Workplace investigations are one of the toughest responsibilities in human resources. There’s an expectation that the matter will be handled in the strictest confidence. And …
Training and Development
These posts focus on workplace training and employee development as part of business leadership and management.
You Can “Ring the Bell” Twice
Ever heard the analogy “unring the bell”? It’s a phrase used to suggest the difficulty of forgetting information once it’s known. One example is when, …
The Employee Poaching Factor: A New Engagement Issue
I recently sat with a group of human resources professionals talking about training. They were sharing their frustrations. Not that training wasn’t effective or it …
Corporate Training Can’t Ignore Mobile
We can no longer ignore how pervasive mobile is in today’s world. According to the International Telecommunication Union, “there are almost as many mobile-cellular subscriptions …
At #SHRM13, Free Online Human Resources Classes – Ask @HRBartender
Today’s note from a reader focuses on something we all should be doing – keeping our skills up-to-date. Hey Sharlyn. I didn’t attend college to …
You Can’t Fix Every Problem With Training
I know … it sounds funny to hear a training professional say that. But it’s true. And as tempting as it may be when we …
How I Work – HR Bartender Edition
I love hearing how people work. Especially people who work from home. I think it’s interesting to see the workspaces of famous people. Lifehacker created …