Today is a special day here because it marks the one-year anniversary of HR Bartender. I want to take this moment to thank you for reading, commenting and supporting the blog. You are absolutely fabulous and I really appreciate you all.
I started HR Bartender as a way to engage in a casual conversation about HR / Management / Leadership. I didn’t want to write a boring monthly newsletter. I figured blogging could provide something more dynamic, timely and, above all, interactive. My hope was it would allow people to see that human resources professionals are not the uptight, policy police that we’re sometimes made out to be.
I chose the name HR Bartender because…well first, I’m in HR. But to me, the bartender represents the friendly, casual, supportive person you might find at your neighborhood bar or restaurant. Much of my industry experience is in the hospitality industry and I enjoy cooking, trying out new restaurants and traveling to new destinations so it seemed like the perfect tie-in.
But your friendly neighborhood bartender has another responsibility. And, that’s to make sure their customers don’t overindulge. They’re trained to recognize warning signs and deal with folks who drink too much. All done in an appropriate manner with dignity and respect.
I often think the role of a bartender reminds me of my role in HR. I like to have fun at work. It’s great to laugh and joke. But make no mistake, there’s a time when business is business. And, I have to be serious. So on my first anniversary, I leave you with two thoughts.
- Drink Responsibly
- HR Responsibly
Thank you for reading and supporting the bartender. Cheers!
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Traci says
Happy Anniversary…wow it doesn’t seem possible that a whole year has passed but it has. Kudos to you and best luck for the future.
Ann Bares says
Congratulations on the 1 year anniversary! Many more to come!
Frank Roche says
Congratulations on one year. And great advice…HR Responsibly. LOL.
Deb Owen says
Congratulations!!
All the best!
deb
Laurie Ruettimann says
Wow, this is a great accomplishment. Congrats!
China Gorman says
Happy anniversary! What a great role model you are! Thanks for sharing your wisdom.
Tracy Tran says
Congratulations on the one year anniversary. I’m raising my Johnnie Walker Blue in your honor (and yes, I’m responsible).
Murray A. Mann says
Happy 100th of a Century Anniversary. Keep sharing your unique voice with us.
Kathy Rupar says
Congratulations! And all the best for many super successful years to come.
Steve Boese says
Congratulations and best wishes for Year 2! Cheers!
Chris Havrilla says
Happy Anniversary — and a warm Congratulations on a fantastic first year! I look forward to the next year and hopefully many to come. This is me raising my glass to you…responsibly, of course 😉
Lisa Rosendahl says
Here’s to you, and your first year. You have made such an impact. Looking forward to year 2, and 3 and . . . .
hr bartender says
Thank you all for the well wishes. It’s been great and I look forward to Year #2…cheers!
Margaret Murphy says
One year in tweet years must be equal to an era or an epoch…but for sure, it is a real accomplishment! Congratulations.
HR Minion says
Happy Anniversary!!
Deirdre says
Congratulations and happy anniversary! So much fun to read your posts and tweets. We raise our glasses and toast you!
The HR Store says
Congrats! All the best! Look forward to read some great posts.
Andrea Milrad says
Congratulations on one year Sharlyn!
Deb Frawley says
Happy Anniversary. Looking forward to more of your wonderful posts.
Madeline Taylor says
Sharlyn,
First time to your blog-it’s great! Congrats on your 1st anniversay. Look forward to visiting often. Miss seeing you. Hope MAC is going well.
Rebecca says
Dear HR Bartender,
This is my first time to your site and, as someone who has managed HR for a large restaurant management company, I agree with what you have to say completely! I love your title and what you stand for. HR should be approachable and understand that life happens. Congrats on your first year. I plan on keeping up with you from here.
Shennee says
CONGRATULATIONS~ Thank you for sharing your stories with us all, You are very inspiring to me!
Thank you, my friend.
Madeline Taylor says
Sharlyn,
Congrats on your 1st anniversary! Thanks also for the gracious reception HR FL gave to the VA delegation at your state conference. They found so many ideas and are so enthused with what they learned from all of you.
Miss seeing you and sharing ideas with you.
Madeline