This weekend my local newspaper reported that a record number of Floridians were unemployed. The article went on to talk about how local businesses might …
Recruiting and Retention
These posts focus on employee recruiting and retention as part of business leadership and management.
Talent Ownership
On a recent HR Happy Hour episode, an interesting statement was made about companies owning talent (versus managers.) It got me thinking…who “owns” talent in …
Celebrate Responsibly
The week between Christmas and New Year’s is kinda weird. A lot of people take time off. Many businesses work reduced hours. I always enjoy …
A Career Development Trifecta – Part III – Certifications
This week, I’ve been responding to comments/questions from a reader’s letter. During this last installment, I want to discuss the topic of certifications. In the …
A Career Development Trifecta – Part II – Career Paths
On Monday, I mentioned I received a letter from a reader. You can read the full letter here. One of the things the reader asked …
Employee Referral Programs
Even though there are many reports about unemployment at record setting levels…hiring is still taking place. Jobs are still available. And, one of the most …
Suits Are Overrated
My father worked in the construction industry his entire career. He never owned a tie or a suit. He read blueprints, worked with power tools, …
