Making Connections: Networking Tips for Extroverts
Extroverts appear to have an advantage when it comes to networking, at least on the surface. Their innate propensity for making relationships and approaching strangers seems ideal for gatherings like conferences and job fairs. Extroverts are known for their gregariousness and propensity to dominate conversations, yet these traits can occasionally backfire. For advice on how […]
Project Management: The Hole In Your Kids’ Education
Four years ago, my friend Kris Reynolds was exasperated. He had just spent hours helping his daughter study for a states and capitals test. After ten torturous rounds of flash cards, she had had enough. “Why do I have to know this?!” she whined. Kris gave it some thought. “You don’t.” he answered. Since that […]
The Impact of Breadwinner Moms on the Future of HR
A recent Pew Research study on what they defined at “breadwinner moms” was recently published. It is very interesting demographic information that shows how the make-up of society has changed since 1960. The prediction is that this trend will continue. So how many of you have put any thought on what the impact of breadwinner […]
3 Ways To Drive 401(k) Participation Rates
A 401(k) can be a powerful employee retention tool that helps your employees think of their role with your company as a long term play. They look at the total rewards package that you offer factoring in vacation, compensation, insurance benefits and investment opportunities. The challenge is in communicating that message as different benefits are important to different age […]
You’ve heard of willpower, but do you use waypower in your job search?
Back in 1998, Charles A. Rapp wrote a book called The strengths model. Although the target audience of the book was for individuals recovering from mental illness, wishing to pursue employment, the content of Rapp’s book still applies to an effective, contemporary job search. You’ve heard of willpower, but do you use waypower in your job search? […]
Crush Email Overload by Shifting to an Enterprise Social Network
Email overload is a common gripe of countless employees. According to a recent study by the Radicati Group, employees send and receive an estimated 110 emails a day, and it’s expected to increase to 125 by 2015. Email hasn’t gotten easier to manage — it’s gotten harder! Building an enterprise social network might just be […]
