http://humanresources.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com Human Resources GuideSite. http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hi http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2009-07-01T02:33:02Z Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:33:02 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/07/02/ice_breaker.htm I remember the days when I purchased every ice breaker book on the market. I spent hours looking for an ice breaker that would fit the needs of my upcoming... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/07/02/ice_breaker.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:45:20 +0000 2009-07-02T18:45:20Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/07/01/shrm-from-new-orleans.htm Interested in what's happening at the the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) conference this week? I confess, I haven’t attended an HR conference in a few years although I... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/07/01/shrm-from-new-orleans.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:33:02 +0000 2009-07-01T02:33:02Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/29/transition-hr.htm I’ve promised an article about how to transition into the field of Human Resource Management for a long time. In fact, questions about how to get into HR are among... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/29/transition-hr.htm Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:40:07 +0000 2009-06-29T12:40:07Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/28/stevie-awards-in-hr.htm The Human Resources winners at The 7th Annual American Business Awards are: Human Resources Team of the Year: Air National Guard Recruiting and Retention Program (Arlington, VA) Human Resources Executive... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/28/stevie-awards-in-hr.htm Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:38:24 +0000 2009-06-28T09:38:24Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/27/employee-turnover-looms.htm According to research* by Harris Interactive on behalf of the Adecco Group, the most serious threat to organizations in this recession may be the recession's end. A company’s... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/27/employee-turnover-looms.htm Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:44:49 +0000 2009-06-27T12:44:49Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/25/success-hiring-employees.htm With the economic downturn we are experiencing and the high unemployment rates, it’s easy to begin thinking that no one is hiring employees. This couldn’t be further from the truth.... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/25/success-hiring-employees.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:40:23 +0000 2009-06-25T12:40:23Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/24/find-employees-using-simply-hired.htm Have you ever wondered what differentiates all the job search sites and job search engines from each other? How can an employer figure out which options are the best for... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/24/find-employees-using-simply-hired.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:42:14 +0000 2009-06-24T15:42:14Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/23/work-life-balance-ignore-at-your-peril.htm Today’s new article recognizes the most significant component of our June celebration of Professional Wellness Month: work-life balance. This topic has consumed my writing for several weeks because it is... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/23/work-life-balance-ignore-at-your-peril.htm Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:54:42 +0000 2009-06-23T19:54:42Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/22/service-is-reason.htm Every organization that is committed to continuous improvement will periodically reorganize functions and departments to better serve customers. These reorganizations can radically change the company organization chart, reporting relationships, and... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/22/service-is-reason.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:28:58 +0000 2009-06-22T17:28:58Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/20/human-resources-samples.htm Some of your favorite content on the site involves samples and forms that you can use in your workplace. Here are some of the forms, definitions, and samples you may... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/20/human-resources-samples.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 13:39:56 +0000 2009-06-20T13:39:56Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/19/managing-millennials-2.htm Having a company with young employees means that an employee or an employee's spouse is almost always pregnant. Indeed, there are usually multiple babies on the way. We have even... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/19/managing-millennials-2.htm Fri, 19 Jun 2009 02:21:19 +0000 2009-06-19T02:21:19Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/17/girl-scouts-get-it.htm The Girl Scouts of the USA contacted me awhile back to ask about using some of the concepts I developed in my approach to the meaning of traditional SMART... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/17/girl-scouts-get-it.htm Wed, 17 Jun 2009 04:45:44 +0000 2009-06-17T04:45:44Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/16/management-training-matters.htm Management development is one of the critical tasks organizations face and management training claases are one option. Not everyone has the luxury of a local consultant who knows your staff... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/16/management-training-matters.htm Tue, 16 Jun 2009 17:41:14 +0000 2009-06-16T17:41:14Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/15/fantasy-and-tales-of-wonder.htm Recently, I’ve watched a lot of fantasy on television. Penelope (compare prices), was born with a pig’s snout instead of a nose, conquered the curse that malformed her, and ended... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/15/fantasy-and-tales-of-wonder.htm Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:48:56 +0000 2009-06-15T16:48:56Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/13/prevent-swine-flu-work.htm On Thursday, June 11, the World Health Organization raised the worldwide pandemic alert to Phase 6 in reaction to the spread of swine flu (Influenza A virus, H1N1). Swine flu... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/13/prevent-swine-flu-work.htm Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:10:40 +0000 2009-06-13T14:10:40Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/12/new-hr-carnival.htm The Carnival of Human Resources is online at Rowan Manahan's Fortify Your Oasis. (Rowan brings us whit and wimsey from Dublin, Ireland.) A Carnival, in case you are unfamiliar with... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/12/new-hr-carnival.htm Fri, 12 Jun 2009 09:53:04 +0000 2009-06-12T09:53:04Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/10/afford-cobra.htm With unemployment levels high, more and more people are eligible to sign up for COBRA. However, a study by Spencer’s Benefits Reports, a research service for employee benefits plan administrators... