In December 2007, inspired by gatherings of sourcers overseas and groups like the Association of Executive Search Consultants, I started a local group for … Read more
How to Get Your Boss to Let You Come to SourceCon: Making a Case to Attend
Obviously I’m biased, but I think SourceCon is the best, most comprehensive sourcing conference out there. Why? Well, I’ll bet you didn’t … Read more
SHRM Las Vegas Day 4: Michael J. Fox on Life’s Changes – and Choices
Is there a good reason to stay for the final day of SHRM’s annual conference, even in Las Vegas? I’ve always wondered why SHRM even has a … Read more
SHRM Las Vegas Day 3: How Zappos Tony Hsieh Wowed the HR Pros
I’m a tough sell when it comes to SHRM conference general session speakers. Some say I’m too tough, but my philosophy is that the majority of … Read more
SHRM Las Vegas Day 2: Huffington on Sleep, Healthy Living, and Social Media
I’ll be upfront about this: certain accents give me a problem. Years ago, when the late Pope John Paul II visited Los Angeles, I was fortunate to get … Read more
Day 1 at SHRM Las Vegas: Words of Wisdom from Virgin’s Richard Branson
Here’s how I measure the quality and usefulness of general session speakers at the annual SHRM Conference and Exhibition each year: it’s all … Read more
I Want an iPad Since Everyone is Giving Them Out This Year in Vegas
Today, I’m here for the kickoff of the SHRM National Conference in Las Vegas to pick up some knowledge, blog about HR stuff, and try and win me another … Read more
Gearing Up For an Eventful Week (and Maybe Some News) at SHRM Las Vegas
Take it from someone like me who has attended more than his fair share of SHRM Annual Conferences over the years: the city, the speakers, the attendance … Read more
Happy First Birthday, TLNT!!
For me, today is Day 1 of Year 2. It may just be another early summer day for most of you, but to those of us at TLNT, it’s pretty special because it … Read more
Total Rewards Day 3: A Surprisingly Engaging Final Day in San Diego
One thing you learn pretty quickly if you go to many conferences is this: the half-day session on the last day is usually a pretty big waste of time. … Read more