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• 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 as people in the world.” It only makes smart business sense to embrace mobile as part of daily business.

  Yes, embrace mobile. And not just when [...]

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• 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 as people in the world.” It only makes smart business sense to embrace mobile as part of daily business.

  Yes, embrace mobile. And not just when [...]

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• At #SHRM13, Free Online Human Resources Classes – Ask @HRBartender

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  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 study Human Resources. Actually, I went to beauty school. I’m currently an administrative assistant in the HR department of a fabulous software company. I love my [...]

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• At #SHRM13 – Where’s the Best Burger in Chicago

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  Today I’m heading to Chicago for the Society for Human Resource Management (aka SHRM) Annual Conference. I serve on SHRM’s special expertise panel on Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility and the panel meets prior to the event.

  The conference is a wonderful time [...]

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• You Can’t Fix Every Problem With Training

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  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 get the call asking for training…if it’s not a problem that can be fixed with training, [...]

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• The Definition of Employee Engagement

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  We all know what employee engagement means, right? The term is tossed around like salad dressing. There are numerous articles and infographics on the subject. But if someone asked you to describe employee engagement in a single sentence, what would you [...]

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• Employee Respect Is an Unfair Labor Practice – Ask HR Bartender

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  Couple weeks ago, I answered a reader question about profanity in the workplace. You can check it out here. In the comments, someone mentioned that profanity could create a hostile work environment. Another person mentioned company guidelines asking for employees to respect one another was [...]

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• The Best Use of Your Time – Friday Distraction

  There are lots of things I’m capable of doing. The question is what’s the best use of my time.

  As a consultant, I ask myself this often. Could I fill out my tax forms? Sure, but is that the best use of my time. Can I fix my computer? Probably, but [...]

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• Job Seekers: The Goal Is To Get Multiple Job Offers

  Some of the most popular topics on HR Bartender are focused on job search advice. It’s apparent people are out there looking for work. That’s a good thing.

  We all know there’s nothing wrong with [...]

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• The War For Talent Returns – Include Technology In Your Strategy

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  (Editor’s Note: Today’s post is sponsored by ZipRecruiter, a distribution service that places job postings on over 40 leading job boards and social networks. They offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee because customer service is their first priority. I enjoyed learning about the benefits of working with [...]

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