I never thought much about certifying as an HR pro. I get it. You want to be shown as a knowledgeable professional and get some letters after your name. … Read more
What a Magazine Rejection Taught Me About the State of HR
My article was turned down by HR Magazine. It wasn’t turned down because of content or style, but because I’m not a professional writer; I’m a consultant. … Read more
SHRM Announces Partnership With CHRO-Focused HR Organization
The world’s largest HR organization and its smaller counterpart targeted to senior-level human resource leaders have announced a partnership that … Read more
HRCI Recertification: Yes, I’m $100 Poorer, But It’s All Good
It’s that time of the year again! No, I’m not talking about firecrackers, backyard barbecues, and patriotic speech time (aka July 4th). I’m talking about … Read more
SHRM Chicago 4: Mark Kelly, Gabby Giffords and a Big Dose of Inspiration
I can’t imagine that you can find a more inspirational way to end a conference than listening to Mark Kelly and Gabrielle “Gabby” … Read more
Lessons From SHRM Chicago: The 3 Big Misnomers About HR Technology
One of the big things that hits you right across the face when attending SHRM’s national conference is all the technology that is being peddled at the … Read more
SHRM Chicago 3: Dan Pink on Why We’re All Really Salespeople
Attend enough SHRM conferences and you’ll hear a broad variety of well-paid speakers with all sorts of different messages. This 65th annual SHRM … Read more
SHRM Chicago Insights: Take Criticism Seriously, Not Personally
I was lucky enough to see Hillary Clinton speak on Sunday at SHRM 2013 in Chicago. She banned the press and she didn’t take questions. No, she didn’t talk … Read more
SHRM Chicago 2: Inspiring a Workforce, 1 Pair of Shoes at a Time
One thing you learn pretty quickly after attending a few SHRM annual conferences is this: the inspirational speakers usually appear near the end of things, … Read more
SHRM Chicago 1: Here’s What I Didn’t Get to Hear From Hillary Clinton
As someone who has been to a number of SHRM national conferences, take it from me that the opening general session of the Society for Human Resource … Read more