5 “Nevers” for Human Resources
May 1, 2012
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“never use the words synergy and task force in the same sentence” “never use the phrase ‘that’s not the way we do things around here’”
First Strike is Deadly
April 30, 2012
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Have you ever said something, and just as those words were leaving your mouth, you knew you’d made a mistake? It’s not easy to take
Under Construction
April 26, 2012
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How often do you examine your own leadership style? For me, it’s not nearly enough. I try to involve the talented people around me in the decisions
The Thing That Should Not Be
April 25, 2012
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Butterflies. Sweaty palms. Feeling lightheaded. No, you’re not in love. You’re about to have your annual performance review. Same Old Complaint?Much has been written about the
Replica
April 24, 2012
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I love the idea of role models. People to look up to, admire, emulate. Many of us have them whether we realize it or not: family members,
What Are You Going To Do?
April 23, 2012
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I’m busy too…not enough hours in the day…big to-do list…blah, blah, blah. Decide what you’re going to do with your time. I’d love to hear
Altar of Sacrifice
April 19, 2012
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Human Resources pros are often put in an awkward position. When we’re truly committed to making our organizations better, to supporting the people on the
Relationships and Going Social
April 18, 2012
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This is another post in the NoFearHR project between Mike Vandervort and myself. Mike, I think we’ve done a good job thus far in differentiating
First World Problems
April 16, 2012
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“No free Wi-Fi here?”“I was stuck in traffic, but at least I had satellite radio.”“What do you mean my smart phone froze up?”“The grocery store
Socially Unacceptable
April 12, 2012
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Social media is a powerful tool. It is changing how we communicate with each other; it is changing how business gets done; and it is changing how repressed