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,...
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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...
Wal-Mart and Farming Out Work
Several news outlets reported this week that Wal-Mart was letting go of 12,000 workers in its Sam's Club division.Reading deeper into this story, it became clear that most (if not all) of these workers were part-time and/or were in-store product...
Grace Wherever I Go
One of my best employees ever was named Grace. She had a strong work ethic and a great customer service focus. After I left for a new opportunity in a different department, I let Grace know if she ever wanted...
iPhones and Macs for Business Workshop – HR and Other Programs
I'll be presenting a workshop at Tech II in Saratoga Springs on Tuesday March 23rd. At this workshop, I'll be presenting some of the latest and greatest apps and programs for the Mac and iPhone to work with your business.There...
The Tonight Show, NBC, Conan and Leno, and HR
This past week's announcement that The Jay Leno Show has been cancelled and that NBC is trying to keep all three of its late night hosts happy has the potential to be an HR lesson we all can learn from.A...
HR in Baseball – The “Rule 5” Draft
In baseball, the Rule 5 draft allows teams to pick up players from other teams who have high potential but aren't getting the opportunity. Wikipedia states that "The Rule 5 draft aims to prevent teams from stockpiling too many young...
Certifications and Credentials
In talking with several members of the local community, a common theme emerged around certifications and credentials; they are becoming even more valuable than ever before.Once you finish a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD program, education doesn't have to end. Many...
Inner Conceit in Interviews
I interviewed in mock interviews several soon to be graduates of Skidmore College. All of them possessed a trait I look for in any viable candidate - inner conceit.What is inner conceit? It is knowing you can do the job....
Certifications and Credentials in Human Resources and more
Today, I proctored the NRAEF Human Resources Management and Supervision exam for my students in Human Resources II at SUNY Delhi @ SCCC. After 10 weeks of class, the students in this course at my college take receive a certificate...