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Using a Personal Profile as a Business Profile – It’s a big no-no OK?

Apr 15, 2012 | 2

Of all of the crucial elements and aspects of social media to take into consideration regarding best practices for successful networking and marketing, using a personal profile as a business is the one that makes me fall to my knees and gasp for air - every time I see it. …

Creating a culture of Empowerment & Accountability is an evolution not a revolution

Apr 13, 2012 |  

Changing the corporate culture across multiple locations for 1700+ associates doesn't happen with the wave of a magic wand. Read on to follow the journey of a company with nearly 30 years of building and protecting nearly 700 brands.…

How do you seize the moment?

Dec 01, 2011 | 1

Here's some proof that visioning works to seize the moment.…

The Drop Down Technique for LinkedIn

Nov 24, 2011 | 1

New and not so new LinkedIn account holders sometimes have difficulty 'getting it' so here is a fail proof drop down technique to help optimize the experience.…

Eau de Narcissism

Nov 18, 2011 | 2

Have you ever had to deal with someone who makes you ill at ease to be in their presence or to even think about them? It could be the fragrance they're wearing..…

Turning Interns Into Employees

Nov 14, 2011 |  

We have all seen the unfortunate intern in the corner filing or shredding for an entire semester. Please don't do that... Or I'll have the professional development police issue you a ticket.…

FMLA – It’s not the Fix My Life Act

Nov 05, 2011 | 5

People do not care about the terms of employment and want exceptions to the rules. It's sad sometimes and sometimes it's abusive but what FMLA isn't is the Fix My Life Act.…

Corporate Kamikaze on the Rocks

Sep 18, 2011 | 3

Regardless of position or rank, self-awareness regarding individual ability, competencies and effectiveness are essential to being a constructive contributor and helping the machine move forward, right? Here's what happens when the troops think they're golden and the boss doesn't.…

WorkLeaks Have Fallout

Dec 05, 2010 |  

WikiLeaks is the equivalent of a mirror which reflects the opening of a national mouth and insertion of a Sasquatch sized foot in it. Right or wrong, whether you are cheering or cursing its discoveries and actions - there are important lessons to be gleaned and filtered down to the corporate and even mom and pop levels of business...…

10 Steps to Avoid Running an HR Dungeon of Doom

Oct 01, 2010 | 1

"Go to HR" - the three little words that strike fear and paranoia in the hearts and minds of most every employee. The most common response of "Oh #$%& what did I do?" is then followed by unbearable walk to the office accompanied by a host of symptoms like heart palpitations, watery or dry mouth, anxiety and gastrointestinal turmoil - usually completely unwarranted. If it happens in your workplace my HR professional friend *it's your fault* you're running HR Dungeon of Doom.…

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