Colleges have alumni associations. Why don't companies? At Braathe Enterprises, we have an alumni association. Any intern who works with us that wishes to stay connected always has a home here; whether it be for career advice, collaborating on a...
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From The Archives: Best Practices in Training Supervisors
Originally published in March 2009:Q: I am currently working with a small corporation and have been given the responsibility in training supervisors. The supervisors are very different in their backgrounds; some with extensive work experience in a leadership role and some...
Managing by Working Around
You've heard about managing by walking around. How about managing by working around? Managing by working around is a concept where you work around the needs of others when it comes to their work schedules and weaknesses to build your...
How can I advance my HR career? by Evelyn Amaro
Once you are established and well into your HR career, your next thoughts most likely center on advancement. Human Resources is continuously evolving to meet the business needs, requirements, and laws that are ever changing. If you want to move...
Consulting Alliance Guest Speakers Provide an Alternate Voice for Your Company or Event
One of the joys of teaching is the ability to access a multi-talented array of speakers in the Capital Region and beyond who are interested in sharing their wealth of experience with students. In addition, it is truly a pleasure...
Murder She Wrote and HR
Few people know I am fueled creatively by my intense hatred for Angela Lansbury due to her portrayal of Jessica Fletcher in "Murder She Wrote". Lansbury and the writers of Murder She Wrote fooled my grandmother and many other unsuspecting...
Saratoga Springs, NY – Free Resume Review and Job Search Advice Thursday 6/16 from 4-7pm
t's that time of year again where it's time to rethink your resume. If you submit your resume to me between now and 7pm on 6/16, I'll share some feedback with you on it for free and get that feedback...
Job Pages on Your Website
What is your job page like on your website? Do you create an atmosphere where people feel like they are valued, even if positions aren't readily available? It may be time to rethink your employment or jobs page. I've visited...
Human Resources Classes from former Disney, Gap and Apple Manager
"I'd rather entertain and hope that people learn, than teach and hope that people are entertained." Walt Disney, one of the inspirations for Braathe Online Education Exceptional Human Resources is an 8 week online class with real-time elements that will...
When Commitments Lack Commitment
The best and most productive people on the planet are the ones who under promise and over deliver. Nothing irritates people more when people say they are going to do things, say they are going to be present, and then...