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Category Archives: HR Stuff
How is “Obamacare” impacting your organization?
I’m sure everyone by now is inundated with all the hype around the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (aka Obamacare). From a patient perspective, some of the things that have changed have been good. But what about from a … Continue reading
The Value of HR
This is an excerpt from a conversation I had with a friend of mine over some beers after work one day. Me, “So let me get this straight. Your company does over $100m in sales, with over 250 full-time employees, … Continue reading
Posted in HR Stuff, You've got to be kidding me!
Tagged Business, Company, Employment, Human resources, Organization, Recruitment
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Breaking Into a Tight Team
I’ve seen it dozens of times. You’re the new kid on the block hired to work with an established team and you’re feeling a little like a fifth wheel. You’ve tried diving into conversations, sharing your after work activities, and … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for the Job Seeker, HR Stuff
Tagged employee relations, Human resources, office politics, Team building, teams, Work
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Before You Hit Send, Proofread That Document!
Communication is a crucial skill, yet it still amazes me how something as little as proofreading can elude the most well versed individuals. Let me give you a couple of examples. A client of mine wanted to use a new … Continue reading
Sometimes You Just Need A Change
I am truly blessed. I’ve had a wonderful career in the staffing industry for over 18 years. Eleven of those years have been with the same great company. Sometimes, when you are in a position too long, you start to … Continue reading
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Tagged Business, Employment, Human resources, Limited liability company, Recruiter, Recruitment
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I-9: How a Letter and A Number Can Frighten Anyone
What is it about I-9’s that has us so freaked out? If you don’t believe me, mention it to an HR professional and follow it up with the word, “audit” and watch their facial expressions. With some, it’s enough to … Continue reading