upstartHR

Author: Ben

  • What Are We Learning?

    Why are we learning old knowledge in old ways when we’re going to apply for jobs requiring innovative thinking and new methods?  I’m not bashing my professors.  They were all very knowledgeable, and I learned much from them.  They all had experience in the private sector, but none had worked in industry for years. My…

  • 3 Retention Strategies that Didn't Make the Cut

    In the spirit of the great XKCD comics, make sure to mouse over for the Alt Text. Otherwise you miss the fun. :-)

  • Studying for the HR Certification Exam

    I love having the opportunity to help people who are studying for the HR certification exam. It’s something that allows me to use my knowledge and love of teaching to help others. Definitely a fun way to spend some time! I don’t know if any of you realize it, but I got started in writing…

  • Shirts are fun…

        I love shirts with a snappy line or image.  Sure, in recent years, people have taken to wearing shirts that make them look ridiculous, but a good one will always make you laugh the first time you see it.  With that thought in mind, I spent some time this weekend putting together some…

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  • A Confession about UpstartHR

    This thing still has that new blog smell we all love so much, and I already feel like I need to pull a skeleton from the closet.  My confession may cause a spit take, so put down your cup. Up until 24 hours ago, I had no idea what I wanted this blog to stand for. …

  • Start Out With a Bang

    My first post is going to be a useful one.  I just completed the first UpstartHR free resource-the PHR Study Guide.  Actually, I had written it a while back, but I have updated it somewhat, added some helpful links, and created a portable document that could be passed out freely to others looking to take…