Today is the start of Chinese New Year – also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival. It’s related to the Chinese zodiac …
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Giving Thanks to You
A day doesn’t pass when I’m not incredibly grateful for something in my life. I have my health, a wonderful family, and work with talented …
What Happens During an Employee Investigation – Ask HR Bartender
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 …
How To: Start a Blog – Ask HR Bartender
Blogs were started back in the 1990s. At that time, they were mostly the work of a single individual about a single subject. Today, it’s …
Asking Friends To Help You Get a Job – Ask HR Bartender
We all know that networking is important. And we’re supposed to give, give and give some more in our professional relationships. But what happens when …
The Time of Year for Being Grateful
I found this quote from Lemony Snicket’s “The Lump of Coal” and thought it was worth sharing. “It is a miracle if you can find …
Ask HR Bartender: Who To Contact After a Job Interview
Several weeks ago, I answered a reader question about when to follow-up after a job interview. You can see my reply here. Shortly after, I …