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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. Was this networking or a date request? It’s too late to act on anything now, but I’m hoping that you can provide some clarity regarding a professional incident that I encountered about a year ago. MORE
It's 2020, which means it's an election year. Of course, there's more going on in 2020 than just an election - pandemic, resulting economic struggles, social movements and unrest, etc. MORE
If you’re trying to decide what career to pursue, you have a lot of options to choose from. It can be hard to pick one job and there are many different factors to consider. One of the most important factors to think about is how dangerous the field is. MORE
A reader writes: I am a manager of an entry-level employee who share with another manager. Our shared employee, let’s call her “Jane,” is terrific — a hard worker, very smart, quick, and organized. MORE
You've seen this talent story before. There's an established star at your company. He/she has been widely recognized as the best, the industry/company standard, the go-to person. Their run of performance has been impressive and it looks like it will never end. MORE
“Respect science. Respect nature. Respect each other. That is all we need to do.” ” – Tom Friedman. How might we overcome the growing worldwide crisis of the Covid-19 virus? So often our most difficult questions require only the simplest answers. MORE
Best Supply Chain Keywords. Getting your resume noticed and making it past the applicant tracking system can be tough. However, by utilizing certain keywords on your resume, you can ensure that your resume passes the applicant tracking system and lands on the hiring managers desk. MORE
A reader writes: I work for a very large company and am working from home. When I spoke to my manager on the phone recently, she hinted about whether I was watching TV while working. MORE
Is remote working here to stay? While many people have predicted the rise of remote working over recent years, nobody expected it to rocket its way to the forefront as it has during 2020. MORE
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. My boss is forcing me to work full-time while I’m laid off. Covid has hit the tiny company I work for hard. The owner, my boss, has made terrible decisions at every turn, but somehow we were able to keep going. MORE
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The U.S. is slowly beginning to open again, and small business owners are eager to get back to business as usual. Once your state or county has announced that it will allow businesses to reopen, you’ll be faced with a difficult decision that only you can make. MORE
“The bravest things we do in our lives are usually known only to ourselves.”. – Peggy Noonan. You might not have thought about it, but Lady Liberty always stands by herself. The quest to be free, and to help others be free, is first and foremost an internal quest. MORE
Prioritize Your Tasks, Boost Your Productivity. Look on almost any website targeting professionals, entrepreneurs or career development and you find articles on productivity and prioritization. MORE
A reader writes: A little over a year ago, I started to work for a government agency in a very niche field. I started this job straight out of grad school, and there was certainly an adjustment period going from academia to an office job. MORE
Things Nino hates about me: I yell. I’m ungrateful. I threw things when we were married. Things I hate about Nino: That he left. Five years ago. I supported the kids after the divorce, so he’s always had save-the-world jobs that pay almost nothing. MORE
“I felt like a square peg in a round hole.”. Lizzie Green's unhappiness at work was starting to have a negative impact on all areas of her life. But it wasn't until she literally had some sense knocked into her, that she decided to do something about it. MORE
In the United States today, it is our Independence Day, a holiday celebrating the independence from England. You'll hear a lot of talk today about independence and freedom; how we broke away from the tyranny of England's King. MORE
It’s the Thursday “ask the readers” question. A reader writes: I work from home full time (including pre-coronavirus) and am typically very busy and focused all day while I’m working. MORE
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic , companies across sectors have implemented hiring freezes and paused active talent recruitment efforts. MORE
Health-related professions are amongst the best positioned for continued growth and demand, for those that choose to enter this area; it helps to know the top tips to stand out in healthcare fields. MORE
Since lots of people are job-searching right now, here’s a round-up of some of the most key job-searching advice on this site. Resumes and Cover Letters. The first thing to know is, if you’re not getting interviews, you probably need to fix your resume and cover letter. MORE
It’s your Friday good news, with more accounts of success even in this weird time. I recently received a really good result using your advice and wanted to share it with you and other readers. MORE
A reader writes: I have a question about etiquette re: booking meetings and going past the set end of the meeting. I have a coworker, Fergus, who is senior to me, although he and I report to the same boss, and with whom I have a good working relationship. MORE
luxury hotel pool and summer vacation Photo by Engin Akyurt. Yesterday, Brenda Neckvatal and I talked about vacation and PTO usage on The Real HR Show. MORE
Big banks are taking inspiration from government intelligence agencies when it comes to combating cybersecurity threats as command centers become the standard, according to Bill Stewart, partner at fintech consultancy Capco. “If If you’re a large [financial institution], for sure you have it. MORE
Let's say you're a rising star with a lot of potential, but a few things to work out. Your company finds you an executive coach, makes the introduction and pays the bills. You probably need to be wary of who the coach works for. MORE
