When I returned to Connecticut after my time with Disney, I encountered quite a bit of culture shock upon my return. Although I had grown up, worked in management, and spent several years away from where I grew up, those...
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Retail Options
I had the pleasure of having Ted Potrikus from the Retail Council speak to my Retailing class yesterday. He enlightened my students on just how many opportunities there are in retail beyond the store manager/salesperson type roles. Sharing many stories...
HR and Baseball – Johnny Damon
Johnny Damon, former left fielder for the New York Yankees, asked for 2 years for $20 million to return to the Yankees when he became a free agent (or, according to some reports, he asked for 3 years and $30...
The Floating Holiday
One of the best practices I've seen in many companies is the concept of the floating holiday. On a day like President's Day, many people choose to work rather than take the day off, and have the option of using...
It Pays to Get “Their” Early
On a recent client visit, I arrived a few minutes early and met a new client in the process. He was doing some work on my client's home and mentioned he had been looking for someone to take a look...
Birthday Rememberance
One of the easiest ways to recognize your staff is to remember their birthday. A simple note or email acknowledging their birthday can make a lasting impression. One employer in Florida that I know of actually sends a handwritten note...
The Human Element in Computer Training
Computer based training is becoming more of the norm in human resources as more organizations move to an asychronous training strategy vs. face to face synchronous learning. There are many factors to consider when it comes to computer based training,...
Moonlighting and Adding Supplemental Income
Last time, I talked about ways to earn extra income at work through new responsibilities and volunteering to work overtime. Today, I'd like to share with you some ideas on how to "moonlight" or add supplemental income without affecting your...
Praises without Raises
Q: I work in retail, and I can't seem to get a raise out of my employer, no matter what I try. They tell me I am a hard worker and they make me feel valued, but it isn't showing...
Applying for Jobs before Graduation
Q: I'm graduating in May, and have applied for many companies I hope to work for over winter break. A few companies have told me to wait until April to apply, while others have asked me to apply now. What...