Do you engage others with questions? Showing interest makes you interesting. Always come armed with good questions. Whether you are in a classroom, workplace, or networking event, the people that ask the best questions get the best answers/...
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How Has Technology Changed Human Resources?
Created by: Erin Zimmermann
Technological advances have become a very major part of our society. For instance, it isn't a stretch to say social media has modified or completely changed the corporate world. When looking at the corporate world, Human Resources is one...
Freelancing, the New Workforce?
By: Erin Meuleners
By: Erin Meuleners A freelance worker is a person that is commonly self-employed and not committed to any long-term employer. They are usually represented by a temp agency and often work from home. Another term that could be used is...
Workplace Negativity
By: Erin Meuleners
By: Erin Meuleners Negativity has many effects on employees, but the biggest problem you face is that it ruins morale and with that affects productivity, sick days, and turnover rate (Richards). In human resources it is imperative that you...
8 Questions to Avoid Asking in an Interview
Prepared by: Erin Zimmermann
Interviews definitely make people nervous, but in my eyes the hardest part is at the end when the interviewer asks, "Do you have any questions?" It is here you try to think of something to say, and you must be...
10 Myths About the Workplace You Should Know
Prepared by: Erin Zimmermann
We all share and pass around common beliefs on the workforce, but not all the things you hear are true. In fact, sometimes your facts are coming from those who have little experience themselves. It isn't surprising that some myths...
Technology and the Job Interview
By Keely T.
Interviewing has changed a lot thanks to modern technology. Luckily, this benefits HR professionals making the recruiting and interview process a lot easier. In the article, Technology and the Job Interview: The Future is Here by Katherine Woods, Woods...
Creating a Cohesive Climate in the Workplace
Whitney Moore, MBA, HRM - Braathe Enterprises Human Resources Intern
Let's find ways to work together in the workplace Creating a cohesive environment allows for a sense of belonging, trust, and respect from your peers It is important for every individual contributor of the workplace to bring a professional and...
M Stands for Marketing
By Keely T.
I thought since it's the beginning of March, I would focus on Marketing which is another important aspect to having a great business or product. There is a lot more to a marketing strategy than just creating a few...