A reader writes: I am in HR and one of my employees, “Brenda,” is a sweet, kind, sensitive, empathetic soul – she wears her heart on her sleeve. To know Brenda is to love her, and she is adored by everyone in the organization. A self-described empath, she cries easily and is a feeler’s feeler. MORE
Putting together an online version of our BOSS Training (Compensation Module) for a client this week, and while our training on the topic is great, there's no question a fully functioning manager or people has to be really knowledgeable on the comp front to successfully answer all tough questions they're going to face. What questions, you ask? MORE
While many businesses–and, yes, entire industries even–have suffered as a result of the Coronavirus crisis , some companies have managed to thrive in this moment. MORE
Business success today depends on understanding what market trends are most prominent, what your customers need and what types of competitive strategies are the most effective. After all, there's nothing worse than spending precious resources launching a new product or service that ultimately flops in the marketplace. Fortunately, advancing technology makes it possible to conduct competitive market research more rapidly than in the past. MORE
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics – why is it the world of men? Truth is, we need more girls in STEM! Worldwide, STEM jobs are dominated by men, but this is not because they are better! MORE
Pros and Cons of a Career in Radiology. Clinical radiologists are one of the most in demand jobs. As a radiologist, you’ll be responsible for reporting on imaging procedures which are used in diagnosing medical conditions. MORE
Tips for Setting Up a Job Fair Booth. Job fairs give students and recent graduates a great opportunity to meet with local businesses and employers. MORE
There's no doubt that things have shifted dramatically as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, leaders are asking themselves hard questions. What does the next "normal" look like for them? And, how can they successfully implement new aspects of their culture into this new normal? MORE
Best Job Search Apps for 2021. Although 2020 isn’t yet over, it may be a good time to begin looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it brings. With 2020 being dominated by news of the coronavirus pandemic, 2021 will surely be a better and more productive year for us all. MORE
A career in nursing is a highly respected career option. Saving lives and caring for a wide range of patients. If you are thinking about embarking on this exciting career, here are a number of perks that come with a career in nursing. Shortages. MORE
Ms. Career Girl
JULY 8, 2020
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics – why is it the world of men? Truth is, we need more girls in STEM! Worldwide, STEM jobs are dominated by men, but this is not because they are better!
Evil HR Lady
JULY 8, 2020
luxury hotel pool and summer vacation Photo by Engin Akyurt. Yesterday, Brenda Neckvatal and I talked about vacation and PTO usage on The Real HR Show.
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Sklover Working Wisdom
JULY 6, 2020
“Respect science. Respect nature. Respect each other. That is all we need to do.” ” – Tom Friedman. How might we overcome the growing worldwide crisis of the Covid-19 virus? So often our most difficult questions require only the simplest answers.
Cube Rules
JULY 4, 2020
In the United States today, it is our Independence Day, a holiday celebrating the independence from England. You'll hear a lot of talk today about independence and freedom; how we broke away from the tyranny of England's King.
Ms. Career Girl
JULY 6, 2020
Prioritize Your Tasks, Boost Your Productivity. Look on almost any website targeting professionals, entrepreneurs or career development and you find articles on productivity and prioritization.
Evil HR Lady
JULY 6, 2020
Photo by Flo Dahm.
Sklover Working Wisdom
JULY 4, 2020
“The bravest things we do in our lives are usually known only to ourselves.”. – Peggy Noonan. You might not have thought about it, but Lady Liberty always stands by herself. The quest to be free, and to help others be free, is first and foremost an internal quest.
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Ms. Career Girl
JULY 7, 2020
The U.S. is slowly beginning to open again, and small business owners are eager to get back to business as usual. Once your state or county has announced that it will allow businesses to reopen, you’ll be faced with a difficult decision that only you can make.
Evil HR Lady
JULY 10, 2020
While many businesses–and, yes, entire industries even–have suffered as a result of the Coronavirus crisis , some companies have managed to thrive in this moment.
Career Shifters
JULY 7, 2020
“I felt like a square peg in a round hole.”. Lizzie Green's unhappiness at work was starting to have a negative impact on all areas of her life. But it wasn't until she literally had some sense knocked into her, that she decided to do something about it.
Jobacle
JULY 6, 2020
If you’re trying to decide what career to pursue, you have a lot of options to choose from. It can be hard to pick one job and there are many different factors to consider. One of the most important factors to think about is how dangerous the field is.
Workology
JULY 9, 2020
Big banks are taking inspiration from government intelligence agencies when it comes to combating cybersecurity threats as command centers become the standard, according to Bill Stewart, partner at fintech consultancy Capco. “If If you’re a large [financial institution], for sure you have it.
Evil HR Lady
JULY 9, 2020
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic , companies across sectors have implemented hiring freezes and paused active talent recruitment efforts.
Ask A Manager
JULY 8, 2020
Since lots of people are job-searching right now, here’s a round-up of some of the most key job-searching advice on this site. Resumes and Cover Letters. The first thing to know is, if you’re not getting interviews, you probably need to fix your resume and cover letter.
HR Capitalist
JULY 9, 2020
You've seen this talent story before. There's an established star at your company. He/she has been widely recognized as the best, the industry/company standard, the go-to person. Their run of performance has been impressive and it looks like it will never end.
