Bacon Means Business

It’s hard to explain but bacon is revered by Human Resource professionals all across the world.  It’s a common theme that binds and brings us together.  Many of you know that I purchased the domain HRBacon.com.  Not sure where and when inspiration will strike for the site but I’m betting it will. Bacon Means Business […]

What Makes for a Good Employee Value Proposition (EVP)?

What Makes for a Good Employee Value Proposition?

Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is the commonly used jargon to describe the characteristics and appeal of working for an organisation. An EVP describes the mix of characteristics, benefits, and ways of working in an organisation. It is the deal struck between an organisation and employee in return for their contribution and performance. This “deal” characterizes […]

HR and Social Media: Trends, Networking and Intergration

HR, Social Media and Personal Branding

How HR Views Personal Branding The Human Resource industry has been slow to adapt and understand the new social media world. Since not all HR professionals are Recruiters and vice-versa, job seekers are at an advantage and a disadvantage at the same time. As someone who has worked as a Recruiter, I understand how important […]

How to create search strings for finding resumes

Creating search strings for finding resumes

bit.ly/searchmag2 – After dealing with several annoying phonecalls, Jim explains how to create effective search strings and lists several examples. Plus, did you know that a new issue of The Searchologist Magazine is out? Creating search strings for finding resumes

Developing a Leadership Training Program For High Potentials – A Case Study

Successful Training Programs for High Potentials

Given the number of baby boomers expected to retire between now and 2030 (the last group of baby boomers reach of the age of 65 in 2030, and, of course, some may choose to work past age 65), organizations need to prepare others to take over leadership roles.  Some organizations will likely source externally to […]

Blogging–It’s More Than a Brand

Benefits of Blogging

I have often said that being a blogger has been the best and most important career decision I have made, and it’s true.  I enjoy writing and being a thought leader in my industry.  Bloggers who are serious about putting out quality and interesting content often before major publications and newspapers do, work very hard […]