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/10/afford-cobra.htm Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:04:25 +0000 2009-06-10T17:04:25Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/09/achieve-life-balance.htm When you talk about work and life balance, one of the most popular employee benefits is a flexible work schedule. Employees appreciate the opportunity to more effectively manage their life... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/09/achieve-life-balance.htm Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:00:46 +0000 2009-06-09T13:00:46Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/08/your-favorite-interview-questions.htm I'm a proponent of behavioral interview questions because they elicit information about how your potential employee has behaved in like situations in the past. These questions are stronger and less... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/08/your-favorite-interview-questions.htm Mon, 08 Jun 2009 12:28:56 +0000 2009-06-08T12:28:56Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/06/hose-tradition.htm About.com’s Alison Doyle asked a question at her job search site that intrigued me. Turns out that young people don’t wear hose or panty hose – ever. ... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/06/hose-tradition.htm Sat, 06 Jun 2009 15:16:14 +0000 2009-06-06T15:16:14Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/05/play-well-with-others-3.htm Recently, I talked about the importance of employees understanding the overall goals of the company. Today, I’d like to highlight another factor that is critical to company success. You need... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/05/play-well-with-others-3.htm Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:49:05 +0000 2009-06-05T03:49:05Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/04/family-friendly-flexible-work-schedules.htm Advantages for employers and employees exist when the employer allows employees to work flexible schedules. Advantages of Flexible Work Schedules for Employees With flexible work schedules, employees experience these benefits: Flexibility to... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/04/family-friendly-flexible-work-schedules.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:29:11 +0000 2009-06-04T18:29:11Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/02/nobody-listens-to-hr.htm Readers periodically ask questions that have universal applicability. Please respond to this reader in "comments" below. Reader Question: "Hello Susan, "I have been receiving e-mails from your site for quite a few months... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/02/nobody-listens-to-hr.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:28:48 +0000 2009-06-02T14:28:48Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/01/strategic-planning-day.htm Today and tomorrow, I am participating in strategic planning for our company. This is a particularly challenging year and environment for business. I cannot emphasize this enough. The current business... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/06/01/strategic-planning-day.htm Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:30:05 +0000 2009-06-01T03:30:05Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/31/creative-training-for-tough-times.htm During a time when employers are hesitant to hire except for critical positions, training and developing the employees you have becomes even more important. No matter the economic times, you... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/31/creative-training-for-tough-times.htm Sun, 31 May 2009 14:52:30 +0000 2009-05-31T14:52:30Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/29/reader-answers.htm Many of you have noticed and responded in our new Reader Response opportunities. They’re a great way to share what you know and learn from others. They are making my... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/29/reader-answers.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 09:00:28 +0000 2009-05-29T09:00:28Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/28/employee-empowerment-challenges.htm Today's newsletter prompted my thoughts about employee empowerment, a strategy and value that I support. I've sought ideas for effective implementation my entire consulting career. In my core beliefs, when... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/28/employee-empowerment-challenges.htm Thu, 28 May 2009 01:18:35 +0000 2009-05-28T01:18:35Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/27/258761.htm Work dress code and image collection galleries are popular on the site, so I've added another to the collection. The newest photo gallery shows appropriate attire for a casual work... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/27/258761.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 08:00:59 +0000 2009-05-27T08:00:59Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/26/intolerable-boss.htm If you have ideas for this reader, please reply in "comments" below. Reader Question: Dear Susan, I work for a small business owner. The owner is going through a divorce... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/26/intolerable-boss.htm Tue, 26 May 2009 02:42:33 +0000 2009-05-26T02:42:33Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/25/they-died-so-we-live-free.htm Know the meaning of Memorial Day? Memorial Day is the opportunity to remember and honor "military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/25/they-died-so-we-live-free.htm Mon, 25 May 2009 10:25:14 +0000 2009-05-25T10:25:14Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/23/idols-not-about-the-singing.htm I’m a fan of American Idol. (Yes, guilty secret and my husband would be thrilled to turn off the TV for every performance past the initial auditions which are often... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/23/idols-not-about-the-singing.htm Sat, 23 May 2009 09:31:12 +0000 2009-05-23T09:31:12Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/21/paid-vacation-act.htm I'm an employer and I rue the days when Congress involves itself in the relationship between employers and employees. (Anyone remember pre-FMLA days when an employer could provide as much... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/21/paid-vacation-act.htm Thu, 21 May 2009 19:23:54 +0000 2009-05-21T19:23:54Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/20/stumbled-upon.htm Researching a potential book this week, I came across several articles worth mentioning. Money's Nice, But a Good Boss Is Better. In federal employment, employees "value strong leadership and straight answers... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/20/stumbled-upon.htm Wed, 20 May 2009 12:37:04 +0000 2009-05-20T12:37:04Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/19/situational-leadership-rules.htm There is a tendency in workplaces to lump all workers from particular generations into the same set of characteristics, needs, attitudes, and practices. This is bad practice. The current generations include... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/19/situational-leadership-rules.htm Tue, 19 May 2009 17:51:41 +0000 2009-05-19T17:51:41Z http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/18/high-performance.htm Six Disciplines contracted with market research firm, Research for Action, to survey 314 businesses that employ 10-100 people to determine the factors that were most important in their success. They... http://humanresources.about.com/b/2009/05/18/high-performance.htm Mon, 18 May 2009 09:54:10 +0000 2009-05-18T09:54:10Z