CYA Files Resources
Guidance for keeping a clear record of your work experiences.
Practical articles, checklists, and perspective to help you document what matters—before you need it.
What Makes a Well-Documented Story?
A well-documented workplace story is timely, detailed, and easy to follow. Learn what details to capture so you can create a clearer record of what happened while it's still fresh.
Workplace Documentation Checklist: What Details Should I Capture?
Use the workplace documentation checklist to help capture the people, conversations, context, sequence of events, concerns, and other details you may want to remember later.
What Should I Document at Work?
What should you document at work? Learn why difficult workplace experiences, accomplishments, recognition, and career milestones can all be worth keeping in your own record.
How Do I Document a Hostile Work Environment?
A hostile work environment has a specific legal meaning. Learn what can meet that standard, what may not, and how to document what is happening while the details are still fresh.