The Undercover Recruiter
JULY 8, 2020
Is remote working here to stay? While many people have predicted the rise of remote working over recent years, nobody expected it to rocket its way to the forefront as it has during 2020.
Evil HR Lady
JULY 7, 2020
The post The Real HR Show: Stacking & Racking PTO–Avoid the Burnout appeared first on Evil HR Lady
Ask A Manager
JULY 9, 2020
It’s the Thursday “ask the readers” question. A reader writes: I work from home full time (including pre-coronavirus) and am typically very busy and focused all day while I’m working.
HR Capitalist
JULY 7, 2020
Let's say you're a rising star with a lot of potential, but a few things to work out. Your company finds you an executive coach, makes the introduction and pays the bills. You probably need to be wary of who the coach works for.
The Corporate Con/noisseur
JULY 9, 2020
Best Job Search Apps for 2021. Although 2020 isn’t yet over, it may be a good time to begin looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it brings. With 2020 being dominated by news of the coronavirus pandemic, 2021 will surely be a better and more productive year for us all.
Penelope Trunk
JULY 5, 2020
Things Nino hates about me: I yell. I’m ungrateful. I threw things when we were married. Things I hate about Nino: That he left. Five years ago. I supported the kids after the divorce, so he’s always had save-the-world jobs that pay almost nothing.
Ask A Manager
JULY 7, 2020
A reader writes: I am in HR and one of my employees, “Brenda,” is a sweet, kind, sensitive, empathetic soul – she wears her heart on her sleeve. To know Brenda is to love her, and she is adored by everyone in the organization. A self-described empath, she cries easily and is a feeler’s feeler.
HR Capitalist
JULY 8, 2020
Putting together an online version of our BOSS Training (Compensation Module) for a client this week, and while our training on the topic is great, there's no question a fully functioning manager or people has to be really knowledgeable on the comp front to successfully answer all tough questions they're going to face. What questions, you ask?
The Corporate Con/noisseur
JULY 7, 2020
Pros and Cons of a Career in Radiology. Clinical radiologists are one of the most in demand jobs. As a radiologist, you’ll be responsible for reporting on imaging procedures which are used in diagnosing medical conditions.
Career Realism
JULY 10, 2020
There's no doubt that things have shifted dramatically as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, leaders are asking themselves hard questions. What does the next "normal" look like for them? And, how can they successfully implement new aspects of their culture into this new normal?
Ask A Manager
JULY 8, 2020
A reader writes: I am a manager of an entry-level employee who share with another manager. Our shared employee, let’s call her “Jane,” is terrific — a hard worker, very smart, quick, and organized.
HR Capitalist
JULY 6, 2020
It's 2020, which means it's an election year. Of course, there's more going on in 2020 than just an election - pandemic, resulting economic struggles, social movements and unrest, etc.
The Corporate Con/noisseur
JULY 7, 2020
Tips for Setting Up a Job Fair Booth. Job fairs give students and recent graduates a great opportunity to meet with local businesses and employers.
Corn on the Job
JULY 10, 2020
A career in nursing is a highly respected career option. Saving lives and caring for a wide range of patients. If you are thinking about embarking on this exciting career, here are a number of perks that come with a career in nursing. Shortages.
Ask A Manager
JULY 6, 2020
A reader writes: I work for a very large company and am working from home. When I spoke to my manager on the phone recently, she hinted about whether I was watching TV while working.
Water Cooler Wisdom
JULY 6, 2020
Business success today depends on understanding what market trends are most prominent, what your customers need and what types of competitive strategies are the most effective. After all, there's nothing worse than spending precious resources launching a new product or service that ultimately flops in the marketplace. Fortunately, advancing technology makes it possible to conduct competitive market research more rapidly than in the past.
The Corporate Con/noisseur
JULY 7, 2020
Best Supply Chain Keywords. Getting your resume noticed and making it past the applicant tracking system can be tough. However, by utilizing certain keywords on your resume, you can ensure that your resume passes the applicant tracking system and lands on the hiring managers desk.
Ask A Manager
JULY 9, 2020
A reader writes: A little over a year ago, I started to work for a government agency in a very niche field. I started this job straight out of grad school, and there was certainly an adjustment period going from academia to an office job.
Ask A Manager
JULY 8, 2020
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. Was this networking or a date request? It’s too late to act on anything now, but I’m hoping that you can provide some clarity regarding a professional incident that I encountered about a year ago.
Ask A Manager
JULY 6, 2020
A reader writes: I have a question about etiquette re: booking meetings and going past the set end of the meeting. I have a coworker, Fergus, who is senior to me, although he and I report to the same boss, and with whom I have a good working relationship.
Ask A Manager
JULY 9, 2020
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. My boss is forcing me to work full-time while I’m laid off. Covid has hit the tiny company I work for hard. The owner, my boss, has made terrible decisions at every turn, but somehow we were able to keep going.
Ask A Manager
JULY 10, 2020
It’s your Friday good news, with more accounts of success even in this weird time. I recently received a really good result using your advice and wanted to share it with you and other readers.
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