The modern workforce now spans five generations, a situation that is causing tension and disconnect among some workers, especially regarding perspectives on social issues, Yuki Noguchi writes. Consultant Meagan Johnson says older workers can help tackle this problem by letting go of their egos and making room for new leaders rising from the younger ranks.

Florida state Rep. Tina Polsky has proposed legislation that would make it illegal to fire or demote employees who use medical marijuana. The bill would not apply to workers in safety-sensitive jobs, including firefighters, drivers and people who work with children.

Organizations must address the behavior of bad managers or risk losing employees, writes Elaine Varelas of Keystone Partners. Leadership coaching, setting clear expectations and identifying what's appropriate -- and inappropriate -- treatment of colleagues are some ways employers can help change manager performance, Varelas notes.

Companies that are pet-friendly may help increase recruitment and retention and boost employee well-being by reducing stress. Mars Petcare has a dog-friendly headquarters that includes a Wi-Fi enabled dog park, water stations for pets in coffee bars, pet-friendly furniture, and acres of green space and walking paths.

Salesforce is a leader in pay equality and workforce diversity not just because of CEO Marc Benioff but because the employees as a whole sought change, says former Chief People Officer Cindy Robbins. "They should come together as a team and say, 'Hey, we should be looking at diversity more' or 'We should be looking at women in the workplace more,' " she says.