Glossary W
W-2 form
A tax form that reports an employee’s annual wages and taxes withheld.
Wage and hour laws
Laws that regulate the payment of wages and hours worked by employees.
Wage and hour laws for final paychecks
Laws that regulate the payment of final paychecks to employees.
Well-wishes
Expressions of goodwill and best wishes in a resignation letter.
Whistleblower protection
The protection of whistleblowers from retaliation.
Whistleblower protection laws
Laws that protect whistleblowers from retaliation.
Whistleblowing
The act of reporting illegal or unethical behavior in a company.
Witness signatures
Signatures of witnesses to a resignation letter.
Work burnout
A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress at work.
Work environment
The physical and social conditions in which employees work.
Work environment assessment
The evaluation of a company’s work environment.
Work experience
The skills and knowledge gained from previous employment that may be relevant to a resignation letter.
Workforce diversity and inclusion assessment
The evaluation of a company’s diversity and inclusion practices.
Workforce management
The process of managing and organizing employees in a company.
Workforce planning
The process of identifying and addressing current and future workforce needs to achieve organizational goals.
Workforce Turnover
The rate at which employees leave and are replaced within a company.
Work from home
The ability to work remotely from home.
Working hours and overtime policy
The policies and regulations regarding working hours and overtime pay.
Work-life balance
The balance between an employee’s work and personal life.
Work-life balance considerations
The ability to balance work responsibilities with personal life and well-being.
Work-life balance definition
The concept of balancing work and personal life, which may be a reason for resigning.
Workload
The amount of work assigned to an employee within a specific time frame.
Workload assessment
Evaluation of the amount and complexity of work assigned to employees.
Workload distribution
The allocation of tasks and responsibilities among employees.
Workload management
The process of managing and balancing the amount of work assigned to employees.
Workload management techniques
Strategies for managing and prioritizing tasks to avoid overload and burnout.
Work overload
The excessive amount of work or tasks assigned to an employee, leading to stress and burnout.
Workplace
The physical location where an employee performs their job duties.
Workplace accommodations
Adjustments made to the workplace or job duties to accommodate employees with disabilities or other needs.
Workplace communication
The exchange of information and ideas between employees and management.
Workplace communication evaluation
Assessment of the effectiveness of communication within a workplace.
Workplace conflict resolution
Strategies for resolving conflicts between employees or between employees and management.
Workplace culture
The overall atmosphere and attitudes of a workplace.
Workplace culture and values
The shared beliefs and attitudes that shape the workplace environment.
Workplace culture fit
The degree to which an employee’s values and personality align with the company’s culture.
Workplace culture- Shared values, beliefs, attitudes that shape behavior within the workplace
The shared values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors that shape the work environment and interactions among employees.
Workplace culture that supports work-life balance
A workplace culture that values employees’ personal lives and encourages a healthy work-life balance.
Workplace discrimination protections
Legal protections against discrimination based on race, gender, age, and other characteristics.
Workplace diversity and inclusion
Efforts to create a workplace that values and respects differences in race, gender, and other characteristics.
Workplace environment
Physical and social surroundings in which work is performed.
Workplace ethics
Moral principles and values that guide behavior in the workplace.
Workplace etiquette
Expected behavior and manners in the workplace.
Workplace harassment
Unwelcome behavior that creates a hostile work environment, such as sexual harassment or bullying.
Workplace policies
Rules and guidelines established by an employer for employees to follow.
Workplace policies and procedures
The rules and regulations that govern the workplace and must be followed when resigning.
Workplace privacy laws
Regulations that protect employees’ personal information in the workplace.
Workplace relationships
Interpersonal connections between coworkers or between employees and their supervisors.
Workplace safety concerns for pregnant workers
Specific safety concerns for pregnant employees, such as exposure to harmful chemicals.
Workplace safety considerations
Measures taken to ensure the safety of employees in the workplace.
Workplace stressors
Factors that cause stress in the workplace, such as workload or interpersonal conflicts.
Writing style
The manner in which a resignation letter is written, including tone and language used.
Wrongful termination
Unlawful firing of an employee, often due to discrimination or retaliation.
Wrongful termination claims
Legal claims made by an employee who believes they were fired illegally or unfairly.