and Foxtrot and the termination of all employees. They also touch upon the closure of the Signature Room in Chicago and a lawsuit that recently saw a large settlement for its former workers. Could Dom’s and Foxtrot face the same fate? What should businesses do if they plan on terminating a large number of workers or closing several locations? Kristin and Matt offer their predictions and provide key advice for business owners and management. Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Matt’s blog on Dom’s & Foxtrot Read Matt’s blog on the Signature Room The Prinz Law Firm Kristin Hendriksen Matt Tedeschi…

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Ep. 21 – Did the FTC Just Ban Non-Competes? (Non-Competes IV) 27:27

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In a sweeping action, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently published its final rule on non-competes, effectively banning them completely. Both individuals and businesses are wondering what this means for them currently and in the future. Employment attorneys and business counselors Amit Bindra and Rebecca Chmielewski examine what is likely to happen next and what both employees and employers need to know. Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Amit’s post on the FTC ban The Prinz Law Firm Amit Bindra Connect with Amit on Twitter Rebecca Chmielewski…

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Ep. 20 – What Is a PLLC…and Does My Business Need to Be One? 22:53

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Some states require that certain business entities register as a PLLC (or professional limited liability company) and not simply as an LLC (limited liability company). Business and employment attorneys Katie Rinkus and Rebecca Chmielewski discuss the distinction between LLCs and PLLCs and the requirements for forming a PLLC under Illinois law. They specifically address both how to convert an existing LLC into a PLLC and how to establish a company as a PLLC from the beginning. They also explain the nuts and bolts of filing the necessary documents and the potential penalties that can be levied for not being registered correctly. Tune in to learn all about PLLCs and whether your business needs to be registered as one. Stay Connected & Learn More: Read Katie’s blog post on PLLCs IDFPR’s PLLC page The Prinz Law Firm Katie Rinkus Rebecca Chmielewski…

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Ep. 19 – 10 Essentials When Hiring Your First Employee 36:48

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Employment attorneys and business counselors Katie Rinkus and Poonam Lakhani discuss the top 10 essential things to know or do when hiring your first employee. From how to conduct a background check to when to use a confidentiality agreement or register with state agencies, Katie and Poonam cover the gamut of concerns that business owners encounter when they are finally ready to become employers. Stay Connected & Learn More: The Prinz Law Firm Poonam Lakhani Katie Rinkus Read Katie’s blog post on hiring a new employee…

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