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  • Interview Tip: Be Able to Do the Job

    This year I’ve had to don my recruiting hat more and more often, and I am astounded by the number of people who apply with absolutely no experience in the specific job, despite a specific set of required skills. However, I think it’s even worse when I receive a resume that lists those skills and…

  • Send This to Your Managers Today

    [Your staff] need to be better because you are there, not the other way around. Last week I was reading something and ran across this amazing comment for managers. It’s short. It’s to the point. And it is a sorely needed reminder for many managers about their responsibilities to their people. Duh. Yes, you get…

  • Managing Your First Employee

    I started with Google. I was searching about managing my first employee, because I was about to have the chance. Finding info about managing your first employee shouldn’t be that hard, right? But most of the results had to do with entrepreneurs hiring their first staff member, and there was very little to do with…

  • Getting into HR? This Carnival’s For You

    This HR Carnival is focused on those getting into HR. The HR Carnival is a great opportunity to harness the brains of multiple people for a common purpose. This one is no different. For this edition, I asked each person to contribute an article that touches on some of the key skills, insights, and abilities…

  • The Buddy System (#HRevolution 2013)

    Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you probably know that HRevolution 2013 is coming. The agenda is out. We have some great things planned. But some of you still don’t understand what the whole thing is about. I’ll admit–it’s slightly unnerving. We promote this thing as a participatory event. It’s not just another opportunity…

  • Rural Recruiting-The World You Don’t See

    Me: So I have this great position that you are perfect for. The pay is solid, benefits are outstanding, and we think you’re the right guy for the job. Anonymous candidate: Sounds great! Where is the job located? I’d definitely be interested. Me: It’s actually in [remote location near a small Army base]. Candidate: Oh,…

  • Happy Workers: Perception, Psychology, and Reality

    I know, many of you are thinking, “Happy workers? I just want them to come to work and be productive!” Don’t worry, I think today’s discussion will be helpful for you as well. I spend an inordinate amount of time trying to determine how to make our people happier. Sometimes that comes in the form…

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